The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed left-handed reliever Tim Mayza to a major league contract, pending a physical. Mayza, who turns 33, formerly played for the Toronto Blue Jays, where he had notable success between 2021 and 2023 but struggled last year, leading to his designation for assignment. He later joined the New York Yankees, showing slight improvement, but ultimately was non-tendered, which made him a free agent. His signing indicates Pittsburgh’s interest in revitalizing his career after a challenging 2023 season.
The Pirates have agreed to a major league contract with lefty reliever Tim Mayza, pending a physical, indicating confidence in his potential rebound.
In his earlier seasons, Mayza averaged a strong 2.67 ERA and effectively limited left-handed batters to a .203 average, showcasing his capabilities.
After disappointing seasons led to his designation by the Blue Jays, Mayza showed signs of improvement with the Yankees, even if not at peak performance.
The Yankees decided against retaining Mayza, opting to non-tender him to avoid a projected $4MM salary, highlighting the financial risks involved.
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