When the Pirates announced they were picking up recent Cleveland Guardians DFA infielder Yu Chang, there were the usual complaints about bottom-feeding and picking up terrible players to make the ones already present look good. However, many knew that with Chang’s arrival, someone was going to go.
I was amazed that I didn’t hear cries of joy echo around the Burgh when this popped up on Twitter:
We have acquired INF Yu Chang from the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for cash considerations.
To make room for Chang on the 40-man roster, INF Cole Tucker has been designated for assignment.