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Article: Adam LaRoche to rehab at Hickory

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Today, first baseman Adam LaRoche will begin a brief rehab assignment with Low-A Hickory.

"I'll play there a couple of days, get my swings in, and be re- evaluated," said LaRoche, who is on the disabled list with a right intercostal strain. "Hopefully, I'll be back quick."

LaRoche is eligible to come off the disabled list tomorrow.

• The Pirates sent LaRoche to Hickory because this week's schedules for Triple-A Indianapolis and Double-A Altoona include off days and travel days.

"We're not so much concerned about who he faces," manager John Russell said. "He just needs to get live at-bats."

• Right-hander Franklyn German, who was 1-1 with a 3.58 ERA in 24 relief appearances for ...

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