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Justin Wilson | Relief Pitcher

Team: Pittsburgh Pirates
Age / DOB:  (25) / 8/18/1987
Ht / Wt:  6'2' / 221
Bats / Throws: Left / Left
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Justin Wilson struck out one in a perfect inning of relief Saturday against the Dodgers.
It was a much-needed easy outing for Wilson, who had allowed five runs over his last two relief appearances. The rookie left-hander is 5-1 with a 2.35 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 36/14 K/BB rate over 38 1/3 innings. Jun 16 - 3:42 AM

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Justin Wilson - R - Pirates

Justin Wilson pitched three scoreless innings and struck out five Saturday in relief against the Twins.

The Pirates expressed their intention to use Wilson as a starter this spring back in December, only to retreat from the statement later. Maybe they're thinking about it again now after having him throw three innings today; he had thrown a total of seven innings in his previous five appearances this spring. Still, the smart money says that he'll be in the pen.
Mar 16 - 4:41 PM
Justin Wilson - R - Pirates

The Pirates will use Justin Wilson as a starter in spring training.

Wilson made eight appearances as a reliever with the Pirates this past season, but he's mostly been a starter in the minors, posting a 3.83 ERA with 460 strikeouts over 518 2/3 innings. As it stands right now, the Pirates have two openings in their rotation. Jeff Locke and Kyle McPherson are the likely favorites to fill those spots, but they'll compete with Wilson, Zach Stewart, Vin Mazzaro and Andrew Oliver.
Source: Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
Sun, Dec 16, 2012 08:57:00 AM
Justin Wilson - R - Pirates

Pirates recalled LHP Justin Wilson from Triple-A Indianapolis.

Wilson already made his major league debut this season and will continue to serve as bullpen depth. The Pirates are hoping to use him as a left-handed specialist.
Sat, Sep 1, 2012 01:39:00 PM
Justin Wilson - R - Pirates

Pirates optioned LHP Justin Wilson to Triple-A Indianapolis.

The move was made on Tuesday. Wilson tossed a scoreless inning Monday in his major league debut and figures to return when rosters expand in September.
Wed, Aug 22, 2012 08:47:00 AM
Justin Wilson - R - Pirates

Pirates recalled LHP Justin Wilson from Triple-A Indianapolis.

Wilson earns his first call-up to the big leagues after posting a 3.84 ERA and 130 strikeouts over 131 1/3 innings this season at the Triple-A level. The 25-year-old southpaw has trouble throwing strikes at times (4.5 BB/9 over four minor league seasons), so there's some question about his future role. He'll pitch in the bullpen for now, though.
Mon, Aug 20, 2012 05:41:00 PM
Justin Wilson - R - Pirates

Pirates purchased the contract of LHP Justin Wilson from Triple-A Indianapolis.

Wilson, 24, posted a 4.13 ERA and 94/67 K/BB ratio over 124 1/3 innings this season with Triple-A Indianapolis. The southpaw was moved to the bullpen toward the end of the year, which could help him get to the big leagues faster.
Sat, Nov 19, 2011 01:18:00 AM
Justin Wilson - R - Pirates

Justin Wilson took a no-hitter into the seventh inning and finished with seven scoreless innings of one-hit ball, as of Triple-A Indianapolis defeated Durham 9-6.

The Pirates' 2008 fifth-round pick has steadily improved at each minor league level., and now owns a 2.36 ERA in seven Triple-A starts. The big league club has one of its best pitching staffs in years, with four out of five starters enjoying ERAs under 3.62. Their continued success could be the biggest factor in keeping Wilson from a mid-season call-up.
Source: MILB.com
Fri, May 13, 2011 02:58:00 AM

Depth Charts

Batters
PosRoleName
C1Russell Martin
2Michael McKenry
1B1Garrett Jones
2Gaby Sanchez
2B1Neil Walker
2Jordy Mercer
SS1Clint Barmes
3B1Pedro Alvarez
2Brandon Inge
LF1Starling Marte
2Alex Presley
CF1Andrew McCutchen
RF1Travis Snider
2Jose Tabata
Starting Pitcher
PosRoleName
S1A.J. Burnett
2Wandy Rodriguez
3James McDonald
4Francisco Liriano
5Gerrit Cole
6Jeff Locke
7Brandon Cumpton
8Charlie Morton
9Jeff Karstens
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Jason Grilli
2Mark Melancon
3Tony Watson
4Justin Wilson
5Vin Mazzaro
6Ryan Reid
7Bryan Morris