Brazoban up, Tsao to DL — and Furcal back in the leadoff spot

Chin-hui Tsao went on the 15-day DL today with a right shoulder strain that I’m guessing is related to the rotator cuff surgery that caused him to miss almost all of the past two seasons. To fill his roster spot, the club recalled Yhency Brazoban from Triple-A Las Vegas. Meanwhile, after Juan Pierre went 0 for 8 in two games batting leadoff, Grady has returned Rafael Furcal back to the top spot.

SS Furcal — 6-13, 1 HR vs. Chris Capuano
CF Pierre — 7-12 vs. Capuano
1B Nomar
2B Kent
C Martin — 6-9 vs. Capuano
LF Gonzo
3B LaRoche
RF Ethier
RH Penny