Aug 12, 2021; Anaheim, California, USA; Toronto Blue Jays relief pitcher Connor Overton (44) works the mound in the eighth inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
The Pittsburgh Pirates have claimed right-handed pitcher Connor Overton off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays.
The Pittsburgh Pirates pitching staff has struggled this season. They have the third worst team ERA at 5.13 and rank 25th in strikeout percentage at 21.5 percent. They’ve dealt with some injuries to pitchers but overall as a unit have struggled. As a result, the club claimed right handed pitcher Connor Overton off waivers from the Toronto Blue Jays today per Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post Gazette:
Pirates claimed RHP Connor Overton off waivers from TOR and have optioned him to Class AAA.