Crick (shoulder) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Crick has been sidelined since the end of July while recovering from a right shoulder strain, but he'll rejoin the Pirates' bullpen. Keone Kela (forearm) is still on the injured list, so Crick could see some save opportunities while he's sidelined.

Crick (shoulder) threw a live batting practice session Wednesday in Chicago and the early response is positive, Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

He is traveling with the team, so it seems like he could be activated any day now. Keone Kela (forearm) hasn't thrown since Friday of last week, so the closing duties seem to be up for grabs at the moment.

Crick (shoulder) will throw a live batting practice Monday and accompany the team on its upcoming road trip, general manager Ben Cherington told 93.7 The Fan in Pittsburgh on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Speaking on his weekly radio show, Cherington said that the team medical staff will see how Crick feels Tuesday after his Monday session. If the right-hander reports no problems then he could be activated as soon as Wednesday,

Crick (shoulder) threw live batting practice, Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

This is a step in the right direction for Crick, who has been sidelined all month with a strained right shoulder. The right-hander is scheduled to throw another live BP session later in the week before being reassessed.

Crick (shoulder) completed a bullpen session Tuesday without suffering any setbacks, DK Pittsburgh Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manager Derek Shelton said the session "went well" but offered no guidance as to a possible return. Crick struggled in his only two outings of 2020, allowing three hits, one walk and four unearned runs in one inning. Depending on how well he looks when he returns, he could slot back into a high leverage reliever given the team's lack of alternatives.

Crick (shoulder) was cleared to resume a throwing program Wednesday, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Assuming he steers clear of any setbacks with his strained right shoulder/lat during his throwing program, Crick will likely need at least a week to ramp up before the Pirates consider activating him from the 10-day injured list. Crick is expected to fill a key late-inning role for the Pirates once he's healthy again, but he may not get a look in save situations if Keone Kela (COVID-19) beats him back from the IL.

Crick (shoulder) is feeling better and "doing work" at PNC Park, general manager Ben Cherington told 93.7 The Fan in Pittsburgh on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Despite the encouraging news, the team doesn't have clarity on when he might return to pitch. With the emergence of Nick Burdi and the improving health of Keone Kela, Crick will likely move back into an eighth-inning role whenever he's activated.

Crick was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a right shoulder strain, Adam Berry of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Crick's velocity was down to begin the season, and the injury designation could help provide a reason why. In two appearances to begin the season, the right-hander allowed four unearned runs on three hits and one walk while striking out two over one inning. However, he'll be sidelined at least 10 days as he deals with the issue in his throwing shoulder. Geoff Hartlieb and Miguel Del Pozo were both recalled in corresponding moves.

Crick gave up one run on two hits Wednesday against the Indians. He struck out three batters, Alex Stumpf of DK Pittsburgh Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

His velocity remains down. According to Stumpf, Crick's fastball averaged just 91 mph. The reliever, who surrendered a homer to Jose Ramirez, has done little to secure his spot as closer with Keone Kela (illness) sidelined. Manager Derek Shelton may simply decide to mix and match his high-leverage opportunities, depending on who's throwing well. Crick, Nick Burdi, Michael Feliz and Richard Rodriguez are all candidates for save opportunities in Kela's stead.

Crick surrendered four earned runs on two hits and two walks while recording one out in Saturday's 5-3 loss to Cleveland.

EDGE Analysis

Manager Derek Shelton tapped him to come into the game in the eighth inning instead of the ninth to protect a three-run lead. The righty had trouble throwing strikes and the velocity of his fastball was down a couple ticks. He's still the likely favorite to record saves in Keone Kela's absence, but Nick Burdi, who pitched the ninth, is gaining traction. Richard Rodriguez, who didn't pitch Saturday, is yet another option.