David Todd from Extra Innings reports that reliever Jose Ascanio has cleared waivers and has been outrighted to AAA-Indianapolis. Ascanio, 26, pitched in 8 games for the Pirates this season and had a 7.11 ERA over 6.1 innings. It was Ascanio’s first stint in the big leagues after being on the disabled list since late
Pirates’ injury updates
The Pirates currently have 9 players on the disabled list. Let’s check in on them and see what their statuses are and when we can expect them back. 60-Day Disabled List: Kevin Hart – Hart has been sidelined since receiving right shoulder surgery on a torn labrum in May of 2010. Hart suffered a set
Maholm shuts down Mets in 3-1 victory
Final: Pirates 3, Mets 1 WP: Paul Maholm (3-7) LP: Mike Pelfrey (3-5) SV: Joel Hanrahan (17) The Pirates grabbed an early lead thanks to a leadoff single by Tabata to lead off the 1st. Then, on a gift call from 2nd base umpire Jerry Lane, Tabata was awarded 3rd base on a single by
Pirates sign 10th rounder Taylor Lewis, 4 others
Pirates Prospects is reporting that the Pirates have agreed to terms with their 10th round pick, Taylor Lewis. Lewis, a CF from the University of Maine, was rated as the 5th best prospect by Baseball America in Upper New England. In college he was more of a line drive hitter and has the potential to
Pirates acquire Mike McKenry; DFA Wyatt Toregas
Dejan Kovacevic is reporting that sources say the Pirates have acquired Boston Red Sox catcher Mike McKenry. McKenry, 26, was acquired by the Red Sox from the Rockies this spring and is currently hitting .280/.370/.430 in 28 games with AAA-Pawtucket. He was the Rockies’ 7th round pick in 2006 and has a career .811 OPS