D-backs make spring roster moves

Mar 21, 2011, 10:50 PM | Updated: Mar 22, 2011, 12:35 am

The Diamondbacks made several roster moves Monday as the team continues getting ready for the regular season.

Catchers Konrad Schmidt and John Hester were sent to the D-backs’ Triple-A affiliate in Reno while pitchers Micah Owings and Brian Sweeney were assigned to minor league camp, according to a release from the team.

Outfielder Wily Mo Pena will also be assigned to minor league camp.

The D-backs now have 39 players on their 40-man roster, with 35 being in Major League camp.

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