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Pittsburgh Pirates
Latest Pittsburgh Pirates analysisFantasy baseball players in the newsThe latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy baseball players. Fantasy Baseball Diamond Market: Jurickson Profar, Kendrys Morales, more The Rangers' top prospect is the most in thing in rotisserie and head-to-head right now. Plus, some players with actual long-term value. Fantasy baseball players in the news The latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy baseball players. Fantasy baseball players in the news The latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy baseball players. Fantasy baseball players in the news The latest news, rumors and injury updates on key fantasy baseball players. Pittsburgh Pirates news, rumors and injuriesSat, 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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. Share: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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:  |
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