Akil Baddoo Claimed Off Waivers by Pirates Following Brewers Stint

The Pittsburgh Pirates have claimed 28-year-old infielder Akil Baddoo off waivers from the Milwaukee Brewers organization. Originally a 2016 draft pick by Minnesota and a Rule 5 pick by Detroit, Baddoo spent five seasons with the Tigers, posting a .224 batting average with 28 home runs and 104 RBIs. Baddoo expressed excitement for a fresh start with Pittsburgh, bringing veteran depth to the organization for the upcoming season.