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Bucs recall Osuna to fill Kingham's roster spot

CHICAGO -- On Tuesday, the Pirates recalled Jose Osuna from Triple-A Indianapolis, and the corner infielder/outfielder should stick around in the Majors a little longer than he did last time.

The Bucs optioned right-hander Nick Kingham to Triple-A Indianapolis on Monday. They officially filled his roster spot Tuesday and started the hot-hitting Osuna at first base in their series opener against the White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field.

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"I'm happy to be here. It's really good," Osuna said. "I hope I can stay here for the rest of the season and help the team to win.