Josh Fogg was dropped from the Pirates' rotation after nearly four seasons to give more starts to rookie Paul Maholm and the previously injured Oliver Perez down the stretch. Fogg (6-10, 4.97 ERA) learned of the decision hours after losing to the Cubs 7-3 Friday night, giving up four runs and eight hits in 5 1-3 innings. Because of the move, the 28-year-old Fogg is certain the Pirates will trade him during the offseason. "I feel like it's pretty much written in stone now," Fogg said. "I don't know what they're thinking, but from the signs I'm getting, I don't feel like I'm in the plans for the future. It's unfortunate, I enjoy the organization and I've had a good time here but, right now, it doesn't look good."