Two Ex-Legends are Coming to Lexington's "Neighborhood" this Weekend

Hey, Legends fans, with the club on the road Saturday, why not take a trip up I-75 to watch a few of the hottest former Legends take on the Reds at Great America Ballpark? 

Jordan Lyles, who started 26 games for Lexington in 2009, is slated to take the mound in the Rockies' game at Cincinnati on Saturday night.  Traded to Colorado prior to this season, Lyles is off to a 4-0 start with a 2.62 ERA in seven starts.  Lyles has not pitched in Cincinnati since April 2012, when he was with Houston.

Brandon Barnes, a Legend in 2008 and 2009, will be in Cincinnati this weekend as well.  He has started 13 games in the Colorado outfield this season.  He is batting .357 with six extra-base hits in 70 total at bats.

The Legend of Jordan Lyles Finds a New Audience

Jordan Lyles has prompted a re-recording of The Legend of Jordan Lyles with his fast start for the Colorado Rockies.

After spring training, Lyles was assigned to AAA Colorado Springs; however, an injury to one of the Rockies' five starters gave a Major League opening to Lyles.  He has taken advantage of the opportunity.  In six April starts, the 23 year-old had a 2.70 ERA over 36 2/3 IP.  He posted a 3-0 record for Colorado. 

The former Astro has also taken advantage of being back in the National League. For the month, he was 4 for 14 at the plate with a double and an impressive home run.

You can hear the original March 2010 recording of The Legend of Jordan Lyles here.

Both versions are the property of Mike Tauser. Used with permission.