Ben Heller Recalled Amid Crucial Bullpen Changes
The Pittsburgh Pirates have recalled Ben Heller from Triple-A to stabilize the bullpen, as Colin Holderman is placed on the 15-day IL.
To fill a spot in the bullpen, the Pittsburgh Pirates have summoned Ben Heller from Triple-A (Indianapolis), who has spent most of the season in the Majors. The team made a corresponding decision, placing pitcher Colin Holderman on the 15-day IL due to a right wrist sprain. In his most recent time with the Pirates, Heller had a difficult time, allowing 12 runs on 10 hits, 10 walks, and two hit batters in only two innings.
Meanwhile, in Triple-A, its performance was impressive, with a 3.55 ERA and 63 strikeouts in 37 innings pitched. Unfortunately, these events coincide at a crucial moment for the Pirates, as Holderman has shown a significant regression since the start of the year.
Having a 1.23 ERA at the end of June, the starting pitcher ends up with a 7.63 ERA after a poor period. The current situation will be the test for the recalled pitcher who failed in the middle of the season. It is important to remind that Pittsburgh is steadily trying to stabilize the bullpen, which requires some adjustments to the roster. Therefore, the fans’ eyes will be fixed on Heller, looking for whether he can improve his statistics and demonstrate that he can help at the crucial point of the season.
