The Pittsburgh Pirates have been able to move a lot of relief pitchers this offseason. It all started back in November when they claimed Brady Dragmire, designated him for assignment, claimed him again, and then promptly cut him again. This is part of every team’s offseason, as teams are always looking to improve. Specifically, it happens most with relief pitchers.
Well, the Pittsburgh Pirates had to designate two relief pitchers for assignment recently, and both have been claimed. First came Lisalverto Bonilla, who ironically was cut for another relief pitcher who was is DFA limbo. The Pittsburgh Pirates picked up reliever Pat Light as the corresponding transaction in a waiver trade with the Twins.