September 28, 2008 The AP reports that Ross Ohlendorf was pulled with runners on first and second with two outs in the fifth and the Pirates leading 2-1, making him ineligible for the victory. He allowed one run and five hits.
September 21, 2008 Ross Ohlendorf was pounded by the Astros for 10 hits and four runs in just five innings against the Astros. With the loss, he fell to 0-3 with the Pirates.
September 5, 2008 Pitching coach Jeff Andrews was impressed with Ross Ohlendorf's performance in his first major league start Wednesday against Cincinnati, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Andrews said, "I thought he did really well. He used his strength, which is his fastball. He made them speed up their bats. He attacked inside on both sides of the plate. He used his breaking ball ahead on the count well. He knew where to go with the breaking ball. His changeup is very usable."
September 3, 2008 Ross Ohlendorf will make his first career start tonight against Cincinnati, and is auditioning for a spot in the rotation for 2009, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Manager John Russell said, "He's aggressive, throws strikes and he's strong. In the late innings, he's still throwing 95 mph and getting close to 98, 99 when he needs it. He's got some pitches and that can be exciting. I'm looking forward to seeing him."
September 2, 2008 Ross Ohlendorf has been recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis and is slated to make his first start with the Pirates Wednesday against the Reds, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
