Posted on 22nd Aug 2011 @ 9:12 AM

Phiten® announced a new endorsement deal with Christopher John “C.J.” Wilson, making the starting pitcher for the MLB Texas Rangers, an official Phiten brand ambassador. 

Phiten®, the innovator and original maker of the titanium necklace and precious metal-infused sports accessories, today announced a new endorsement deal with Christopher John “C.J.” Wilson, making the starting pitcher for the MLB Texas Rangers, an official Phiten brand ambassador.

Wilson, a MLB fan favorite, is known for his exciting and diverse pitching repertoire that includes a fastball, hard sinker, slider and changeup, which he throws from both the overhand and low 3/4 arm angles. “I’ve been a long-time fan of Phiten,” stated Wilson. “My game wouldn’t be complete without my Phiten necklace and I’m thrilled to be part of their team of elite athletes.”

Wilson began as a closer for the Rangers in 2007 converting his first 11 consecutive chances into wins for the team. As closer in 2008, Wilson converted 24 of 28 chances. In 2009, Wilson recorded 14 saves throughout the year and set a team record for the lowest home ERA for a single season of 0.67.

In 2010, Wilson set two club records as a starting pitcher after his May 13 start against the A's with the most consecutive innings without a home run and most consecutive quality starts to begin a season. Wilson went on to win his first playoff game that year, allowing no runs in a 6–0 win in game 2 against the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Divisional playoff series.

Phiten also extended its relationship with the Texas Rangers as an official team sponsor for the second consecutive year. As part of its sponsorship, Phiten will host “Phiten Fan Night” during the Boston Red Sox at Texas Rangers game on August 24. Attending fans will have a chance to receive Phiten giveaways and participate in special limited-time promotional offers.

“We are excited to see the level of support that MLB teams and players have given to Phiten,” said Joe Furuhata, PR and marketing manager of Phiten USA. “The partnership with C.J. Wilson and the Texas Rangers are great examples of that support and Phiten looks forward to working with the organization long term.”