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Bucs add Baddoo on waiver claim, lose Mattson to Mariners

As free agency began at 5 p.m. ET Monday night, the Pirates were involved in two roster moves involving the waiver process. Pittsburgh claimed 28-year-old outfielder Akil Baddoo off waivers from the Brewers and lost 31-year-old right-handed pitcher Isaac Mattson…

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Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 11:46 PM

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The Pirates claimed outfielder Akil Baddoo off waivers from the Brewers and lost pitcher Isaac Mattson to Seattle.
Baddoo joined Pittsburgh via a waiver claim after batting .252 with 11 home runs in the Minors.
Mattson left for the Mariners after pitching to a 5.35 ERA in 38 2/3 innings in 2026.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates completed two waiver moves on Monday as free agency began. Pittsburgh claimed 28-year-old outfielder Akil Baddoo off waivers from the Milwaukee Brewers and lost 31-year-old right-handed pitcher Isaac Mattson to the Seattle Mariners. Baddoo spent the 2026 season dealing with quad injuries, posting an .818 OPS across 66 Minor League games.

Mattson departed after recording a 5.35 ERA over 38 2/3 innings during a difficult 2026 campaign. Following these roster transactions, alongside activations from the 60-day injured list and several players entering free agency, the Pirates' 40-man roster sits at 38 players.

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