Justin Wilson News: Wilson threw 1.1 scoreless innings Thursday, walking two while striking out one.

Wilson threw 1.1 scoreless innings Thursday, walking two while striking out one.

Pirates manager Clint Hurdle commended Wilson's early-season work after the game, suggesting his role figures to grow throughout the year -- right now he's a middle reliever. The hard-throwing lefty was a starter for most of his minor-league career, but at this point the team needs him in the bullpen.