"The Pirates announced that they have claimed right-hander Dugan Darnell off waivers from the Rockies. He was immediately transferred to the 60-day injured list, so the Bucs didn't need to open up a 40-man roster spot. There was no previous indication that the Rockies had removed Darnell from their roster. It's common at this time of year for teams to place players on waivers, as many clubs are facing roster crunches."
"The 60-day IL goes away five days after the World Series, so players need to retake 40-man roster spots. Some breathing room is created by others reaching free agency but teams often need to clear space. Even if they don't need space now, having it is valuable throughout the winter for other moves, including protecting guys from the Rule 5 draft. RosterResource projected the Rockies to have 41 guys for 40 roster spots at the beginning of the offseason, including Darnell. It seems Colorado tried to open a spot by passing Darnell through waivers but the Pirates intervened."
Pirates claimed right-hander Dugan Darnell off waivers from the Rockies and immediately transferred him to the 60-day injured list, avoiding opening a 40-man roster spot. The Rockies had placed Darnell on waivers amid typical offseason roster crunches. The 60-day IL expires five days after the World Series, requiring players to retake 40-man roster spots, and teams must clear space despite some relief from free agency. Teams use roster space to protect prospects from the Rule 5 draft. RosterResource projected the Rockies at 41 players for 40 spots and the Pirates at 42 for 40, indicating both clubs will need to make moves.
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