Starter James McDonald (0-2, 9.16) was roughed up in the Pirates 11-6 loss to the Twins on Thursday afternoon. McDonald allowed 7 hits, 10 earned runs and walked 7 in just 3 2/3 innings pitched. McDonald who has struggled this spring, has been hit hard in two of his last three starts. On March 14th against the Orioles, McDonald gave up 5 runs in three innings pitched.

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