What happened: Tsukanome signed with Seattle before the season and returned to Tacoma on loan. The 25-year-old scored five goals in 10 appearances there this year.
Why it matters: Pittsburgh adds a proven scorer after falling to 7-7-2 with a 1-0 loss Saturday. The move gives Tsukanome USL Championship minutes during the final year of his contract.
By the numbers: Tsukanome averaged 0.50 goals per appearance for Tacoma this season. He has 30 goals and eight assists across 70 appearances for the club.
What to watch: Pittsburgh hosts FC Tulsa at 7 p.m. Wednesday, when Tsukanome can make his debut.