Dennis Santana has been designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates after the acquisition of relief pitcher Ron Marinaccio from the San Diego Padres, highlighting Santana’s ongoing struggles in the bullpen. This marks a peculiar recurrence, as Santana was previously designated for assignment by the New York Yankees to make room for Marinaccio in June 2024. The situation underscores Santana’s difficulties across two different organizations. The Pirates aim to address their bullpen issues with this roster change.
