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sports2 years ago

Pirates lose Vince Velasquez to injured list, call up Chase De Jong.

The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed right-hander Vince Velasquez on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow inflammation. Infielder Drew Maggi has been outrighted to Double-A Altoona, while righty Chase De Jong has been reinstated from his own IL stint. Velasquez's absence will require the Pirates to find a fifth starter to join Mitch Keller, Roansy Contreras, Rich Hill, and Johan Oviedo. Maggi cleared waivers and has the right to reject the assignment and elect free agency.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
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sports2 years ago

"Pirates' Drew Maggi finally gets MLB hit after 13 years in minors"

Drew Maggi, a 33-year-old minor leaguer, has been sent back down to Double-A ball after being called up by the Pittsburgh Pirates and recording his first career hit in the majors. Maggi had played in 1,155 games after 13 seasons in the minors. He went 2-for-6 in his three-game run as a major leaguer, additionally recording a double, and he also scored as a baserunner in the Saturday game against the Nationals.

via New York Post |
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sports2 years ago

Drew Maggi's 13-year wait ends with MLB debut.

After playing more than 1,100 minor league games, Drew Maggi of the Pittsburgh Pirates made his Major League debut on Wednesday as a pinch hitter. Maggi, who has spent 13 years in the minor leagues, finally got his chance to play in the big leagues and received a standing ovation from the crowd after striking out swinging. Maggi's journey to the majors has been a long and tough one, but he never gave up on his dream.

via NPR|
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sports2 years ago

Drew Maggi's 13-year wait ends with MLB debut for Pirates.

After 13 seasons and 4,494 plate appearances in the Minor Leagues, Drew Maggi finally got his chance to play in a Major League game. Although he struck out in his first at-bat, Maggi was overwhelmed by the reception he received from fans and his team. Maggi had been a "phantom ballplayer" for a year-and-a-half, having been on a roster without playing a game. Maggi's journey to the Majors is a testament to his perseverance and dedication to the sport.

via MLB.com|
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sports2 years ago

After 13 years in the minors, Drew Maggi finally makes MLB debut at 33.

After 13 years in the minor leagues, Drew Maggi made his major league debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates at the age of 33. Maggi pinch hit for five-time All-Star McCutchen in the eighth inning with the Pirates ahead by seven runs. Although he struck out, Maggi said the moment made the years of chasing his dream worth it. He spent a few moments after the game greeting his family along the box seat railing.

via The Guardian|
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sports2 years ago

After 13 years in the minors, Drew Maggi shines in MLB debut.

Drew Maggi, a Pittsburgh Pirates infielder, made his major league debut after playing over 1,100 games in the minors. However, his first at-bat was called for a pitch-clock violation, making the count 0-2. Maggi received a standing ovation after the game, and he said he was awestruck by the reception he got from the Pirates fans. Maggi, 33, was selected by the Pirates in the 15th round of the 2010 draft and has played in several organizations before coming back to the Pirates in 2022.

via Fox News|
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sports2 years ago

33-year-old Pirates rookie Drew Maggi finally makes MLB debut after 13-year wait

After 13 years in the minors, 33-year-old Drew Maggi made his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates, receiving a standing ovation from fans at PNC Park. Despite striking out in his first at-bat, Maggi was grateful for the support and recognition from the home-town crowd. Maggi was originally drafted by the Pirates in 2010 and spent most of his career in Triple-A before finally getting the call to the majors.

via Yahoo Sports|
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sports2 years ago

After 13 years in the minors, Drew Maggi finally makes MLB debut at 33.

After 13 years and 1,154 minor league games, Drew Maggi made his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates at the age of 33. Pinch-hitting for Andrew McCutchen in the eighth inning, Maggi swung at the first pitch he saw, fouling it off. He eventually struck out but was greeted with a warm ovation from the fans at PNC Park. Maggi had been called up from Double-A Altoona on Sunday and had been waiting for his chance to play. Despite a pitch-clock violation, Maggi achieved a lifelong dream and can hold his head high.

via TribLIVE|
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sports2 years ago

After 13-year wait, Drew Maggi finally makes MLB debut for Pirates.

After 13 years in the minors, Drew Maggi made his MLB debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates at the age of 33. Maggi, a utility infielder, played in 1,155 minor-league games over 13 seasons before being called up from Double-A Altoona. He received a standing ovation from the PNC Park crowd before striking out against Dodgers reliever Alex Vesia. Maggi's parents, brothers, and uncle were at PNC Park to witness his debut.

via The Athletic|
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sports2 years ago

After 13 years, Pirates' Drew Maggi finally makes MLB debut at age 33.

Drew Maggi, a 33-year-old infielder, made his major league debut as a pinch hitter for the Pittsburgh Pirates, striking out in his lone at-bat against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Maggi had played 1,155 games across 13 minor league seasons before getting called up earlier this week. He has a career .254 average with 978 hits, 45 home runs, 354 RBIs, and 222 stolen bases in the minors since being drafted by the Pirates in 2010.

via ESPN|
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sports2 years ago

Pirates Defeat Dodgers with Delay's RBIs and Contreras' 2-Hitter.

Roansy Contreras pitched a two-hitter over six scoreless innings and Jason Delay delivered three hits and three RBIs as the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Los Angeles Dodgers, 8-1, on Wednesday night. Bryan Reynolds' RBI single broke a scoreless tie in the fifth inning, and Drew Maggi made his long-awaited major-league debut in the eighth inning. The Pirates rebounded with a big win to remain a game ahead of the Milwaukee Brewers atop the NL Central.

via TribLIVE|
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sports2 years ago

Pirates Promote Longtime Minor Leaguer Drew Maggi to MLB Roster

The Pittsburgh Pirates have promoted 33-year-old minor-league veteran Drew Maggi to the majors for the first time in his career. Maggi is a career .254/.349/.347 hitter who has played for six organizations and has played 1,155 minor-league games. He takes the roster spot of outfielder Bryan Reynolds, who was placed on the bereavement list. Maggi's stay is unlikely to be a long one, but he will hope to get a few at-bats in the interim.

via CBS Sports|
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