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Pirates Claim Jesus Liranzo

By Jeff Todd | April 5, 2018 at 1:40pm CDT

The Pirates have claimed righty Jesus Liranzo off waivers from the Dodgers, per a club announcement. He has been optioned to Double-A.

Liranzo, 23, has bounced around since being designated for assignment by the Orioles just before Opening Day. Clearly, his talent has attracted plenty of attention, though teams are wary of committing a 40-man spot to a player that isn’t ready to contribute at the MLB level.

Though he reputedly has a big arm, Liranzo has struggled to keep the ball in the zone, averaging 5.5 walks per nine in his five minor-league seasons. Liranzo pitched to a 4.85 ERA in 65 innings at Double-A last year, with 10.4 K/9 and 6.0 BB/9.

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  1. Robertowannabe

    5 years ago

    Jesus maybe needs to meet Jobu.

    Reply
  2. rusty2489

    5 years ago

    Another great move by the Pirates. World Series or just.

    Reply
    • ncap724

      5 years ago

      as if the 29 other teams do not pick up players on waivers

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    • TJECK109

      5 years ago

      Sad when an attempt at sarcasm can’t even be properly spelled or checked. Nice try Rusty.

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      Reply
    • 3rdStrikeLooking

      5 years ago

      Dont ever post again. Please.

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      • mcdusty31

        5 years ago

        You either, your contribution is lacking

        Reply
  3. 66TheNumberOfTheBest

    5 years ago

    Forget a 40 man spot, he might be able to get a 25 man spot if Santana and Smoker continue at their current levels of effectiveness.

    Reply
    • Mendoza Line 215

      5 years ago

      Elroy Face looked pretty good on opening day in Pittsburgh bowling out the first pitch.He looked like he gained a little weight but he was one heck of a relief pitcher,and,at 90, still may be able to do the job with extended spring training.

      Reply
  4. HubcapDiamondStarHalo

    5 years ago

    MLBTR lost a headline opportunity here…

    Jesus Is A Pirate

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  5. bencole

    5 years ago

    My app was slow to load and for a second it just said “Pirates Claim Jesus.” I was like “My, that’s an aggressive scouting department.”

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    • leefieux

      5 years ago

      Lol.

      Reply
  6. GoRav114

    5 years ago

    Kid can really throw. The Orioles just could not keep a spot open on the 40 for him while carrying 3 rule 5 guys. I’m sure they know he’s possibly yet another pitcher that they basically gave away that will be great for another team. At 23 I would expect he has a bright future. Has been rated as a top 20 Orioles prospect for couple seasons just needs to settle those control issues.

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    • jbigz12

      5 years ago

      2. Rule 5 guys. Why we gave up on him over ynoa escapes me.

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    • GareBear

      5 years ago

      To be fair, #20 for the O’s is like a participation trophy

      Reply
  7. brooksnumber5is1

    5 years ago

    No. He is right. There are 3 Rule 5 guys. Santander and those two pitching anchors-Cortes and Araujo. How many rule 5 guys really work out. Are they any better than Jesus and is it worth handcuffing the roster?

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