Tag Archives: 2010 payroll
Pirates call up Brad Lincoln and Jose Tabata
The Pittsburgh Pirates have called up top prospects Brad Lincoln and Jose Tabata, both of which could make their debuts tonight. Lincoln definitely will make his debut, as he is… Read more
Pirates Notebook: Could Pearce or Walker be on the way?
It seems like every night I’ve got some post talking about upcoming roster moves, the roster moves that were made that day, and any other contingency that could affect the… Read more
Pirates release Ramon Vazquez
The Pittsburgh Pirates unconditionally released infielder Ramon Vazquez, who was designated for assignment on Sunday in order to set the Opening Day roster. Vazquez is now a free agent, able… Read more
Opening Day Payroll Projection
The 2010 40-man roster payroll projection for the opening day roster is now complete. Thanks to USA Today for the salaries of the league minimum players. The Pirates are currently… Read more
Octavio Dotel contract details
Dejan Kovacevic reports that Octavio Dotel will make $3.25 M in 2010, with a $4.5 M option in 2011. That option includes a $250 K buyout. The deal includes performance… Read more
Pirates sign Octavio Dotel, DFA Anthony Claggett
UPDATE 3:16 PM: Kovacevic notes that Brendan Donnelly will be the primary set-up man. That would make Hanrahan and Meek the middle relievers. That makes for a strong bullpen, and… Read more
Pirates designate Steven Jackson for assignment
To make room for Ryan Church, the Pittsburgh Pirates have designated right handed pitcher Steven Jackson for assignment. The 40-man roster is currently at 40 after these moves and the… Read more
Pirates and Zach Duke agree to $4.3 M contract
UPDATE 9:32 PM: According to Dejan Kovacevic, Duke will make $4.3 M in 2010. The 2010 40-man roster/payroll page has been updated. It’s not a good estimate, as it accounts… Read more
Pirates claim Brandon Jones off of waivers
UPDATE 4:46 PM: Kind of a vague comment by Rob Biertempfel on Twitter suggesting that Pirates fans shouldn’t get too attached to Jones. The Pirates had the second waiver claim,… Read more
What is Zach Duke worth?
The deadline for teams and players to exchange arbitration numbers is today, Tuesday January 19th, at noon. The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the off-season with three players eligible for arbitration. They… Read more
