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NL Notes: Problems in Pittsburgh

By Scott Engel
ESPN Fantasy Games

Tuesday, February 28, 2006

For the hardcore Pittsburgh sports fan, the euphoria of the Steelers' Super Bowl XL victory has quickly given way to the grim reality of the Pirates' upcoming campaign. Fresh off a 67-95 season and projected to be the dregs of the National League Central again, Pittsburgh has already taken a major hit to its shaky pitching staff. Kip Wells, who was expected to be the No. 2 starter, has a blood clot near his right arm that might require surgery. Wells could miss five to eight months, and Pittsbu ...

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