Pirates shuttle pitchers between majors and Triple-A in attempt to bolster shaky relief corps
The move came after Pittsburgh’s relievers posted a 4.53 ERA and converted 17 of 34 save chances, officials said.
- On Friday, the Pittsburgh Pirates recalled right-handers Thomas Harrington and Antwone Kelly from Triple-A Indianapolis while optioning Cam Sanders and Hunter Stratton to the same club.
- The Pittsburgh Pirates entered their matchup against Milwaukee with a bullpen ERA of 4.53, ranking 23rd among major league teams. The struggling relief corps prompted the roster moves.
- They converted just 17 of 34 save opportunities this season, highlighting inconsistency in closing out games. This poor conversion rate has deepened the Pirates' need for additional bullpen reinforcement.
- With a 42-42 record, the Pirates hover around.500, reflecting struggles to build momentum. The roster changes represent an attempt to address deficiencies before the season's final stretch.
- Addressing the bullpen remains critical for the Pittsburgh Pirates as the season reaches its final stages. The team must determine whether this roster can sustain competitiveness and secure a playoff spot.
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Pirates shuttle pitchers between majors and Triple-A in attempt to bolster shaky relief corps
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates shuffled their bullpen on Friday as they recalled right-handers Thomas Harrington and Antwone Kelly from Triple-A Indianapolis and optioned righties Cam Sanders and Hunter Stratton to the same club.
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Aug 1, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Thomas Harrington (78) delivers a pitch in the fifth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images | Source: Lastwordonsports.com - Augustus Oswald, Site Editor
Pirates Roster Moves: Pitching Prospects Kelly, Harrington Recalled
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Thomas Harrington (78) throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays, Tuesday, April 1, 2025, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken) The Pirates continue to look for answers in their bullpen and they’ll turn to a pair of prospects in their latest efforts. Right-handed pitchers Antwone Kelly and Thomas Harrington are being recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis, a source confirmed to Pittsbu…
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