For the most part, the 2017 Pirate bullpen is set. Tony Watson, Felipe Rivero, Juan Nicasio, Antonio Bastardo, and A.J. Schugel give the Bucs a good bullpen core for 2017. However, the Bucs still need to add a bullpen arm or two.
One possible bullpen fit is left-handed pitcher Travis Wood. Wood could play multiple roles out of the Pirates’ bullpen in 2017. Travis Wood has the capability to pitch in long relief, as well as pitching in one inning scenarios.
The 29-year old Wood has spent his entire career in the National League Central.