Pirates claim left-handed pitcher Joey Wentz off waivers from Detroit

The Pittsburgh Pirates today claimed left-handed pitcher Joey Wentz off waivers from Detroit.

The 26-year-old Wentz went 0-2 with one save, a 5.37 ERA (55.1ip/33er) and 60 strikeouts in 38 appearances this season with the Tigers.

Wentz was scored upon once in his last seven appearances (10.1ip/4r) with the Tigers before being designated for assignment on August 30.

The Pirates will make a corresponding move on the 28-man active roster once Wentz joins the team later this week.

Pittsburgh’s 40-man roster is now full.