Jose Osuna, one of the Pirates' top hitters for much of spring training, was recalled from Triple-A Wednesday to serve as the club's 26th man for the second game of a doubleheader against the Tigers; however, a roster move with greater implications has yet to be decided.
The Pirates' fourth postponement in under one month forced Jameson Taillon and Chad Kuhl to pitch each game of the doubleheader, leaving the team without a starter against the Cardinals at PNC Park on Sunday afternoon. Clint Hurdle was mum when asked who would fill that void, although he indicated there are a few candidates for the spot start.
"We’ve got some names," Hurdle said. "Speculation is wide open. Check the travel logs or whatever you want to do. We’ve got some guys that will be either available before that date or on that date before they pitch."
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