Looking ahead to 2018, the Pittsburgh Pirates need another left-handed pitcher in their bullpen. Currently the lone left-handed relievers in the bullpen are Felipe Rivero who Clint Hurdle insists on using in the fake closer position and Steven Brault.
While Brault has always had great numbers in the minor leagues, the results have not transferred to the Major Leagues. In 47 career Major League innings pitched Brault owns a 4.57 FIP and a 5.00 xFIP. So, counting on him for 2018 would be a dangerous gamble.
On Thursday evening, the St.