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Pirates | John McDonald to begin rehab assignment Monday

Sat, 25 May 2013 12:59:41 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said SS John McDonald (back, elbow) will travel to Triple-A Indianapolis Sunday, May 26, and is scheduled to begin his rehab assignment Monday, May 27.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette - Bill Brink


Pirates | Chase d'Arnaud rehab update

Sat, 25 May 2013 12:10:35 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates SS Chase d'Arnaud (thumb) is now rehabbing with Triple-A Indianapolis.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Rob Biertempfel


Pirates | Charlie Morton has side session scratched

Fri, 24 May 2013 20:51:16 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates SP Charlie Morton (elbow, personal) wanted to throw a side session Thursday, May 23, as he continues to rehab from an elbow injury. However, his wife gave birth to a son in Pittsburgh. He is scheduled to throw a 90-pitch rehab outing Monday, May 27.

Fantasy Tip: Morton remains on track to return to the rotation in early June, and he is likely to replace SP Jeanmar Gomez. Morton should be added in NL-only fantasy leagues if you're in need of pitching help.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Travis Sawchik


Pirates | Pedro Alvarez sits

Fri, 24 May 2013 20:50:25 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates 3B Pedro Alvarez was given the night off Friday, May 24, against the Milwaukee Brewers. It is the second time his has been rested against a right-handed pitcher.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Travis Sawchik


Pirates | Andrew McCutchen cutting down K rate

Fri, 24 May 2013 20:49:54 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates OF Andrew McCutchen has cut down his strikeout rate 43 percent - from 19.6 percent last year to 11.1 percent this year. His career rate is 17 percent, so the numbers might mean he is developing a more discerning eye at the plate and becoming an even better hitter. McCutchen said he is using the same approach he has always used, which is trusting his hands and trying to square up pitches.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Travis Sawchik


Pirates | Jeff Karstens to be evaluated next week

Fri, 24 May 2013 20:49:16 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates SP Jeff Karstens (shoulder) felt pain in his right shoulder while throwing Friday, May 24, and he has been shut down, according to the team. He will undergo an evaluation on his shoulder next week in Pittsburgh.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Travis Sawchik


Pirates | Jose Contreras reinstated

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:51:11 -0700

The Pittsburgh Pirates reinstated RP Jose Contreras from the bereavement list Tuesday, May 21, and optioned RP Jared Hughes to the minors in a corresponding move.

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Pirates | James McDonald throws bullpen

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:09:20 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates SP James McDonald (shoulder) felt fine after a bullpen session Tuesday, May 21, and he will throw another side session Friday, May 24.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Rob Biertempfel


Pirates | Charlie Morton close to returning

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:06:50 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates SP Charlie Morton (elbow) will make rehab starts Sunday, May 26, and May 31 and will replace SP Jeanmar Gomez in the rotation after that.

Fantasy Tip: Morton could become an option for deep mixed managers that are looking for rotation help, but initially, consider him mainly a commodity for NL-only formats.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Rob Biertempfel


Pirates | Jason Grilli not available

Wed, 22 May 2013 13:01:57 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said RP Jason Grilli won't be available Wednesday, May 22, after throwing 34 pitches Tuesday, May 21. Grilli also might not be available Thursday, May 23.

Fantasy Tip: Mark Melancon will likely enter if a save situation arises in the next few days. Make sure he's in your lineup if you own him in deep leagues.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Rob Biertempfel


Pirates | Andrew McCutchen nursing sore knee

Sun, 19 May 2013 20:29:20 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates OF Andrew McCutchen (knee) said Sunday, May 19, that he hurt his knee sliding into home plate a few days ago. He said the knee was sore again today, but there is no structural damage.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Rob Biertempfel


Pirates | No damage in Andrew McCutchen's knee

Sun, 19 May 2013 14:03:13 -0700

Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Pirates OF Andrew McCutchen (knee) said he injured his knee sliding into home a few days ago and it was sore Sunday, May 19. McCutchen said there is no structural damage in the knee.

Fantasy Tip: It does not appear like McCutchen is dealing with a major injury but there is a chance he could miss a game or two if the knee continues to be sore.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review - Rob Biertempfel


Pirates | Chase d'Arnaud rehab update

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:43:47 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates SS Chase d'Arnaud (thumb) is expected to play seven innings for Double-A Altoona Sunday, May 19, and Monday, May 20.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: MLB.com - Tom Singer


Pirates | James McDonald likely to begin rehab assignment next week

Sun, 19 May 2013 12:39:40 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates SP James McDonald (shoulder) is scheduled to throw bullpen sessions Tuesday, May 21, and Friday, May 24. If all goes well, he will make a rehab start for Double-A Altoona May 27, where he will be limited to throwing four innings or 65 pitches.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: MLB.com - Tom Singer


Pirates | Andrew McCutchen not in lineup Sunday

Sun, 19 May 2013 10:57:14 -0700

Pittsburgh Pirates OF Andrew McCutchen (knee) is not in the starting lineup against the Houston Astros Sunday, May 19, because of a left knee injury.

Share: Tweet! Share on Facebook | Source: ESPN.com - Jim Bowden


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