After winning a spot in the bullpen out of camp, Pirates pitcher Justin Wilson threw on opening day against the Cubs. The left-hander struck out two and did not give up a hit over 1 1/3 innings.

“It's nice to get out there and control the nerves a little bit by getting the first one out of the way,” the 25-year-old told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review Wednesday.

Wilson worked mainly as a starter during his time in the minors, going 9-6 with a 3.78 ERA in 29 appearances (25 starts) at Triple-A Indianapolis last season.

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