When the LA Angels traded Ian Kinsler to the Boston Red Sox in late July Angels general manager Billy Eppler did his homework and picked up two strong prospects from the Red Sox organization in relievers Williams Jerez and Ty Buttery.
Both Jerez and Buttery pitched for the Angels over the last two months of the season. Buttery looked pretty good in his stint with the club, while Jerez struggled with his control, but he still showed tremendous potential.
Jerez pitched in 17 games for the Angels and did not gain a decision. He finished with a 6.