Jeff Karstens, SP, Pittsburgh Pirates

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Pirates | Vasquez, Karstens could start Friday
Thu, 25 Jun 2009 13:04:02 -0700

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
Thu, 11 Jun 2009 11:41:50 -0700

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
Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:45:59 -0700

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
Wed, 10 Jun 2009 07:25:12 -0700

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
Sun, 31 May 2009 12:58:43 -0700

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
Fri, 15 May 2009 06:26:22 -0700

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
Sat, 09 May 2009 11:56:53 -0700

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
Fri, 10 Apr 2009 17:46:41 -0700

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
Fri, 10 Apr 2009 09:17:21 -0700

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
Mon, 06 Apr 2009 21:43:14 -0700

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
Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:41:17 -0700

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
Tue, 31 Mar 2009 11:20:18 -0700

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
Thu, 05 Mar 2009 10:36:33 -0800

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
Wed, 04 Mar 2009 08:20:07 -0800

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
Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:22:22 -0800

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
Fri, 16 Jan 2009 18:43:36 -0800

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
Mon, 12 Jan 2009 22:56:54 -0800

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
Wed, 17 Dec 2008 18:38:53 -0800

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
Tue, 23 Sep 2008 00:25:20 -0700

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
Wed, 17 Sep 2008 07:38:12 -0700

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
Tue, 16 Sep 2008 20:46:12 -0700

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
Sun, 14 Sep 2008 14:10:29 -0700

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
Sat, 13 Sep 2008 05:53:46 -0700

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
Fri, 12 Sep 2008 14:39:28 -0700

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
Mon, 25 Aug 2008 19:41:41 -0700

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
Sat, 23 Aug 2008 06:42:24 -0700

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
Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:49:03 -0700

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
Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:38:10 -0700

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
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:56:35 -0700

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
Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:23:50 -0700

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
Fri, 01 Aug 2008 17:58:22 -0700

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
Thu, 31 Jul 2008 08:31:27 -0700

The Associated Press reports Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeffrey Karstens will start Friday, Aug. 1.

Pirates | Karstens added to roster
Mon, 28 Jul 2008 16:50:33 -0700

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
Sat, 26 Jul 2008 18:04:11 -0700

Dejan Kovacevic, of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, reports Pittsburgh Pirates P Jeffrey Karstens will be added to the starting rotation immediately.

Pirates | Trade update
Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:50:58 -0700

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
Sat, 26 Jul 2008 11:45:10 -0700

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
Thu, 22 May 2008 23:06:57 -0700

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
Wed, 21 May 2008 00:24:49 -0700

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
Thu, 15 May 2008 13:43:46 -0700

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
Thu, 15 May 2008 08:04:11 -0700

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.

Yankees | Karstens could pitch Saturday
Fri, 09 May 2008 10:35:03 -0700

The Associated Press reports New York Yankees P Jeffrey Karstens (groin) could pitch in extended spring training Saturday, May 10.

Yankees | Karstens ready to throw off a mound
Tue, 15 Apr 2008 21:32:15 -0700

The Associated Press reports New York Yankees RP Jeffrey Karstens (groin) has been cleared to throw off a mound in Tampa, Fla., at the team's minor league complex. He remains on the disabled list.

Yankees | Karstens placed on DL
Sat, 29 Mar 2008 09:23:03 -0700

USAToday.com reports the New York Yankees have placed P Jeffrey Karstens (groin) on the 15-day disabled list.

Yankees | Karstens to start season on DL
Fri, 28 Mar 2008 16:03:36 -0700

The Associated Press reports New York Yankees P Jeffrey Karstens (groin) underwent an MRI exam that confirmed Karstens sustained a strained groin while pitching Thursday, March 27, against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Karstens will start the season on the disabled list and should be held out about a month.

Yankees | Karstens' groin injury likely to keep him off roster
Fri, 28 Mar 2008 07:38:59 -0700

Yankees.MLB.com's Bryan Hoch reports New York Yankees P Jeffrey Karstens (groin) injured his right groin Thursday, March 27, and it probably hurt his case to be the team's long reliever.

Yankees | Karstens suffers apparent leg injury
Thu, 27 Mar 2008 14:10:48 -0700

Jenifer Langosch, of MLB.com, reports New York Yankees P Jeffrey Karstens (leg) left the team's spring training game early Thursday, March 27, after suffering an apparent leg injury.

Yankees | Karstens agrees to terms
Tue, 04 Mar 2008 12:49:01 -0800

USAToday.com reports the New York Yankees have agreed to terms with P Jeffrey Karstens on a one-year deal. Financial terms were not disclosed.

Yankees | Karstens to compete for bullpen job
Wed, 06 Feb 2008 19:13:09 -0800

Bryan Hoch, of Yankees.MLB.com, reports New York Yankees P Jeffrey Karstens will compete for a spot in the team's bullpen during spring training.

Yankees | Karstens continues throwing off mound
Mon, 04 Feb 2008 12:42:21 -0800

The Associated Press reports New York Yankees P Jeffrey Karstens has begun his third week of throwing off the mound this offseason.

Yankees | Karstens throwing bullpen sessions before spring training
Wed, 30 Jan 2008 14:03:22 -0800

The Associated Press reports New York Yankees P Jeffrey Karstens is already throwing bullpen sessions with team pitching coach Dave Eiland in Florida before the start of spring training. Karstens has thrown two sessions off the mound with Eiland so far.