Wow. A few hours after pitching a great game, pitching prospect Nick Adenhart of the Angels passed away in a car accident. Luckily, the culprit was caught, but this is still a saddening story. An already ailing pitching staff for the Angels now lose a young and promising talent. Sadly, the kid was just 22.

He had a rough start to his 2008 season as a rookie. In 3 career starts he was 1-0 with a 9 era, only 4k’s and 13 walks, and a Whip of 2.58. Batters were hitting .360 against him. He did start out this year well though, facing Oakland on the night of the accident he pitched 6 innings, gave up 7 hits, had 3 walks and 5 k’s while giving up no runs.

Condolences go out to his family, losing someone so young always hurts, but he will be remembered.