 In August, the team acquired veteran journeyman Jason Grilli from the Philadelphia Phillies.Grilli made a quick impression, pitching well in high leverage situations and earned manager Clint Hurdle's trust, prompting him to become the team's setup man next year.The Pirates were more aggressive in the offseason, signing veteran players such as Rod Barajas, Clint Barmes, and starting pitcher Érik Bédard.