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Jose Tabata | Outfielder

Team: Pittsburgh Pirates
Age / DOB:  (24) / 8/12/1988
Ht / Wt:  5'11' / 210
Bats / Throws: Right / Right
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Jose Tabata had a huge day at the plate Saturday, as he went 4-for-5 with a home run, three RBI and three runs scored.
Tabata had a two-run homer in the top of the third inning and an RBI double in the fifth. He needed a triple for the cycle, but fell short in his last plate appearance by flying out to left-center field in the ninth. The 24-year-old outfielder is 7-for-11 over the first three games and has pulled his batting average up from .200 to .279. It's nice to see, but he shouldn't be a consideration in mixed leagues until he becomes a regular in Clint Hurdle's lineup again. May 11 - 5:23 PM

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Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Jose Tabata (hamstring) lined out as a pinch-hitter in the Pirates' loss to the Mariners on Wednesday.

Tabata hasn't started a game since May 1 because of hamstring tightness. The 24-year-old outfielder is batting just .200/.273/.300 in 22 games played this season.
May 9 - 8:33 AM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said Jose Tabata (hamstring) will likely be available off the bench Tuesday.

Tabata hasn't played since May 1 due to a hamstring injury, but he ran well prior to Tuesday's game. He should be available to start later this week.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
May 7 - 6:23 PM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Jose Tabata (hamstring) could be available to pinch-hit Saturday.

Tabata has missed the last three games with hamstring tightness and remains day-to-day. The injury isn't considered serious and he should return to his platoon role in right field by early next week.
Source: Rob Biertempfel on Twitter
May 4 - 2:46 PM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Pirates manager Clint Hurdle said Friday that Jose Tabata (hamstring) will likely be limited over the next couple of days.

Tabata left Wednesday's game after he felt tightness in his left hamstring while stealing second base. He's already feeling better, but the Pirates will play it safe for now. Consider him day-to-day.
Source: Karen Price on Twitter
May 3 - 4:46 PM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Jose Tabata left Wednesday's game with a tight hamstring.

Tabata felt the discomfort while stealing second base in the eighth inning. He will be evaluated by the Pirates' medical staff on Thursday morning in Pittsburgh.
Source: Michael Sanserino on Twitter
May 1 - 5:41 PM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Jose Tabata left Wednesday's game against the Brewers with an apparent leg injury.

Tabata suffered the injury when he stole second base in the top of the eighth inning. He went 2-for-4 before leaving the game. The Pirates should provide an update on his status after the game, but it's worth noting that he has dealt with hamstring and quad injuries in the past.
Source: Rob Biertempfel on Twitter
May 1 - 3:57 PM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Jose Tabata doubled in both of his at-bats Wednesday against the Rays.

Putting on an early power display, Tabata, who homered Monday, has three extra-base hits in six at-bats this spring. That matches his total from 68 at-bats last spring and 69 at-bats in the spring of 2011.
Feb 27 - 4:24 PM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Pirates outfielder Jose Tabata homered Monday in the loss to the Twins.

Tabata is out of options this year, but since he has the costly long-term contract, it's possible he could clear waivers and get sent to the minors. The Pirates would prefer to see him impress this spring and claim a spot as the fourth outfielder. It's not like Starling Marte and Travis Snider are sure things as the projected starters in the corners.
Feb 25 - 5:34 PM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Pirates general manager Neal Huntington said Tuesday that Jose Tabata will have to earn playing time next season.

Tabata batted just .243/.315/.348 with three homers, 16 RBI and a .664 OPS in 103 games this past season and will likely find himself on the bench in 2013 with Starling Marte and Travis Snider projected to start in the corner outfield spots. "He’s still young enough and talented enough," said Huntington. "With Taby, a big part of it is just conditioning. We need to get him back to where he was a couple of years ago. If we can do that, the athlete is going to show up again and the bat speed is going to show up again." The 24-year-old outfielder is owed $12.75 million over the next four seasons while his contract includes three club options, so there's reason for the Pirates to be patient, but he could present a nice-buy low opportunity for someone.
Related: Travis Snider, Starling Marte
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
Wed, Dec 5, 2012 09:46:00 AM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Jose Tabata (foot) went 2-for-6 with a double, a walk and a run scored in his return to action Monday.

Tabata hadn't played since last Tuesday due to a left foot contusion. The 24-year-old outfielder is hitting just .235/.306/.340 in 86 games with the Pirates this year.
Tue, Sep 11, 2012 08:38:00 AM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Jose Tabata has been scratched from the Pirates' lineup Wednesday because of a left foot contusion.

Tabata is considered day-to-day. Alex Presley will start in his place against Astros left-hander Fernando Abad.
Related: Alex Presley
Source: Michael Sanserino on Twitter
Wed, Sep 5, 2012 05:29:00 PM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Jose Tabata (groin) is back in the starting lineup Monday against the Pirates.

Tabata was limited to pinch-hitting duties Sunday after leaving Saturday's game with a left groin injury. He's not quite 100 percent, but will try to play through it.
Source: Rob Biertempfel on Twitter
Mon, Aug 27, 2012 04:07:00 PM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Jose Tabata was removed from Saturday's game with a left groin injury.

The Pirates are expected to update his status Sunday. Tabata had an RBI double and scored a run before exiting. Garrett Jones will get semi-regular starts in right field if Tabata lands on the disabled list.
Sun, Aug 26, 2012 08:39:00 AM
Jose Tabata - OF - Pirates

Jose Tabata had an RBI double and scored a run, helping the Pirates to a 4-0 victory over the Brewers on Saturday.

He also left the game early with tightness in his groin but is currently listed as day-to-day. Tabata is batting .237/.302/.348 with three home runs, eight stolen bases and 12 RBI in 78 games played this season.
Sat, Aug 25, 2012 10:35:00 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