The Pittsburgh Pirates have purchased right-handed-hitting corner outfielder Alexander Canario from the New York Mets. Anthony DiComo of MLB.com was the first to report the news. It and the corresponding move on the 40-man roster were later announced on Monday’s Pirates telecast. Sources: The Mets have traded outfielder Alexander Canario to the Pirates for cash. — Anthony … [Read more...] about Pirates Acquire Power-Hitting Outfielder
Pirates to Call Up Prospect Pitcher to Make Tuesday Night Start
The Pittsburgh Pirates will call up pitcher Thomas Harrington to make the start against the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday evening. It will be Harrington’s major league debut. The ever-diligent Pittsburgh Post-Gazette beat reporter Noah Hiles was the first to break this story. Sources: The Pirates are promoting RHP Thomas Harrington from Triple-A Indianapolis. The No. 79 prospect … [Read more...] about Pirates to Call Up Prospect Pitcher to Make Tuesday Night Start
Pirates Place Former No. 1 Draft Pick Gonzales on Injured List
The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed second baseman Nick Gonzales on the injured list with a “nondisplaced fracture of the left ankle.” He incurred the injury on Opening Day while trotting to first base after hitting a home run against the Miami Marlins. Infielder Enmanuel Valdéz was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis to take his place on the roster. We have recalled INF/OF … [Read more...] about Pirates Place Former No. 1 Draft Pick Gonzales on Injured List
Pirates to Shut Down Jared Jones for Six Weeks with Elbow Discomfort
As expected, Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jared Jones will be placed on the injured list with elbow discomfort. The good news is that Tuesday’s tests revealed no ligament damage, and therefore, surgery won’t be required. He won’t throw for six weeks. Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette was the first to report this news that Pirates fans had been anxiously awaiting … [Read more...] about Pirates to Shut Down Jared Jones for Six Weeks with Elbow Discomfort
Pirates Pare Roster Down After Cutting Pitching Prospect and Power Hitter
The Pittsburgh Pirates have pared down their roster for Opening Day after resolving a few position battles. Starting pitcher Tom Harrington, the Pirates’ No. 3 prospect, will begin the season in the minors. Outfielders Ji Hwan Bae and Jack Suwinski, who entered camp as question marks, are on the roster. Non-roster invitee Ryan Borucki, a left-handed pitcher, has made the team. … [Read more...] about Pirates Pare Roster Down After Cutting Pitching Prospect and Power Hitter