 The pitcher who gave up that home run was actually infielder Aaron Miles.Towles was expected to be the starting catcher starting in 2008 with the club signing Brad Ausmus to a one-year contract to serve as a back-up catcher and mentor to the young Towles on October 30, 2007.On June 5, 2008, Towles was optioned to Triple-A Round Rock for having some hitting troubles.