The Pirates designated right-hander Ramon Aguero for assignment to create 40-man roster space for Jose Veras, according to MLB.com's Jenifer Langosch. The Pirates had optioned Aguero to Double-A Altoona on March 14th.
Aguero posted a 6.14 ERA with 7.7 K/9 and 5.2 BB/9 in 29 1/3 innings at Class A and Double-A last year. The 26-year-old Dominican has a 4.14 ERA with 7.9 K/9 and 3.4 BB/9 in parts of five pro seasons.
goner
According to WTM’s site, Aguero was injured for part of last season, but his performance thereafter at AA wasn’t inspiring at all. I doubt any team will claim him.
goner
I stand corrected 😮
pirates20
What even compelled them to mark him on the 40 man roster to begin with? I’m sure his reign down at the farm was a rocky one with those shotty numbers.
formerdraftpick 2
Because he can throw over 100mph, but tires out in the bullpen sessions. By the time, he’s on the mound, he only throws about 85-88mph.