Pirates Call Up Mike Burrows
September 28, 2024 at 7:58 am,
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By Jason Shetler
The Pittsburgh Pirates are calling up RHP Mike Burrows, this after he was initially put on the taxi squad.
As a Rule 5 eligible player last offseason, Burrows was added to Pittsburgh’s 40-man roster.
The 24-year-old Burrows was working his way back from Tommy John surgery. He made his return to AAA Indianapolis on July 25th. In 10 games with the Indians, Burrows posted a 4.06 ERA, while striking out 45 batters in 37.2 innings (10.8 K/9).
It was announced earlier this week that Burrows will be pitching for the Scottsdale Scorpions in the Arizona Fall League.
At this point, it’s unclear what role exactly Burrows would be in at the big league level, however, he will certainly be vying for a spot on the Pirates’ Opening Day roster next year.