Struggling Morris let go as Pirates shuffle rotation
Published 4/27/2008 at Red Sox & MLB - BostonHerald.com
PITTSBURGH - Matt Morris, the veteran right-hander added by the Pittsburgh Pirates late last season to stabilize a young rotation, was released today after failing to pitch...
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MLB Rumors - MLBTradeRumors.com found this 4/27/2008 on sports.espn.go.com
Matt Morris, the veteran right-hander added by the Pittsburgh Pirates late last season to stabilize a young rotation, was released Sunday after failing to pitch past the second inning in his latest start.Pirates release Matt Morris
Honest Wagner found this 4/27/2008 on www.post-gazette.com
The Pirates this morning released Matt Morris and put left-hander Phil Dumatrait in the right-hander's spot in the rotation, meaning Dumatrait will start Thursday in Washington. Releasing Morris means the Pirates will pay him a little over $10 ...Pirates release high-priced vet Morris
The Zoner posted 4/27/2008 from cbs.sportsline.com
The decision to cut Morris will cost the Pirates more than $10 million, in addition to what they already have paid him this season. Morris is making $10,037,283 this season, or about one-fifth of their payroll, and has a $1 million buyout for 2009. "Matt Morris is a true professional," manager John Russell said. "He's had a great career. He wanted to help us win, but it just wasn't working ...Pirates release Matt Morris
Where have you gone, Andy Van Slyke? found this 4/27/2008 on www.postgazette.com
The Pirates this morning released Matt Morris and put left-hander Phil Dumatrait in the right-hander's spot in the rotation, meaning Dumatrait will start Thursday in Washington. Releasing Morris means the Pirates will pay him a little over $10 ...Matt Morris, Batting Practice Pitcher
The Big Lead found this 4/27/2008 on www.sportsfrog.com
Last night Morris gave up 8 runs on 9 hits in 4 innings, which brings his 2008 ERA to a hefty 9.15. That's a run per inning. Some elite pitcher barely allow a baserunner an inning. We all know Pittsburgh has its problems but Matt Morris? Though ...
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Unfortunately, there's no surprise here. ESPN reports the Pirates have released Matt Morris . As Tim noted last night , the Pirates had little choice and eating $10MM seems their best option. According to ESPN, "The decision ...
Unfortunately, there's no surprise here. ESPN reports the Pirates have released Matt Morris . As Tim noted last night , the Pirates had little choice and eating $10MM seems their best option. According to ESPN, "The decision ...
MLB Rumors • Pirates Release Morris
The Pirates announced today that they will release pitcher Matt Morris. Morris, who is set to earn eleven million this year, was off to an 0-4 start with a 9.67 ERA, but couldn't find a way to win: "He's had a great career. He wanted to help us win, ...
The Pirates announced today that they will release pitcher Matt Morris. Morris, who is set to earn eleven million this year, was off to an 0-4 start with a 9.67 ERA, but couldn't find a way to win: "He's had a great career. He wanted to help us win, ...
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The Pittsburgh Pirates have released 33-year old Matt Morris today, having to eat about $10M in remaining salary as well as paying a $1M buyout. Morris was brought over from San Francisco in an attempt to bring a “veteran presence” to the ...
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The Pirates released struggling (0-4, 9.67 ERA) pitcher Matt Morris today.
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Following on the heels of a week of horrible baseball and the release of Matt Morris , this was a refreshing display of competence. Paul Maholm walked four batters, but he had a 99-pitch, complete game two-hitter. Meanwhile, Nate McLouth hit ...
Following on the heels of a week of horrible baseball and the release of Matt Morris , this was a refreshing display of competence. Paul Maholm walked four batters, but he had a 99-pitch, complete game two-hitter. Meanwhile, Nate McLouth hit ...
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Matt Morris, the veteran right-hander added by the Pittsburgh Pirates late last season to stabilize a young rotation, was released Sunday after being unable to pitch past the second inning in his latest start.
Matt Morris, the veteran right-hander added by the Pittsburgh Pirates late last season to stabilize a young rotation, was released Sunday after being unable to pitch past the second inning in his latest start.
Pirates release struggling RHP Morris (AP)
Matt Morris, the veteran right-hander added by the Pittsburgh Pirates late last season to stabilize a young rotation, was released Sunday after failing to pitch past the second inning in his latest start. The decision to cut Morris will cost the ...
Matt Morris, the veteran right-hander added by the Pittsburgh Pirates late last season to stabilize a young rotation, was released Sunday after failing to pitch past the second inning in his latest start. The decision to cut Morris will cost the ...
Morris' release mixes up Bucs' rotation
When the Pirates released veteran right-hander Matt Morris on Sunday, it likely marked the end of his career, but it also provided an opportunity for lefty Phil Dumatrait and righty John Van Benschoten.
When the Pirates released veteran right-hander Matt Morris on Sunday, it likely marked the end of his career, but it also provided an opportunity for lefty Phil Dumatrait and righty John Van Benschoten.
Morris released as Pirates shuffle pitching rotation
Matt Morris, the veteran right-hander added by the Pittsburgh Pirates late last season to stabilize a young rotation, was released Sunday after failing to pitch past the second inning in his latest start. The decision to cut Morris will cost the ...
Matt Morris, the veteran right-hander added by the Pittsburgh Pirates late last season to stabilize a young rotation, was released Sunday after failing to pitch past the second inning in his latest start. The decision to cut Morris will cost the ...
