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Jeff Karstens, SP, Pittsburgh PiratesHot off the Wire Fantasy Sports NewsPirates | Three designated for assignment Rob Biertempfel, of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, reports the Pittsburgh Pirates designated SP Jeff Karstens, C Robinzon Diaz and P Justin Thomas for assignment Friday, Nov. 20. Pirates | Karstens qualifies as Super Two The Associated Press reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens qualified as a Super Two player and is eligible for arbitration. Pirates | Karstens to start Sunday Jenifer Langosch, of MLB.com, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens will start on three days of rest in the season finale Sunday, Oct. 4. He will likely throw around three to four innings in the game. Pirates | Karstens picks up Wednesday win The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens worked five innings for the victory Wednesday, Sept. 30, in an 8-2 win over the Chicago Cubs. Karstens allowed two runs on five hits and struck out one. Pirates | Karstens chosen because of experience STATS.com reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens was chosen by manager John Russell because of his experience. Karstens went 2-3 with a 5.30 ERA in 10 starts before being shifted to the bullpen when RP Charlie Morton was acquired June 4 from the Atlanta Braves. "He's done it before," Russell said. "Jeff has started more games at the major league level, so he has a better feel for preparation and what he needs to do to get ready for the game, and how to get through it." Pirates | Karstens activated The Associated Press reports the Pittsburgh Pirates activated SP Jeff Karstens (back) from the 15-day disabled list Wednesday, Sept. 9. He pitched the sixth and seventh innings Wednesday. Pirates | Karstens throws pen session The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Dejan Kovacevic reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (back) threw a 36-pitch bullpen session Thursday, Aug. 27, and felt only slight problems with his back. Pirates | Karstens to DL The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Dejan Kovacevic reports the Pittsburgh Pirates placed SP Jeff Karstens (back) on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday, Aug. 26, with a lower back strain. Pirates | Karstens placed on bereavement list MLB.com's Jenifer Langosch reports the Pittsburgh Pirates placed SP Jeff Karstens (personal) on the bereavement list Friday, Aug. 21. Pirates | Karstens says elbow is fine Dejan Kovacevic, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (elbow) said the elbow that was hit when he was at bat Monday, July 20, is fine and has no range of motion issues. He should be available to pitch Wednesday, July 22. Pirates | Vasquez, Karstens could start Friday Dejan Kovacevic, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, reports Pittsburgh Pirates Ps Virgil Vasquez or Jeff Karstens are two options to start Friday, June 26, in place of SP Charlie Morton (hamstring). Pirates | Karstens in long-relief role John Grupp, of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens has taken over the team's long-relief role in the bullpen. Pirates | Morton leaves game in debut Jenifer Langosch, of MLB.com, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Charlie Morton (hamstring) left his debut with the team early Wednesday, June 10, because of tightness in his right hamstring. He was replaced by SP Jeff Karstens. Pirates | Karstens scratched The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Chuck Finder reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens was scratched from his start Wednesday, June 10, because he pitched in the 15-inning game Monday, June 8. Pirates | Karstens earns win Saturday Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens allowed two runs on six hits over seven innings Saturday, May 30, against the Houston Astros, according to The Associated Press. He walked one and struck out four, improving to 2-2 on the season. Pirates | Karstens takes loss in first start against Cards The Associated Press reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens gave up three runs and seven hits over six innings in his first career start against the St. Louis Cardinals Thursday, May 14. Pirates | Karstens hurls quality start Friday Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens allowed two runs on seven hits over six innings Friday, May 8, against the New York Mets, according to The Associated Press. He walked none and struck out three, but ended up with a no-decision. Pirates | Game postponed Friday CBSSports.com reports the Pittsburgh Pirates' game against the Cincinnati Reds Friday, April 11, was postponed due to rain. Scheduled SP Jeff Karstens will