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Neil Walker | Second Baseman

Team: Pittsburgh Pirates
Age / DOB:  (27) / 9/10/1985
Ht / Wt:  6'3' / 208
Bats / Throws: Switch / Right
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Neil Walker drove in two runs with a single in Wednesday's win over the Brewers.
He also hit the ground ball that Rickie Weeks threw away to allow the Pirates to score the go-ahead run. Since returning from the DL on Monday, Walker has recorded three hits and drawn a pair of walks. May 15 - 10:37 PM

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Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Neil Walker went 2-for-3 Tuesday in his second game since coming off the disabled list.

Walker was sidelined since April 26 with a laceration on his right index finger and went 0-for-4 in his return on Monday. He fared better Tuesday, singling twice and scoring two runs. The left-hander was also true to his namesake, walking twice on the evening. He can be safely returned to fantasy lineups.
May 15 - 12:34 AM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Pirates activated 2B Neil Walker from the 15-day disabled list.

Walker has been out since April 26 because of a laceration on his right index finger that required six stitches. He had a weak .253/.352/.342 batting line before the injury but can be started safely again in fantasy leagues. The 27-year-old hit .280/.342/.426 with 14 home runs and 69 RBI in 129 games last season.
May 13 - 1:37 PM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

The Pittsburgh Tribune-Review confirms Neil Walker (hand) will be activated from the disabled list Monday.

Walker had a brief rehab assignment at Double-A Altoona and will join the Pirates on Monday for their upcoming three-game series with Milwaukee. He was batting .253/.352/.342 with one home run and eight RBI through his first 23 games prior to the injury. Jordy Mercer will be sent down in a corresponding move.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
May 12 - 4:33 PM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Neil Walker will continue his rehab assignment Saturday with Double-A Altoona.

Walker was scheduled to make his second rehab appearance on Friday, but the game was postponed. He's now on track to rejoin the Pirates for their upcoming three-game series with Milwaukee. Prior to the injury, Walker was batting .253/.352/.342 line with one home run and eight RBI through his first 23 games.
Source: Rob Biertempfel on Twitter
May 11 - 12:27 PM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Neil Walker (hand) was scheduled to play in his second rehab game on Friday, but his game with Double-A Altoona was rained out.

Walker was hoping to return to the Pirates' lineup during their weekend series against the Mets, but may now have to wait until Monday. He'll return to a .253/.352/.342 line with one homer and eight RBI through his first 23 games.
Source: Bill Brink on Twitter
May 10 - 7:52 PM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Neil Walker (hand) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment Thursday with Double-A Altoona.

If all goes well, the second baseman will rejoin the Pirates this weekend in New York. He was placed on the disabled list May 3 -- retroactive to April 27 -- with a deep gash on his right hand that required six stitches.
Source: Michael Sanserino on Twitter
May 7 - 4:06 PM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Pirates placed 2B Neil Walker on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to April 27, with a laceration on his right hand.

Walker required six stitches in his right index finger last Friday after he had his hand stepped on at second base. The Pirates were hoping that Walker could avoid a stint on the disabled list, but he made little in the way of progress over the past few days. However, if all goes well, he should be ready to return as soon as he's eligible next weekend.
May 3 - 4:48 PM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

The Pirates could place Neil Walker (finger) on the disabled list if he doesn't make progress by Friday.

Walker required six stitches in his right index finger last Friday after he had his hand stepped on at second base. He was able to field grounders and throw prior to Tuesday's game, but he's still unable to grip a bat. The Pirates can't afford to go short-handed for much longer, so something will have to give soon.
Source: Michael Sanserino on Twitter
May 1 - 12:29 PM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Neil Walker (finger) fielded grounders and threw prior to Tuesday's game but is still unable to grip a bat.

Walker is hoping to have the six stitches removed from his right index finger by this weekend. The Pirates obviously believe he'll recover in time to avoid the DL.
Source: Pirates.mlb.com
Apr 30 - 8:59 PM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Neil Walker (finger) was unable to take batting practice Monday as hoped.

Walker is dealing with a deep cut on his right index finger and is still too sore to grip a bat. He's unlikely to need a trip to the disabled list, but it sounds like he'll probably need a few more days of rest.
Source: Michael Sanserino on Twitter
Apr 29 - 11:47 PM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Neil Walker had the soft cast removed from his right hand Monday and tried to take some swings in the batting cage.

Walker suffered a deep cut on his right index finger during Friday's game and received six stitches. The Pirates don't plan to place him on the disabled list, but it may be a few more days before he's ready to return to the lineup.
Source: Michael Sanserino on Twitter
Apr 29 - 6:07 PM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Neil Walker won't have the stitches removed from his injured right index finger until next week.

But he has been cleared to play with the stitches in and should return to the Pirates' starting lineup at some point over the next few days. Walker suffered a gash on his right index finger Friday when he was stepped on at second base by Cardinals shortstop Pete Kozma.
Source: Pirates.mlb.com
Apr 29 - 8:56 AM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Neil Walker will miss a few games after he sustained a deep cut on his right index finger during Friday's game that required six stitches.

Walker sustained the injury on a slide into second base in the eighth inning on Friday. It's not clear if the Pirates will make a roster move or go short-handed over the next few days. Brandon Inge should see increased playing time during his absence.
Source: Rob Biertempfel on Twitter
Apr 27 - 12:03 AM
Neil Walker - 2B - Pirates

Neil Walker was removed from Friday's game after he injured his right index finger on a slide into second base.

No word yet on whether he sustained any type of injury on the play, or was just shaken up. The team will likely release an update on his status shortly. Brandon Inge replaced him in the game, and could see an increased playing time at second base if Walker requires an absence from the lineup.
Source: Rob Biertempfel on Twitter
Apr 26 - 11:15 PM

Depth Charts

Batters
PosRoleName
C1Russell Martin
2Michael McKenry
1B1Garrett Jones
2Gaby Sanchez
2B1Neil Walker
2Jordy Mercer
SS1Clint Barmes
2John McDonald
3Chase d'Arnaud
3B1Pedro Alvarez
2Brandon Inge
LF1Starling Marte
CF1Andrew McCutchen
RF1Travis Snider
2Jose Tabata
Starting Pitcher
PosRoleName
S1A.J. Burnett
2Wandy Rodriguez
3James McDonald
4Francisco Liriano
5Charlie Morton
6Jeff Karstens
7Jeff Locke
8Jeanmar Gomez
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Jason Grilli
2Mark Melancon
3Tony Watson
4Justin Wilson
5Vin Mazzaro
6Bryan Morris
7Jose Contreras
8Jared Hughes