From Pitt, to Washington, PA, and back to Pittsburgh after various stops in between, it’s been a long journey back to the big leagues for the newest Pirates pitcher.
The Pittsburgh Pirates recalled former Pitt pitcher and right-handed reliever Isaac Mattson to the bigs on Thursday before the final game of a four-game series in St. Louis. To make room on the 40-man roster and active squad, righty Jake Woodford was designated for assignment.
Mattson made his Major League debut on May 7, 2021, as a member of the Baltimore Orioles. He allowed three runs in four games spanning 4.