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Pirates designate George Kontos for assignment, activate Joe Musgrove

PITTSBURGH -- Reliever George Kontos has been designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates to clear a roster spot for right-hander Joe Musgrove's return from the disabled list.

Kontos was removed from his role as the primary setup man for closer Felipe Vazquez last week. In 21 games, Kontos was 2-3 with one save and a 5.03 ERA.

He said he has a "lot left to give" and hopes "someone out there needs a pitcher who has experience and has had success."

The 32-year-old spent his first seven seasons with San Francisco and was on their World Series-winning teams in 2012 and 2014.