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Pittsburgh Pirates: What They’re Getting In Michael Perez

Oct 7, 2020; San Diego, California, USA; Tampa Bay Rays catcher Michael Perez (7) makes a catch for an out against the New York Yankees in the ninth inning during game three of the 2020 ALDS at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Orlando Ramirez-USA TODAY Sports

Taking a deep look at what the Pittsburgh Pirates are getting in new catcher Michael Perez, who the team claimed off waivers on Friday.

Friday afternoon, the Pittsburgh Pirates added a catcher to their 40-man roster. The team claimed left-handed swining Michael Perez off waivers after he was designated for assignment by the Tampa Bay Rays.