The MLB hot stove is about to warm up for the offseason with the first round of roster moves in full effect.
The Pittsburgh Pirates released utilityman Phillip Evans Tuesday, the team announced on social media. The Bucs also parted ways with right-handed pitcher Tanner Anderson and catcher Taylor Davis.
ROSTER MOVES: We have released RHP Tanner Anderson, catcher Taylor Davis and INF/OF Phillip Evans from the 40-man roster.
Our 40-man roster now stands at 37 players.— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) November 17, 2021Anderson and Evans were listed as released on October 5 according to the Pirates MLB Transactions page, but now depart the organization with little to show for.