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- Updated: September 21, 2016
MILWAUKEE — While clinging to thin postseason chances, the Pirates opted to stay with veteran starter Ryan Vogelsong in the rotation for Thursday’s game against the Brewers despite his recent struggles.
The Pirates did not announce the starters for the three-game series at Miller Park, which began Tuesday, until Monday. Vogelsong, who has allowed 20 runs over a span of 17 2/3 innings in his last four starts, will pitch the series finale.
Manager Clint Hurdle said the Pirates recently identified a snag in Vogelsong’s delivery that gives them renewed confidence in sending the 39-year-old right-hander to the mound.
“No. 1, the delivery glitch we felt we came across with him, we have identified and put some sessions and some work in the bullpen,” Hurdle …
