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Pittsburgh, PA – The Pittsburgh Pirates placed catcher Michael McKenry on the 15-day disabled list prior to Monday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals.
McKenry, who is dealing with a left knee sprain, is hitting .217 with three homers and 14 RBI in 41 games this season.
To take McKenry's place on the 25-man active roster, the Pirates intend to recall outfielder Alex Presley from Triple-A Indianapolis.
Presley hit .293 with two homers in 17 games with Pittsburgh earlier this year.
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