The Pittsburgh Pirates have designated infielder Alika Williams for assignment, following the official signing of a left-handed pitcher. Williams, who was acquired from the Rays in 2023, struggled in his major league appearances with a poor batting average. Despite better minor league performance, his lack of MLB impact and a crowded roster of middle infielders led to this decision. The Pirates now have a week to determine Williams's future, exploring trade or waiver options, as he still holds potential for teams seeking infield depth.
Alika Williams has been designated for assignment by the Pirates, a move highlighting roster congestion in the middle infield after a year and a half with the team.
The Pirates' decision to DFA Williams comes amid competition in the infield, as they possess several strong middle infield candidates on the 40-man roster.
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