The Pittsburgh Pirates recalled RHP Jameson Taillon, infielder Adam Frazier and LHP Steven Brault from Bristol and infielder Jason Rogers from Indianapolis on Friday.In addition, catcher Chris Stewart has been recalled from a rehab assignment and reinstated from the 15-day disabled list. Stewart has been sidelined since July 2 because of discomfort in his left knee.The Pirates increased their active roster to 30 players.

Taillon (hernia) will pitch Instructional League ball as he attempts to salvage an injury-plagued campaign.

Speaking on his Sunday radio show, GM Neal Huntington said that Taillon is recovering nicely from surgery. Huntington added that he's looking for a "normal" offseason from the righthander in which he reports to spring training healthy.

Taillon underwent surgery Wednesday to repair an inguinal hernia, Bill Brink of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

It sounds like everything went as expected, as the Pirates are sticking to the initial two-month estimated recovery timetable for Taillon. The second overall pick in the 2010 first-year player draft, he appeared close to returning to a full-season affiliate following 2014 Tommy John surgery before the groin injury popped up.

Taillon will miss two months due to an inguinal hernia, the Pittsburgh Tribune's Travis Sawchik reports.

He will undergo surgery next week to tend to the issue, and while it is not an arm injury, it is still pretty brutal news for a player who was working diligently to return from Tommy John surgery. Taillon has been surpassed by Tyler Glasnow as the Pirates' top pitching prospect, but what Taillon had going in his favor was that he figured to beat Glasnow to the big leagues, but that may no longer be a guarantee. It would be surprising now if Taillon pitched for the Pirates this season, although it seems like he should have a good chance of entering camp fully healthy in 2016.

Taillon (elbow) is set to receive a second opinion to address his ongoing battle lower-abdominal discomfort, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Taillon's recovery from Tommy John surgery remains the more pertinent issue for the Pirates, but the abdominal injury has presented an unexpected roadblock in the rehab process. With the team still not able to properly determine the extent of the injury, Taillon will consult with other medical professionals to get a better understanding of the situation. Assuming the setback doesn't prove to be too significant, Taillon should eventually start up his throwing program again and attempt to make his way back to Triple-A Indianapolis before season's end.

Taillon (elbow) experienced lower-abdomen discomfort during his last outing, and he will be held out of game activity until further notice, MLB.com's Adam Berry reports.

Taillon has been making good progress on his way back from Tommy John surgery, even reaching the mid-to-high 90s with his fastball in recent appearances at extended spring training. Although the recent injury is unrelated to his elbow, it further decreases the already-slim chances of Taillon making a significant impact at the big-league level this season.

Taillon (elbow) threw 74 pitches without issue in a five-inning start at extended spring training.

Taillon continues to make good progress in his recovery from Tommy John surgery, and it is entirely possible that he could be assigned to a minor league affiliate in the coming days. With a well-built pitch count, Taillon stands a good chance of being recalled by the Pirates sometime this summer, or perhaps in September, if they need to dip into the minor leagues for a starting pitcher.

Taillon (elbow) threw 61 pitches "without issue" during an extended spring training outing Saturday, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune reports.

Taillon appears to be on the verge of a rehab assignment, although a timeline for that has yet to be laid out. Even if the recovery goes exactly as planned, the right-hander is unlikely to see much time in the majors in 2015.

Taillon's fastball sat in the mid 90s and touched 97 mph in an extended spring training game against Philadelphia on Thursday, Stephen Nesbitt of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

Taillon continues to work his way back from Tommy John surgery. At some point the organization will place him with a minor-league team. It's possible -- though a longshot -- that he'll pitch in Pittsburgh in 2015. His innings and pitch count will both be closely monitored, wherever he ends up.

Taillon (elbow) three a two-inning simulated game Saturday, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune reports.

Taillon continues to make progress with his recovery from Tommy John surgery, with this being one of his most significant steps. An early-June return to the rotation at Triple-A Indianapolis remains realistic at this point.

GM Neal Huntington said Sunday that Taillon (elbow) is "making progress" in his recovery from Tommy John surgery, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports. "We look forward to getting him against an opposition uniform sooner than later," Huntington said.

Huntington didn't delve into the specifics regarding when exactly Taillon might face hitters, so his return timetable still remains shrouded in mystery. Considering that Taillon is just over a year removed from the elbow procedure, it's hard to envision him reclaiming his spot in the Triple-A Indianapolis rotation until June at the earliest.

The Pirates sent Taillon (elbow) to minor league camp Thursday, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Taillon is expected to begin the season in extended spring training as he rehabs from Tommy John surgery. He threw another bullpen session Tuesday and will throw live batting practice Friday. "We'll see how I respond to that on Saturday that's a big part of it," Taillon said. "I've been feeling good, feeling strong."

Taillon (elbow) will throw his second live batting practice Friday, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune reports.

Taillon is scheduled to pitch in extended spring training in April, at which point he will be nearly a full year removed from Tommy John surgery. He's expected to progress to curve balls in due time, but for now, they're playing it safe with primarily fastballs. Look for Taillon to make a bid for a bullpen or rotation spot early in the second half, provided he remains free of setbacks.

Taillon faced live batters Friday for the first time since his Tommy John surgery. "Felt clean, felt strong," Taillon said of his outing. "We're holding the curveball back. We want to ease into it," the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Taillon could crack Pittsburgh's rotation or bullpen later in the second half of 2015. He'll throw another live bullpen Tuesday. He's slated to start the season with High-A Bradenton as he eases his way back on the mound.

Taillon (elbow) is hoping to pitch in an actual game April 9, a year and a day after his Tommy John surgery. the Pirates' Web site reports.

He hasn't suffered any setbacks during his recovery. "It feels really good," Taillon said of his elbow. "My delivery's in a good place. Feeling strong. Feels healthy. I'm not really thinking about it, so that's a positive." The righty is expected to throw live batting practice Friday.

Taillon (elbow) is expected to throw his first live batting practice session since undergoing Tommy John Surgery next Friday, the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

The first-round pick threw Friday and will throw another bullpen session before facing live batters late next week. Taillon, who expects to see his first game action during extended spring training, has an outside shot of pitching for the Pirates in 2015, though the team will likely limit his innings.

Taillon (elbow) will throw bullpens for two more weeks before progressing to live batting practice, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Bill Brink reports.

It seems that everything is going according to plan in Taillon's recovery from Tommy John surgery. He will likely start the year rehabbing in the minor leagues, but the Pirates will work to gradually build him up to the point that he could debut for the Pirates midway through the season.

Taillon (elbow) will resume throwing off a mound next week, Rob Biertempfel of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Taillon still has a way to go in his recovery from Tommy John surgery, but he will take a big step when he gets back on a mound. Expect him to be assigned to Triple-A Indianapolis when the Pirates determine he is ready for game action -- likely sometime during the summer.

Taillon (elbow) is not expected back until late in the second half of 2015, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

The Pirates are expected to be ultra conservative with Taillon, who underwent Tommy John surgery in April. His recovery continues to progress well -- he's throwing from 120 feet and pitching off flat ground -- but GM Neal Huntington has repeatedly stated that the organization is more concerned with his long-term future than rushing him back for 2015.