7 years agoAfter being curiously designated for assignment by the Tampa Bay Rays over the weekend, outfielder Corey Dickerson has found a new home. The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired Dickerson on Tuesday in exchange for reliever Daniel Hudson and infield prospect Tristan Gray. What was supposed to be an interesting position battle for the Pirates is no more, as Dickerson should immediately step into the left field role, relegating Adam Frazier to a utility role unless second baseman Josh Harrison is traded. Dickerson was the starting designated hitter for the American League in the 2017 All-Star Game, but he faltered in the second half (80 wRC+), finishing the season with a .282/.325/.490 slash line, 27 home runs, 62 RBI and 84 runs scored.--Matt Wilkes
Source: Adam Berry