CINCINNATI — Today, Dr. James Andrews performed arthroscopic surgery to repair the labrum in Jose Ascanio’s right shoulder. General manager Neal Huntington said there is no timetable for when Ascanio will get back on the mound or if he will be ready for the start of spring training.
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Bio: Rob Biertempfel is the Pirates beat writer. He can be reached at rbiertempfel@tribweb.com or 412-320-7811. Professional background: Biertempfel is beginning his first season as the Pirates beat writer. He joined the Trib in 1994 and covered Division I college football – Penn State/Big Ten for 11 seasons and Pitt/Big East for one season. He has helped with the Trib’s coverage of the Pirates since ’94. Personal background: Biertempfel is a native of Shaler Township and a Penn State graduate. He’s been a baseball fan for as long as he can remember. Unfortunately, his two kids have never experienced a winning season with the Pirates and are rapidly becoming bigger hockey fans than baseball fans.
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