Royals trade pitcher Joe Blanton to Pirates for cash
The Royals have traded veteran pitcher Joe Blanton to the Pittsburgh Pirates for cash considerations.
The Royals designated Blanton for assignment on Tuesday to make room on the 40-man roster for Johnny Cueto.
A year removed from retirement, Blanton went 2-2 for Kansas City with a 3.89 ERA in 15 games. He picked up two saves in relief.
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This story was originally published July 29, 2015 at 11:49 PM with the headline "Royals trade pitcher Joe Blanton to Pirates for cash."