Anthony Reyes, who won Game 1 of the 2006 World Series for St. Louis, was traded by the Cardinals on Saturday to the Cleveland Indians for minor league pitcher Luis Perdomo.
The 26-year-old Reyes has split this season between the Cardinals’ bullpen and the starting rotation at Triple-A Memphis. The right-hander was on St. Louis’ opening day roster and went 2-1 with a save in 10 relief appearances. He was placed on the disabled list in June with a sprained right elbow.
Shapiro said Reyes will get a spot in the Triple-A rotation, and he’s expected to join the Indians at some point this season. Reyes likely will compete for a spot in Cleveland’s rotation next spring. At Memphis, Reyes was 2-3 with a 3.25 ERA in 11 starts.
The 24-year-old Perdomo has made nine appearances at Double-A Akron, after beginning the season at Class-A Kinston. La Russa wasn’t sure where the Cardinals would send him.