Mercer to DL; Pirates add Newman, Luplow

Aug 16 2018 by Yardbarker: Pittsburgh Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates today placed infielder Jordy Mercer on the 10-day disabled list (retro to August 15) with a left calf strain. To take Mercer's place on the 25-man active roster, outfielder Jordan Luplow has been recalled from Indianapolis. The club has also selected the contract of infielder Kevin Newman from Indianapolis. To make room for Newman on the 25-man roster, catcher Jacob Stallings has been optioned to Triple-A. To clear a space on the 40-man roster, right-handed pitcher...
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