CSN Chicago · Feb 1, 2020
Former Cubs pitcher Derek Holland signs with Pirates
David Kaplan says the Cubs are overrated after loss to Harper, PhilliesIf it wasn't clear already, left-hander Derek Holland won't be back with the Cubs in 2020.
Friday, Rob Biertempfel from The Athletic reported Holland has signed a minor league deal with the Pirates. It includes an invite to spring training, which the Pirates later confirmed.
Industry source confirms that LHP Derek Holland has signed a minor league contract with the #Pirates. He'll get an invite to spring training. He can opt out if not on opening-day roster.
Holland made 51 relief outings last year for Cubs & Giants: 6.08 ERA, 1.51 WHIP, 8.8 K/9