Amir transfers to Cal State Northridge

“@ECoastBias: Morning Rumble: Garrett moving up, Big East hoops commitments, player accolades #sjubb  http://sbn.to/12OLEVR”

Did not realize he sought waiver;

"Theus didn't hesitate, though, to go after transfers from "power five" conferences who were looking West to drop down a level. He landed three transfers in addition to a stud freshman. Seton Hall transfer Kevin Johnson (a 6-9 big man) and St. John's forward Amir Garrett (also a minor league baseball player) are on campus and seeking waivers, while Nevada transfer Devonte Elliott (a 6-10 power forward) will sit out this season and play in a year. The addition of freshman shooting guard Aaron Parks gives the Matadors an upgrade in talent, as well."

“@EditorEdge: From @ESPNAndyKatz: After an interesting journey, Theus back in the college ranks http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/blog/_/name/katz_andy/id/9601118/after-interesting-journey-reggie-theus-back-college-ranks-cal-state-northridge-college-basketball”

Did not realize he sought waiver;

"Theus didn't hesitate, though, to go after transfers from "power five" conferences who were looking West to drop down a level. He landed three transfers in addition to a stud freshman. Seton Hall transfer Kevin Johnson (a 6-9 big man) and St. John's forward Amir Garrett (also a minor league baseball player) are on campus and seeking waivers, while Nevada transfer Devonte Elliott (a 6-10 power forward) will sit out this season and play in a year. The addition of freshman shooting guard Aaron Parks gives the Matadors an upgrade in talent, as well."

“@EditorEdge: From @ESPNAndyKatz: After an interesting journey, Theus back in the college ranks http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/blog/_/name/katz_andy/id/9601118/after-interesting-journey-reggie-theus-back-college-ranks-cal-state-northridge-college-basketball”

What would the waiver be for?

Quote from: paultzman on August 26, 2013, 01:06:44 PM

Did not realize he sought waiver;

"Theus didn't hesitate, though, to go after transfers from "power five" conferences who were looking West to drop down a level. He landed three transfers in addition to a stud freshman. Seton Hall transfer Kevin Johnson (a 6-9 big man) and St. John's forward Amir Garrett (also a minor league baseball player) are on campus and seeking waivers, while Nevada transfer Devonte Elliott (a 6-10 power forward) will sit out this season and play in a year. The addition of freshman shooting guard Aaron Parks gives the Matadors an upgrade in talent, as well."

“@EditorEdge: From @ESPNAndyKatz: After an interesting journey, Theus back in the college ranks http://espn.go.com/mens-college-basketball/blog/_/name/katz_andy/id/9601118/after-interesting-journey-reggie-theus-back-college-ranks-cal-state-northridge-college-basketball”

What would the waiver be for?

Traveling 3,000 miles to be closer to home.  Everyone has a sick relative...worth a shot. 

“@rumbleSBN: How did Amir Garrett do moving to High-A? Is Joe Panik close to the pros?  #sjubase pros update. http://sbn.to/16BKxL5”

Garrett split time between the Rookie League level and Single A, where he experienced most of his troubles against stiffer competition.

Garrett made eight starts for Single A Dayton in the Pioneer League and went 1-3 with a 6.88 ERA. He only averaged 4.2 innings per start as he allowed 40 hits and 16 walks in 34 innings pitched. Garrett's WHIP was 1.65 and surrendered an alarming 10.6 hits per nine innings pitched. He finished with just 15 strikeouts and eight wild pitches.

Garrett fared a tad better earlier in the year in the Pioneer League for Billings, Cincinnati's Rookie League team. He started five games and finished with a 1-1 record and 2.66 ERA. In 23.2 innings, Garrett allowed 22 hits with 17 strikeouts and 10 walks. Garrett's WHIP was 1.35 and he allowed 8.6 hits per nine innings in Montana.

“@rumbleSBN: How did Amir Garrett do moving to High-A? Is Joe Panik close to the pros?  #sjubase pros update. http://sbn.to/16BKxL5”

Garrett split time between the Rookie League level and Single A, where he experienced most of his troubles against stiffer competition.

Garrett made eight starts for Single A Dayton in the Pioneer League and went 1-3 with a 6.88 ERA. He only averaged 4.2 innings per start as he allowed 40 hits and 16 walks in 34 innings pitched. Garrett's WHIP was 1.65 and surrendered an alarming 10.6 hits per nine innings pitched. He finished with just 15 strikeouts and eight wild pitches.

Garrett fared a tad better earlier in the year in the Pioneer League for Billings, Cincinnati's Rookie League team. He started five games and finished with a 1-1 record and 2.66 ERA. In 23.2 innings, Garrett allowed 22 hits with 17 strikeouts and 10 walks. Garrett's WHIP was 1.35 and he allowed 8.6 hits per nine innings in Montana.

Garrett will likely translate into a reliever as he moves up the ladder as his lack of experience and lack of time due to being a dual athlete will not likely have the secondary pitches to go with that fastball.

I doubt he gets a waiver, I know he has family in LA but why not give it a crack.