Pirates' Jorge Rondon: Designated for assignment

Rondon was designated for assignment Friday, Stephen J. Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Juan Nicasio's return from the restricted list meant that the Pirates needed clear a spot in the bullpen, and Rondon was the casualty Friday. Rondon appeared in two games during his brief stint with the big league club, allowing one run over two innings against the Cubs before having a six-run meltdown against the Giants two days later. He'll now be placed on waivers and could rejoin the organization if he goes unclaimed.