Carmen Mlodzinski's status with the Pittsburgh Pirates is in limbo after being placed on the Restricted List prior to the series finale against the Minnesota Twins on May 31. This decision came as Mlodzinski was unable to pitch effectively, resulting in his removal from the starting rotation. He had previously recorded a 4-3 record with a 3.76 ERA over 55 innings. The Pirates opted to insert Jared Jones back into the rotation, a move that frustrated Mlodzinski, who has aspirations of being a starter. However, general manager Ben Cherington remains optimistic about Mlodzinski's return, suggesting he could pitch during the upcoming series against the Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves. Mlodzinski has a solid track record as a relief pitcher, boasting a 2.63 ERA in 94 appearances. He needs to demonstrate his capabilities to secure his place in the team and potentially attract interest from other MLB teams. His future with the Pirates hinges on his performance in the coming weeks.