Sadler makes long-awaited return to Majors

CLEVELAND -- Casey Sadler worked his way back from Tommy John surgery, moved in and out of the bullpen and stayed ready during the three years and three months since he last pitched in a big league game for the Pirates.

Sadler finally returned to the Majors on Monday, when the Pirates selected his contract and called him up from Triple-A Indianapolis to join their bullpen at Progressive Field. Pittsburgh optioned infielder Max Moroff to Triple-A and designated left-hander Josh Smoker for assignment to make room for Sadler on the 40-man roster.

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Sadler, 28, was 5-5 with a 3.46 ERA in 67 2/3 innings over 24 appearances (seven starts) for Indianapolis this season. His last…