Pirates send Karstens, Thomas to minors
November 30, 2009
PITTSBURGH (AP)—The Pirates have sent right-hander Jeff Karstens(notes) andleft-hander Justin Thomas(notes) outright to Triple-A Indianapolis after both clearedwaivers.
Catcher Robinzon Diaz(notes), designated for assignment along with Thomas andKarstens on Nov. 21, has cleared waivers and becomes a minor league free agent.
Karstens, acquired from the Yankees in a 2008 trade, was 4-6 with a 5.42 ERAlast season. The Pirates claimed Thomas on waivers from Seattle after the seasonended.
The Pirates also agreed to a minor league contract with left-hander WilLedezma(notes) and invited him to spring training along with Karstens and Thomas.Ledezma is 15-22 with a 5.17 ERA in 160 major league games with five teams.
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