Mon 6/15/15 11:45 AM

Bastardo recorded his second win in as many days Sunday, allowing one hit in a scoreless inning against the Phillies. A long homestand and extensive bullpen use forced Pittsburgh to go with Bastardo and he has responded. For the first time in a Pirates uniform, Bastardo has looked comfortable. He's given up one earned run in his last six outings, a span of 5.2 innings. The lefty still slots behind several other bullpen options, but he's beginning to pitch like he has in past seasons.