now sit out for the rest of the series with SP Paul Maholm starting the game Saturday, April 11. Pirates | Karstens to go with new delivery in debut Jenifer Langosch, of MLB.com, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens will use an over-the-head motion in his season debut Friday, April 10, after tinkering with a lower arm slot in Spring Training to increase the effectiveness of his sinker. The goal of the over-the-top delivery is to keep him from drifting forward in his motion. Pirates | Karstens throws minor league game to prepare for his opener According to The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens threw five innings Sunday, April 5, in a minor league game at Pirate City in Bradenton, Fla., then joined the team later that night in St. Louis. Karstens will start Friday, April 10, against the Cincinnati Reds. Pirates | Karstens wins No. 5 spot The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Dejan Kovacevic reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens won the No. 5 spot in the rotation. Pirates | Karstens hit hard Tuesday Rob Biertempfel, of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens gave up five runs and 10 hits while striking out two in 5 2/3 innings against the Minnesota Twins Tuesday, March 31. Pirates | Karstens allows three runs Thursday Rob Biertempfel, of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens gave up three runs and five hits while walking one in 2 2/3 innings pitched Thursday, March 5. Pirates | Agree to terms with 22 The Sports Network reports the Pittsburgh Pirates agreed to one-year deals with 3B Andy LaRoche, SS Brian Bixler, IF Luis Cruz, C Robinzon Diaz, C Jason Jaramillo, OF Steve Pearce, OF Nyjer Morgan, OF Brandon Moss, OF Jose Tabata, P Jesse Chavez, P David Davidson, SP Phil Dumatrait, SP Tom Gorzelanny, SP Jeff Karstens, P Evan Meek, SP Ross Ohlendorf, P Romulo Sanchez, SP Jeff Sues, RP Ron Uviedo and RP Virgil Vasquez Wednesday, March 4. Financial terms of the deals were not disclosed. Pirates | Karstens may delay start to Spring Training Dejan Kovacevic, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (elbow) might delay his start to Spring Training by a few weeks because of minor pain in his elbow. However, he has resumed throwing and the move would only be precautionary. Pirates | Karstens experiencing elbow discomfort Dejan Kovacevic, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (elbow) was held out of a bullpen session Thursday, Jan. 15, because of slight elbow discomfort. However, Karstens said it is not serious and he expects to begin throwing Monday, Jan. 19. Pirates | Large number of players expected for minicamp The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Dejan Kovacevic reports 17 pitchers, four catchers and seven position players are expected to attend the team's minicamp this week in Bradenton, Fla. Pitchers attending include Paul Maholm, Zach Duke, Ian Snell, Tom Gorzelanny, Ross Ohlendorf, Jeff Karstens, Jimmy Barthmaier, Matt Capps, John Grabow, T.J. Beam, Sean Burnett, Jesse Chavez, Evan Meek, Dave Davidson, Jeff Sues, Donnie Veal and Daniel McCutchen. Phil Dumatrait (shoulder) will be there, although his recent shoulder setback will keep him from pitching. Catchers Ryan Doumit, Jason Jaramillo, Robinzon Diaz and Steve Lerud are expected to attend, as well as outfielders Brandon Moss, Nyjer Morgan, Steve Pearce and Andrew McCutchen, and infielders Andy LaRoche, Brian Bixler and Neil Walker. Pirates | 11 participating in voluntary camp Dejan Kovacevic, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, reports SP Ian Snell, SP Tom Gorzelanny, SP Jeff Karstens, P Ross Ohlendorf, SP Phil Dumatrait, CL Matt Capps, P Sean Burnett, RP Jeff Sues, P Donnie Veal, OF Brandon Moss and OF Nyjer Morgan are participating in the team's voluntary four-day camp in Florida. Pirates | Karstens to start Tuesday MLB.com reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (2-6, 4.37 ERA) will start Tuesday, Sept. 23, against the Milwaukee Brewers. Pirates | Umpires blow call The Associated Press reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens appeared to throw out Los Angeles Dodgers SP Derek Lowe at first base Tuesday, Sept. 16, but the umpire called him safe. Pirates | Karstens loses sixth straight Alan Robinson, of The Associated Press, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens lost his sixth straight game Tuesday, Sept. 16. Pirates | Karstens' start pushed back to Tuesday Updating previous reports, Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (tooth) missed his scheduled start Saturday, Sept. 13, against the St. Louis Cardinals, because of an abscessed tooth, according to The Associated Press. He will instead start against the Los Angeles Dodgers Tuesday, Sept. 16. Pirates | Karstens to start Saturday Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (2-5, 4.46 ERA) will start Saturday, Sept. 13, against the St. Louis Cardinals, according to The Associated Press. He has a 7.11 ERA in his last five starts. Pirates | Karstens may miss next start The Associated Press reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (tooth) could miss his next scheduled start Saturday, Sept. 13, because of an abscessed tooth. Pirates | Karstens roughed up Monday Alan Robinson, of The Associated Press, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens gave up five runs and six hits in just three innings Monday, Aug. 25. Pirates | Karstens to pitch Monday Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (2-2, 2.25 ERA) was scheduled to start Saturday, Aug. 23, against the Milwaukee Brewers, but will have his start pushed back to Monday, Aug. 25, against the Chicago Cubs, according to The Associated Press. Pirates | Karstens dominant since joining team Samantha Newman, of MLB.com, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens is 2-0 and has not given up a single run in 15 innings since joining the team. Pirates | Karstens to start Tuesday Jay Cohen, of The Associated Press, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens will make his first home start Tuesday, Aug. 12, since being acquired from the New York Yankees July 26. Pirates | Karstens pitches complete game Wednesday Bob Baum, of The Associated Press, reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens pitched a complete game shutout Wednesday, Aug. 6, to pick up his second win of the season. He allowed two hits while striking out four batters and walking one batter in the game. He has pitched 15 scoreless innings as a member of the Pirates. He also got two hits in the game. Pirates | Karstens to start Wednesday MLB.com reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (1-0, 0.00 ERA) will start Wednesday, Aug. 6, against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Pirates | Karstens solid in debut Friday Andrew Seligman, of The Associated Press, reports Pittsburgh Pirates P Jeff Karstens pitched six scoreless innings in his Pirates debut Friday, Aug. 1, to pick up his first win of the season. He allowed five hits while striking out two batters and walking four batters in the game. Pirates | Karstens to pitch Friday The Associated Press reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeffrey Karstens will start Friday, Aug. 1. Pirates | Karstens added to roster The Associated Press reports the Pittsburgh Pirates have added P Jeffrey Karstens to their major league roster. He may start Friday, Aug. 1. Pirates | Karstens to be put in rotation Dejan Kovacevic, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, reports Pittsburgh Pirates P Jeffrey Karstens will be added to the starting rotation immediately. Pirates | Trade update Updating previous reports, Bryan Hoch, of MLB.com, reports the Pittsburgh Pirates will trade OF Xavier Nady and RP Damaso Marte to the New York Yankees for P Ross Ohlendorf, OF Jose Tabata, P Jeffrey Karstens and P Daniel McCutchen. Original reports cited P Phil Coke and P George Kontos in the deal instead of Karstens and McCutchen. Yankees | Trade update Updating previous reports, Bryan Hoch, of MLB.com, reports the New York Yankees will acquire OF Xavier Nady and RP Damaso Marte from the Pittsburgh Pirates for P Ross Ohlendorf, OF Jose Tabata, P Jeffrey Karstens and P Daniel McCutchen. Original reports cited P Phil Coke and P George Kontos in the deal instead of Karstens and McCutchen. Yankees | Karstens activated from DL, sent to Triple-A The Associated Press reports New York Yankees RP Jeffrey Karstens (groin) was activated from the 15-day disabled list and optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Yankees | Karstens makes first rehab start The Newark Star-Ledger reports New York Yankees RP Jeffrey Karstens (groin), who has been on the disabled list since March 30 with a strained right groin, made his first rehab start on May 20 for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. He threw 65 pitches in five innings and allowing three runs on four hits with three strikeouts. He also yielded two home runs and took the loss. Yankees | Karstens to start Monday at Single-A Bryan Hoch, of MLB.com, reports New York Yankees P Jeffrey Karstens (groin) is scheduled to start for Single-A Tampa Monday, May 19. Yankees | Karstens throws five in extended spring The Associated Press reports New York Yankees SP Jeffrey Karstens (groin) threw five innings in an extended spring training game Wednesday, May 14, and could begin a rehab assignment next week. | Feature LinksFantasy Football Weekly Playbook FREE Fantasy Baseball
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