Kevin Thompson

44-Year-Old OutfielderOF
 Free Agent  
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$Claimed off waivers by Pittsburgh in October of 2007.
OFFree Agent  
June 25, 2008
Thompson (hand) has been given his unconditional release from Triple-A Indianapolis, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.
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Thompson had season-ending hand surgery on Tuesday.
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Thompson spent 2007 in both the Yankee and A's organizations but was picked up off waivers by the Pirates in mid October. It could be a pretty good spot for him, as his speed will be better used in the National League. Regular playing time could result in 30 steals.
As a .275 career hitter in the minors with 40-steal speed, Thompson seems destined to land in the National League as a fourth outfielder who can be utilized as a late-inning defensive replacement and pinch runner. Unfortunately for Thompson, he's in the Yankees organization, where outfield opportunities are typically reserved for high-priced free agents with much more power and prestige. He'll likely spend the 2007 season at Triple-A.
Thompson is a little on the old side for a prospect at 26, but the 2005 Eastern League All-Star has great speed, surprising power and an excellent batting eye. He struggled at the plate after being promoted to Triple-A, so he needs some more seasoning. Still, there's a decent chance he could end up as a reserve outfielder in the Bronx in 2006. Anyone with that kind of speed is worth keeping an eye on.
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OFPittsburgh Pirates  
May 8, 2008
Thompson missed out on a callup because he has recently developed minor wrist soreness, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
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OFPittsburgh Pirates  
March 25, 2008
The Pirates assigned Thompson to Triple-A Indianapolis on Tuesday.
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OFPittsburgh Pirates  
October 15, 2007
The Pirates claimed Thompson off waivers from Oakland on Monday.
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OFOakland Athletics  
September 10, 2007
Thompson started in center field and hit leadoff on Sunday, two days after being claimed off waivers from the Yankees.
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OFOakland Athletics  
September 7, 2007
Thompson was claimed off waivers by Oakland Friday, the Associated Press reports.
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