The Pirates are claiming first baseman/nook outfielder Trey Cabbage from the Astros, experiences Ari Alexander of KPRC 2 (X hyperlink). Neither group has formally introduced the transfer.
Houston had not beforehand designated Cabbage for project. They evidently positioned him on waivers in latest days to take him off the 40-man roster. He would’ve certified for minor league free company had he gone unclaimed, however Pittsburgh noticed sufficient to provide him a 40-man spot.
Cabbage, 27, has performed in 67 large league contests over the past two years. He made 22 appearances for the Angels two seasons in the past and acquired into 45 contests with Houston this yr. He hasn’t finished a lot offensively, limping to a .209/.245/.331 slash line whereas placing out 60 instances in 147 plate appearances (a 40.8% price). The swing-and-miss is nothing new, as Cabbage has fanned in additional than 30% of his Triple-A plate appearances. He has proven large energy and shocking athleticism in his minor league profession, although, together with a 30-30 exhibiting within the Halos’ system again in 2023.
Pittsburgh hasn’t been capable of finding a solution at first base in latest seasons. Cabbage isn’t a long-term answer, however he’s a depth flier who nonetheless has a minor league choice remaining. If the Bucs carry him on the 40-man all winter, they’ll preserve him in Triple-A for an additional season.
