Worth noting

• Wandy Rodriguez threw long toss again Friday. Hurdle said the lefty gave him a big thumbs up as he walked by his office. Rodriguez has been on the disabled list with a left forearm strain since June 11.

• The Pirates didn't allow a home run in their five-game set against the Cardinals and haven't given up a long ball at home in seven straight games. They have surrendered just four in their last 25 home games.