He had not pitched since 1994 because of shoulder problems.

But he's really learned how to pitch since the injury.

Key has not pitched more than 216 2/3 innings since 1987.

Until Friday, he had not pitched since the team's last victory, which came one week ago today.

Brown has not pitched since June 15 because of a strained lower back.

He pitched consecutive complete games for the first time since 1983.

The man hadn't pitched since the end of last year.

Ryan, with a bad back, hasn't pitched since May 17.

His 155 and two-thirds innings were the most he pitched since the 2003 season.

After all, he's 38 years old and hadn't pitched competitively since 1973.