Author Archives: Kristy Robinson
Pirates Notebook: Karstens, McKenry Playing Wiffle Ball; Tabata in Better Frame of Mind
When Jeff Karstens takes the mound, Michael McKenry is usually the guy behind the plate. It’s been that way for the past two seasons more often than not, but the… Read more
Karstens, Tabata Exit Game With Groin Injuries
Both Jeff Karstens and Jose Tabata exited Saturday night’s 4-0 win over Milwaukee due to groin injuries. Karstens injured his right groin after making a pitch to Norichika Aoki with… Read more
A Healthy Clement Ready for Opportunity with Pittsburgh
It’s been a long journey back to the big leagues for Jeff Clement. But on Friday, the first baseman was given the opportunity to battle his way back when the… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Rodriguez Tosses Solid Outing; Plans With Wilson Haven’t Changed
Wandy Rodriguez didn’t impress over his first four starts with Pittsburgh after being traded from Houston. The left-hander posted a 5.58 ERA over 24.2 innings, before taking the mound at… Read more
Pirates Claim Hisanori Takahashi Off Waivers From Angels
The Pittsburgh Pirates today claimed left-handed relief pitcher Hisanori Takahashi off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Takahashi posted a a 4.93 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 41 strikeouts in… Read more
Jeff Clement Selected From Triple-A; Yamaico Navarro Optioned
The Pittsburgh Pirates today selected infielder Jeff Clement from Triple-A Indianapolis and optioned infielder Yamaico Navarro to Triple-A. In 112 games with Indianapolis this season, Clement hit .276 (115-for-416) with… Read more
Mercer Returns From Paternity Leave; McCutchen Optioned to Triple-A
The Pittsburgh Pirates reinstated infielder Jordy Mercer from Paternity leave and optioned Daniel McCutchen to Triple-A Indianapolis. Mercer was placed on paternity leave on Monday due to the birth of… Read more
Kingham’s Recent Success a Result of Increased Confidence
In order to succeed in baseball, confidence is key. Whether you go through a rough stretch or a hot streak, belief in yourself when on the mound is huge. Right-handed… Read more
Juan Cruz Cleared Waivers and Released by Pirates
Juan Cruz cleared outright waivers, and refused his assignment to Triple-A Indianapolis. The right-hander has been released by the organization. Cruz, 33, signed as a minor league free agent in February,… Read more
Zack Von Rosenberg Still Dealing With Fastball Inconsistency
Instead of heading to the minors after spring training ended, the Pirates organization decided to keep Zack Von Rosenberg in extended Spring Training to focus on two things: keeping the… Read more
