Pirates, Reds Swap Tyler Callihan For Kyle Nicolas
MLB Trade Rumors • • general
Key Points:
- The Pirates traded relief pitcher Kyle Nicolas to the Reds in exchange for left fielder/second baseman Tyler Callihan, with no roster moves needed as both are on the 40-man roster.
- Nicolas, 27, has more MLB experience as a hard-throwing reliever with control issues, posting a 4.68 ERA over 98 MLB innings, and remains a depth piece with potential if he improves command.
- Callihan, 25, is a promising hitter with below-average defense who suffered a season-ending arm injury early in his rookie campaign but has shown offensive upside in the minors, hitting .303/.410/.528 in Triple-A before his injury.
- The Reds gain bullpen depth with Nicolas, who can
