"After spending the better part of a month in the minor leagues to right whatever went wrong this season, Pedro Alvarez is back in Pittsburgh.

The Pirates recalled Alvarez -- one of six roster additions Tuesday -- a day after Class AAA Indianapolis' season finale. Alvarez hit .145 in 17 games with Indianapolis after being optioned there Aug. 16.

"Very happy to be back and get another opportunity to get some chances to play up here," Alvarez said.

After struggling with the Pirates, he worked on developing a consistent approach at the plate. He was in the starting lineup Tuesday, hitting No. 7."