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Joe was a much needed addition to our club in spring training, not just trying to bring stability to the bullpen from the left side. But to also to help some young men to grow up in some areas, when they\u2019re not pitching, in the clubhouse, trying to prepare, how to perform. He had some intangible qualities to him that we\u2019re very valuable to us.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>In 35 games with the Bucs this season, Beimel went 1-1 with a 5.33 ERA.<\/p>\n<p>Photo credit: Yahoo! Sports<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Pittsburgh Pirates announced on Tuesday that they have granted left-handed pitcher Joe Beimel his unconditional release. Beimel, 34, was designated for assignment on August 23rd to make room for right-hander Ross Ohlendorf on the active roster. 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