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Pirates announce Garcia signing, designate Wilson for assignment

The Pirates officially announced the signing of left-handed reliever Jarlín García Wednesday and designated right-hander Bryse Wilson for assignment to clear a spot on the 40 man roster.

García, recorded a 3.74 ERA, 56 strikeouts and a 1.20 WHIP over 65 innings for the Giants last season.

He is under contract for $2.5 million for 2023, and his deal with comes with a 2024 club option for $3.25 million. The deal was agreed upon in principle during the Winter Meetings earlier this month.

Wilson went 3-9 with a 5.52 ERA and -1.