Current Contract
Signed to a minor league contract prior to the 2008 short-season campaign. Contract renewable through 2014.

Became a Cardinal
Selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 48th round (1436th overall) of the 2008 First Year Player Draft. Agreed to terms.

2008 Season
He appeared in 15 games, all in relief for the GCL Cardinals, struggling with his control walking 13 batters in 13 innings, while striking out only nine. He finished the season with a 1-2 record and a 6.92 ERA.