Francisco Liriano RUMORS & NEWS

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Francisco Liriano said he worked hard this offseason to perfect a tweak in his delivery. Manager Clint Hurdle said he has watched a lot of tape and still can't see a difference. The difference in the results, however, is undeniable. Liriano has been dominant this season and continued that..." May 23

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "Francisco Liriano made what could be his final rehabilitation start Sunday as he prepares to join the Pirates for the first time this weekend. Liriano started for Class AAA Indianapolis and threw 98 pitches in five innings, allowing four runs on seven hits. He gave up one home run, walked one and..." May 06

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "At this point, Pirates manager Clint Hurdle doesn't believe that Francisco Liriano's performance in his rehabilitation starts is important. What's important, Hurdle said, is that he continues to pitch. "I really don't care a whole lot right now," Hurdle said after Liriano allowed four runs on..." April 22

Bucs Dugout "Francisco Liriano says he broke his non-pitching arm when he was trying to surprise his kids at Christmas: Francisco Liriano said he broke his arm when he slammed it against a door, trying to startle his kids Christmas Day. #Pirates" February 11

Raise The Jolly Roger "We can finally forget all the drama and confusion that surrounded Francisco Liriano‘s status for the past month-plus…he’s officially a Pirate now. Liriano passed his physical and is on the roster (Vin Mazzaro was outrighted to AAA to clear a spot). His contract is unique due to his broken right..." February 10

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette "The Pirates made official their contract with left-hander Francisco Liriano late Friday night, ending more than a month of uncertainty. Liriano joined the Pirates on a one-year contract with a vesting option for 2014 after passing his physical earlier Friday. Liriano will make $1 million..." February 09