Pirates GM Huntington: Dealing Hanrahan A ‘Challenging Decision’

PITTSBURGH (93-7 The Fan) — Pittsburgh Pirates General Manager Neal Huntington joins Sportsradio 93-7 The Fan’s Vinnie Richichi and explains the reasons for dealing closer Joel Hanrahan to the Boston Red Sox.

Neal admits that trades like these are part of the challenge of being a small-market team, and he previews the new players coming in from Boston.

Neal also looks at how the move effects the bullpen, his confidence in Jason Grilli, and what moves could be next on the horizon.