Good afternoon from PNC Park where the Pirates (41-39) take on the Mets (36-44) in the third game of a four-game set. Gerrit Cole (6-3, 3.64 ERA) will be making his first start since being reinstated from the DL and will face Jonathon Niese (4-4, 2.78 ERA). -- To make room for Cole on the active roster, Brandon Cumpton has been optioned to AAA Indianapolis. "You have no need to hang your head," manager Clint Hurdle said. "Guys are going to hug you and tell you great job and they will look ... Read More
Pirates GM Neal Huntington Comments on Grilli Trade
Pirates GM Neal Huntington spoke to the media concerning the trade of Jason Grilli to the Angels in exchange for RHP Ernesto Frieri. On making the trade: "It's one of those change of scenery deals that both clubs are looking at guys they liked in the past that are currently struggling and felt they were the right move for their club and we certainly appreciate everything Jason has done not only on the field but in the clubhouse and in the community and the human part of it makes it really ... Read More
Pirates Trade Jason Grilli to Angels for Ernesto Frieri
The Pittsburgh Pirates today acquired right-handed pitcher Ernesto Frieri from the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in exchange for right-handed pitcher Jason Grilli. The announcement was made by Pirates Senior Vice President, General Manager Neal Huntington. Since being acquired by the Angels on May 3, 2012, Frieri has recorded a total of 216 strikeouts, which rank second among all American League relievers behind Greg Holland (238). He also recorded 71 saves as a member of the Angels, which is ... Read More