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Activated and optioned Mears (elbow) was activated off the 60-day injured list Saturday and optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis, Alex Stumpf of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Mears has been out all year after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow in early February. He's been pitching in the minors on a rehab assignment since late May, with a month-long disruption in the middle due to forearm tightness, and he'll remain in the minors for now.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Launching rehab assignment Mears (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment with Single-A Bradenton on Tuesday, Alex Stumpf of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Mears has been out since the beginning of the season while recovering from arthroscopic surgery on his right elbow, but he appears to be on the cusp of a return in the coming weeks. The 25-year-old produced a 5.01 ERA and 1.63 WHIP with 23 strikeouts over 23.1 innings in 30 appearances with Pittsburgh last season.

JULY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Close to playing catch Pirates director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk said Wednesday that the team envisions Mears (elbow) playing catch in the coming days, Justice delos Santos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Mears has been shut down for two weeks after he experienced right forearm tightness following a rehab start at Triple-A Indianapolis in June. However, the right-hander had his rehab transferred to the Pirates' alternate spring training facility in Florida and is close to resuming a throwing program. Once he's ultimately cleared to resume throwing, Mears will presumably need to build his workload back up following his shutdown.

JULY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet throwing Pirates director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk said Wednesday that Mears (elbow) hasn't yet resumed throwing, Justice delos Santos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Mears experienced right forearm tightness following a rehab start at Triple-A Indianapolis last Wednesday, and he's been shut down for a week. However, Tomczyk hopes that the right-hander will resume throwing off flat ground in the coming days. A better idea of Mears' return timetable is unlikely to be revealed until he resumes mound work.

JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Managing right forearm tightness Mears (elbow) is dealing with right forearm tightness following Wednesday's rehab start at Triple-A Indianapolis, Justice delos Santos of MLB.com reports.

Impact Mears has been recovering from right elbow surgery since mid-March and appeared to be closing in on a return from the injured list prior to Wednesday's outing, but it's concerning to see him dealing with a forearm issue. The Pirates haven't yet determined the next steps in his recovery process, but he'll likely be monitored in the coming days.

JUNE 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts rehab to Triple-A Mears (elbow) moved his rehab assignment to Triple-A Indianapolis on June 7 and has made five appearances for the affiliate, covering 4.1 innings while giving up three earned runs...

Impact Mears opened his 30-day rehab window at Single-A Bradenton on May 25, so the Pirates will either have to pull him off the assignment or activate him from the 60-day injured list during the upcoming week. Since the Pirates may not have a spot available for him in the big leagues once he's formally reinstated, Mears could end up being optioned to Indianapolis.

JUNE 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to begin rehab assignment Mears (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment at Single-A Bradenton on Wednesday, Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Impact Mears began the season on the 60-day injured list as he continues to recover from arthroscopic elbow surgery, and his rehab assignment will likely be the final step in his recovery process. The right-hander isn't eligible to be activated until early June, so he'll presumably make several appearances in the minors before rejoining the Pirates' bullpen.

MAY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should throw next week Mears (elbow) is expected to begin a throwing program next week, Alex Stumpf of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact The Pirates placed Mears on the 60-day injured list March 15, so the 25-year-old right-hander is still in line miss the first two months of the season while he recovers from arthroscopic elbow surgery. The fact that he's on track to start throwing soon will at least give him a chance to rejoin the Pirates once the 60-day window comes to an end.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shut down following elbow surgery The Pirates placed Mears on the 60-day injured list Tuesday while he continues to recover from arthroscopic surgery for his right elbow, Rob Biertempfel of The Athletic reports.

Impact Biertempfel relays that Mears had the procedure Feb. 9 for the purpose of cleaning up scar tissue in his right elbow. Since his surgery wasn't a reconstructive one, Mears should have a chance at being available to rejoin the Pirates in June once the 60-day window ends. The Pirates signed veteran reliever Heath Hembree to take Mears' spot on the 40-man roster and in Pittsburgh's bullpen.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up win Mears (1-0) allowed one hit in one-third of an inning of work en route to the win in Saturday's 8-6 victory over the Reds.

Impact Mears picked up the first decision of his career Saturday night, though he did concede an RBI double that tied the game before inducing a groundout from Nick Castellanos to end the frame. It's probably not how he dreamed of his first big-league win, but they all count.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Solid bullpen work Mears allowed one hit in two-thirds of an inning in Friday's 8-6 loss to Philadelphia. He struck out one batter.

