Article: Vasquez called up, will start tonight against the Royals

Right-hander Virgil Vasquez was called up from Triple-A and will start tonight against Kansas City. Righty Charlie Morton was pushed back to Sunday, giving his tender hamstring more time to heal.

Catcher Ryan Doumit (broken bone in right wrist) will leave Sunday for Bradenton, Fla., to work out at the team's spring training facility. Doumit could be on track to return to the Pirates by the end of July. "We are very pleased with his progress," general manager Neal Huntington said.

Outfielder Brandon Moss got a rare start last night against a left-handed pitcher. Not just any left-hander, but American League Cy Young winner Cliff Lee. Manager John Russell said he has liked Moss' approach at ...

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