Pirates claim Lewin Diaz, DFA Hoy Park

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 at-bats spanning 58 games during the 2022 season. Diaz’s overall numbers combine to total 10 doubles, 13 home runs, 57 RBI, and a lifetime .181 batting average. His best season was 2021,…