Pirates signed OF Nelson Velázquez to a minor league contract.

A classic change of scenery candidate, Velázquez was a notable prospect just a couple years ago. He failed to carve out an everyday role in Kansas City, batting .212/.286/.433 with 31 homers and seven steals in 194 games at the major-league level since 2022. Still only 26 years old, he represents a worthwhile dice roll for the rebuilding Pirates as a no-risk lottery ticket.