Mark Melancon is the Pirates' closer this season, but he's still waiting for something to close.
The Pirates are 2-4 to start the season, and the two wins have been by four and eight runs, respectively. That's limited Melancon's opportunities.
He's appeared twice, entering a tie game on the road to pitch a scoreless tenth inning, and pitching a scoreless ninth to finish off one of the lopside Pirate wins.
Melancon has allowed one hit and no walks in two innings, while striking out two.