619 Sports learned earlier today that SDSU junior right-hander Tyler Lavigne has signed with the St. Louis Cardinals, agreeing to a minor-league deal worth a reported $18,000. Lavigne was selected in the 50th and final round of the 2009 MLB Draft, leading most to speculate that he would return for his senior season and lead the Aztecs as their ace starter. Instead Tyler has decided to begin his pro career and end his time as a collegiate student-athlete. Why? And what now for Tony Gwynn’s Aztecs, particularly on the mound? Who will take the reins as the staff ace for 2010? And what are Craig and Chris thinking NOW about the baseball team’s chances of improving from their regional appearance this year? Find out when you listen to this Lavigne Is Leaving Podcast:
