MIAMI — The Nationals' replacement for Felipe Vázquez is now also a member of the Pirates' bullpen. Enny Romero, a 27-year-old left-hander whose four-seam fastball has reached 100 mph, was claimed off waivers by the Pirates on Saturday and is expected to join the club within the next three days.
It was the third roster move in two days for the Pirates, whose bullpen had a 6.90 ERA entering their game Saturday against the Marlins at Marlins Park. A corresponding roster move has yet to be announced.
Romero, formerly a prospect of the Rays, gave up three earned runs in two innings for the Nationals this season before he was designated for assignment one week ago. The Pirates had only one left-handed reliever on their roster after optioning Josh Smoker to Triple-A Indianapolis on Friday.
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