The Pirates are getting serious about their playoff push, acquiring lefty Wandy Rodriguez in a trade Tuesday night with the Astros, according to an ESPN.com report.
The Pirates will get up to $17.7M in the deal to offset what could amount to over $30M in salary for Rodriguez.
They are sending Triple-A All-Star Rudy Owens and Colton Cain, both left-handers, and outfielder Robbie Grossman to Houston.
Pirates Deal For Wandy Rodriguez