Impact A wild pitch contributed to his third blown save with an inherited runner scoring, but Mears continues to show small signs of improvement -- he hasn't been scored on in 10 of his last 12 appearances. Manager Derek Shelton is using the 24-year-old and his 95.6 mph fastball in high leverage situations and he could pick up an additional hold or two over the season's final week as he builds a case for 2022.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mitch Keller, Nick Mears help Pirates buck some trends in 6-2 win over Reds CINCINNATI — Multiple times throughout Tuesday night’s 6-2 win over the Cincinnati Reds, the Pirates’ pitching staff was on the edge...

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • POST-GAZETTE.COM

Back with big club Mears was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis prior to Tuesday's game against Arizona.

Impact Mears will rejoin the Pirates after being optioned just two days prior. The right-hander has yet to appear in a big-league game despite this marking his fourth trip to the big leagues this season. He's posted a 5.30 ERA across 18.2 innings with Indianapolis.

JULY 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Optioned to Triple-A Mears was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis on Sunday.

Impact He was called up Friday but didn't enter a game this weekend. Mears has a 5.30 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 25:9 K:BB in 18.2 innings at Triple-A.

JULY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rob Biertempfel: Pirates recall RHP Nick Mears from Triple-A... - The Athletic Pirates recall RHP Nick Mears from Triple-A Indianapolis to take the place of LHP Sam Howard (oblique), who went on the injured list on Tues...

JULY 16, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Recalled by Pirates Mears was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis on Friday.

Impact Mears was sent down July 5, and he allowed no hits and a walk while striking out two in 2.2 scoreless innings at Triple-A Indianapolis. He still hasn't made his 2021 debut for the Pirates but will be available out of the bullpen going forward.

JULY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pirates farm report for July 7, 2021: Michael Burrows fans 10 in Greensboro win INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 27-28) was shut out for the second straight game, losing 2-0 to Columbus (Indians) in a game shortened to eight inni...

JULY 8, 2021 • TRIBLIVE.COM

Sent back down Mears was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis on Monday, Alex Stumpf of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Mears hasn't yet made his 2021 debut during a pair of brief stints with the major-league club, and he'll return to Triple-A Indianapolis after John Nogowski was added to the active roster Monday. The right-hander has made 15 relief appearances in Triple-A this year and has posted a 6.19 ERA and 1.50 WHIP across 16 innings.

JULY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rejoins big-league club Mears was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis on Sunday.

Impact The 24-year-old had a five-day stint in the majors in late May but didn't make his season debut during his time with the team. Mears has struggled at Triple-A this season with a 6.19 ERA, 1.50 WHIP and 23:8 K:BB over 16 innings.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rob Biertempfel: Pirates have optioned RHP Nick Mears to... - The Athletic Pirates have optioned RHP Nick Mears to Triple-A Indianapolis. This part hasn't been announced yet, but ... welcome back from the IL, Chad K...

MAY 31, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Optioned to Triple-A Mears has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis, Alex Stumpf of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

Impact Mears was recalled from Indianapolis on May 26, but ultimately never made an appearance for Pittsburgh. Chad Kuhl (shoulder), who is slated to start Monday's game against the Royals, will be activated to take his roster spot.

MAY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled by Pirates Mears was recalled by the Pirates on Wednesday.

Impact Mears began the 2021 campaign with Triple-A Indianapolis after he was sent down in mid-March. He made four relief appearances in the minors and allowed six runs on seven hits and four walks while striking out seven in 3.2 innings. Mears should serve mainly as a low-leverage reliever in the majors.

MAY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pittsburgh Pirates 2021 Prospect Preview: Reliever Nick Mears The Pittsburgh Pirates could soon build a very strong and young bullpen around right-handed reliever Nick Mears For many years the Pittsburg...

APRIL 25, 2021 • RUMBUNTER.COM

Camp stay ends The Pirates optioned Mears to minor-league camp Tuesday.

Impact The hard-throwing righty registered a 4.50 ERA in six spring games covering six innings. Mears walked five batters and hit another and will work on his control with Triple-A Indianapolis. The 24-year-old debuted in the majors last summer, compiling a 5.40 ERA with a 7:7 BB:K in five innings.

MARCH 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pirates A to Z: Former undrafted free agent Nick Mears made a rapid rise to the majors During the offseason, the Tribune-Review will offer Pirates A to Z, an alphabetical player-by-player look at the 40-man roster, from outfiel...

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • TRIBLIVE.COM

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