Blue Jays acquire Liriano, 2 prospects from Pirates

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The Blue Jays acquired veteran left-hander Francisco Liriano, outfield prospect Harold Ramirez and catching prospect Reese McGuire from the Pirates on Monday in exchange for right-hander Drew Hutchison.

Liriano is an 11-year veteran who was in his fourth season with Pittsburgh. Following three seasons in which he posted ERAs no higher than 3.38 for the Bucs, he has struggled so far in 2016, going 6-11 with a 5.46 ERA in 21 starts.

Liriano, 32, has made four career postseason appearances (three starts), going 1-0 with a 3.48 ERA in 20 2/3 innings. He made two appearances …

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