Tag Archives: Jose Ascanio
Jose Ascanio Clears Waivers
The Pittsburgh Pirates have outrighted pitcher Jose Ascanio to Indianapolis after the right hander cleared waivers, David Todd first reported. Ascanio was designated for assignment last week when the Pirates… Read more
Tony Watson Recalled, Jose Ascanio DFAd
The Pittsburgh Pirates have recalled left handed pitcher Tony Watson, adding a second left hander to the bullpen. To make room, the Pirates designated right hander Jose Ascanio for assignment…. Read more
Game 44 Recap: Karstens, Walker Lead Pirates to Win
Nice outing from Jeff Karstens. Nice offensive display from the Pirates. And a big crowd too. Make it three straight wins for the Pirates. Karstens limited the Tigers to three… Read more
Game 38 Recap: Gallardo Topples Bucs
Yovani Gallardo has the Pirates number. On the mound. At the plate. He’s a pain in the rear. Gallardo added a win, two hits, two runs and an RBI to… Read more
Jose Ascanio Activated, Michael Crotta to DL
The Pittsburgh Pirates have activated right handed reliever Jose Ascanio from the 15-day disabled list, and have placed right handed reliever Michael Crotta on the 15-day disabled list with inflammation… Read more
Should Jose Ascanio Be Added to the 25 Man Roster?
Jose Ascanio started tonight’s Indianapolis Indians game, making his final rehab appearance during his time on the 15-day disabled list. A quick look at the 40-man roster page shows that… Read more
Early 2012 Super Two Estimates
According to CAA Sports, an agency that represents numerous athletes across all sports, including Jason Bay, Dan Haren, and Ryan Zimmerman for baseball, the early estimates for the 2012 Super… Read more
The Final Three Roster Spots
After the news this morning that the Pittsburgh Pirates cut four players, there are three roster spots remaining. The cuts this morning left Steve Pearce with a roster spot on… Read more
Spots Opening Up In The Bullpen
At the start of the off-season, the bullpen looked pretty crowded. The Pittsburgh Pirates had locks in Joel Hanrahan, Evan Meek, Chris Resop, and Jeff Karstens. They added Joe Beimel… Read more
Update On Players Who Are Out Of Options
With a handful of players who are both on the bubble and out of options, the Pirates will be facing some tough roster decisions at the end of March…. Read more
