2007 Started three games and made four appearances in his rookie campaign ... made his first start of the season at Xavier (Apr 17) ... struck out six batters in 4 1/3 innings of work against Indiana (Apr 25) ... threw 10 1/3 innings and posted a 4.35 ERA ... gave up just three extra base hits on the season.

HIGH SCHOOL Earned two letters in baseball at Hinsdale Central High School ... team was ranked No. 4 in the state of Illinois as a senior ... was an all-conference selection as a senior ... won a summer league national title with the Florida Bombers.

PERSONAL Born April 7, 1988 ... son of Alan and Mary Kurash ... majoring in economics.