PT TODAY: McCutchen makes his return, Cashner ready to replace Hahn?

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Pirates | Andrew McCutchen activated
Pittsburgh Pirates OF Andrew McCutchen (rib) was activated from the 15-day disabled list Tuesday, Aug. 19. He is batting third and playing center field Tuesday, against the Atlanta Braves. In a corresponding move, INF Michael Martínez was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis.  Source: MLB.com
 
BHQ take: McCutchen returns just 16 days after suffering the rib injury. He didn't go on a rehab assignment, so there could be some rust. Travis Snider stepped it up during McCutchen's absence, batting .356 (45 AB) despite a 0.36 Eye, with three HR,...

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