Pirates sent INF-OF Drew Sutton outright to Triple-A Indianapolis. Sutton passed through waivers unclaimed after being designated for assignment last week. The 29-year-old switch-hitter is batting .254/.292/.393 over 130 plate appearances in the big leagues (between the Pirates and Rays) this season.

Drew Sutton walked off the Pirates Tuesday with a solo blast in the bottom of the ninth against the Astros' Wesley Wright. Sutton also had a couple singles and scored a run earlier in the game. He's been a pleasant surprise since being re-acquired by the Pirates last month, batting .407 with a homer and four RBI over eight games. He should continue to see regular time in right field with Jose Tabata in the minors and makes for a worthwhile NL-only play.

Pirates acquired INF-OF Drew Sutton from the Braves for cash considerations; assigned him to Triple-A Indianapolis. Sutton, who signed a minor league deal with Atlanta in November, flashed potential last year with the Red Sox, batting .315/.362/.444 in 60 plate appearances. The 29-year-old journeyman hit .270/.374/.372 in 38 games at Triple-A Gwinnett this year. He'll likely serve as a backup infielder in Indy.

Braves signed INF-OF Drew Sutton to a minor league contract. Sutton flashed potential this year with the Red Sox, batting .315/.362/.444 in 60 plate appearances. The 28-year-old journeyman will try to claim a bench spot with the Braves in spring training.

Red Sox sent INF-OF Drew Sutton outright to Triple-A Pawtucket. Sutton was designated for assignment earlier this week by the Sox and has cleared waivers and remains in the organization. He could possibly be back up later this month if Boston decides they need an extra body.

Red Sox designated INF-OF Drew Sutton for assignment. Sutton, 28, batted .315/.362/.444 with seven doubles and seven RBI in 60 plate appearances for the Red Sox this season. He's likely to wind up back in the organization.

Red Sox optioned INF/OF Drew Sutton to Triple-A Pawtucket. He was sent down to make room for the newly-acquired Erik Bedard on the active roster. Sutton, 28, is batting .318/.362/.444 with seven doubles and seven RBI over 60 plate appearances with the Red Sox this season. He should be back when rosters expand in September, if not sooner.

Red Sox recalled INF/OF Drew Sutton from Triple-A Pawtucket. He'll replace the injured J.D. Drew on the active roster. Sutton, 28, .298/.340/.447 over 51 plate appearances with the Red Sox this season and should continue to be a useful bench player for Terry Francona.

Red Sox recalled INF-OF Drew Sutton from Triple-A Pawtucket. It will be Sutton's second stint up with the big club. He'll provide some depth on the infield while Jed Lowrie (shoulder) is sidelined.