Pirates Select Khristian Curtis
MLB Trade Rumors • • sports
Key Points:
- The Pittsburgh Pirates have added right-hander Khristian Curtis to their 40-man roster and active roster ahead of a doubleheader against the Guardians, with Oneil Cruz moving to the 60-day injured list to make room.
- Curtis, a 24-year-old 12th-round pick from 2023, will make his MLB debut soon; he is considered a top prospect with a mid-90s fastball and a strong strikeout rate but struggles with control.
- Curtis has primarily been a starter in the minors but may be used in a long relief role with the Pirates, who need pitching depth during a demanding stretch of games before the July 23 off-day and the August 3 trade deadline.
- Right-hander Wilber Dotel was also activated from the 15-day injured list and will serve as the 27th man for the doubleheader, though his recent MLB performance has been inconsistent.
- Oneil Cruz’s move to the 60-day IL confirms he will miss significant time recovering from hand fractures, meaning the Pirates will be without one of their key offensive players through at least early August.
