Pirates claim Lewin Diaz, DFA Hoy Park
Diaz combined to hit 39 home runs in the minors over the past two seasons The Pittsburgh Pirates have claimed first baseman Lewin Diaz off waivers from the Miami Marlins, the team announced Tuesday night. In a corresponding move, Pittsburgh designated utilityman Hoy Park for assignment. Diaz, 26, played parts of the past three seasons in Miami following his August 2020 debut. A lefty batter who also throws with his left, Diaz contributed a -0.5 WAR to the Marlins by slashing .169/.224/.288 and a collective .512 OPS. He hit four doubles, five home runs, and drove in 11 in 160…
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