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PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- Jeff Clement will get his first taste of big-league baseball in over two years, as the Pirates recalled the Indianapolis infielder from their Triple-A affiliate Friday afternoon. To compensate, the team optioned Yamaico Navarro back to the Indians.
The Pirates and their fans are trying to forget a three game sweep at the hands of the San Diego Padres this week. After a day off, the Buccos are back in action against an old nemisis as Milwaukee comes calling.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- The present looks bleak for the Pittsburgh Pirates, who have slipped to third in the National League Wild Card race, and now look to be a long shot to take down Cincinnati for the NL Central lead. But the future looks quite bright, as another group of Pirates has taken a different title from the Reds.
Former Pittsburgh Pirates, Major League Manager, and current Special Assistant to the Oakland Athletics, Phil Garner joined John Seibel and Josh Miller of Seibel, Starkey and Miller on Sportsradio 93-7 The FAN to talk about the run the Pirates have made this year.
(AP) -- The Pittsburgh Pirates' push for their first playoff appearance in 20 years has slowed considerably. Given the Pirates' recent history against the Milwaukee Brewers, it's far from a guarantee that will change over the weekend.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- After refusing an assignment to Triple-A Indianapolis, relief pitcher Juan Cruz, who was designated for assignment earlier this week, was released outright by the Pirates today.
Baseball Prospectus national writer John Perrotto joined The Fan Morning Show Thursday.
SAN DIEGO (AP) -- It all proved to be better than expected for rookie Andrew Werner. The left-hander could barely believe the news two days ago that the San Diego Padres were calling him up to the majors. But Werner made the most of his opportunity. Werner allowed two runs over six-plus innings in his major league debut and Carlos Quentin drove in three runs, leading the Padres to a 4-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday.
National Baseball Editor for SB Nation Rob Neyer joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on Sportsradio 93.7 The FAN to talk about the Pirates playoff chances.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- Pirates prospect Jameson Taillon couldn't have looked much better in his first appearance with the Double-A Altoona Curve, throwing five scoreless innings in a 5-0 win at Trenton Tuesday night.
Pirates broadcaster and former pitcher Steve Blass joined The Fan Morning Show Wednesday in the aftermath of a frustrating Bucs walk-off loss to the San Diego Padres, who have dominated them over the past few years.
(AP) -- The Pittsburgh Pirates had some room to breathe in the NL wild-card standings after a series win over the weekend against one of their main pursuers. A series against a team far from playoff contention has been more problematic.
SAN DIEGO (AP) Chase Headley hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning to give the San Diego Padres a 7-5 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night.
Pirates Catcher Michael McKenry joined Seibel, Starkey and Miller on Sportsradio 93-7 The FAN to talk about what it was like catching 19-straight innings in the teams 6-3 inning marathon game against the St. Louis Cardinals.
PITTSBURGH (93-7 THE FAN) -- Relief pitcher Daniel McCutchen has been recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis, and pitchers Kyle McPherson and Justin Wilson have returned there, the Pirates announced before their Tuesday evening game at San Diego.
