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Pirates recall top OF prospect Tabata

Published Jun. 9, 2010 4:33 p.m. ET

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The Pittsburgh Pirates have recalled their top outfield prospect, Jose Tabata, after he batted .308 with three home runs and 25 stolen bases at Triple-A Indianapolis.

The team's top pitching prospect, right-hander Brad Lincoln, was called up from Triple-A following Tuesday night's game in Washington and will start Wednesday night against the Nationals.

Second baseman Neil Walker has become a starter since his May 25 recall, meaning three of Pittsburgh's top four prospects have been brought up since the season began. Third baseman Pedro Alvarez, the No. 2 pick in the 2008 draft, remains at Indianapolis.

First baseman Jeff Clement was optioned to Indianapolis to make room for Tabata.

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