by Tom Singer / MLB.com / July 3, 2013

Placed on Optional Waivers

Jeff Karstens

The Pirates have announced the Jeff Karstens has been placed on optional waivers. In 27 innings pitched, Karstens had a record of 1-1, with a 5.00 ERA. Karstens allowed 24 hits, while striking out 26 and walking 14, with a 1.11 WHIP.



Promoted to MLB


Kyle McPherson

The Pirates have promoted pitcher Kyle McPherson from Triple-A Indianapolis. In 114.1 innings pitched, McPherson had a record of 8-4, with a 2.52 ERA. Karstens allowed 105 hits, while striking out 80 and walking 42, with a 1.29 WHIP.



Promoted to Triple-A Indianapolis


Jameson Taillon

The Pirates have promoted their #2 prospect, Jameson Taillon, from Double-A Altoona. In 107 innings pitched, Taillon had a record of 10-4, with a 3.70 ERA. Taillon allowed 107 hits, while striking out 106 and walking 37, with a 1.35 WHIP.