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Pirates Sign Veteran Outfielder Tommy Pham to One-Year Deal

The 36-year-old joins Pittsburgh on a $4 million contract, pending a physical, to bolster their outfield depth.

Oct 7, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Kansas City Royals outfielder Tommy Pham (22) reacts after a RBI single against the New York Yankees in the fourth inning during game two of the ALDS for the 2024 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • Tommy Pham has agreed to a one-year, $4 million contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates, marking his 10th MLB team in a 12-year career.
  • The deal is pending a physical and has not yet been officially confirmed by the Pirates organization.
  • Pham, who turns 37 next month, hit .248 with nine home runs and 39 RBIs last season while playing for the White Sox, Cardinals, and Royals.
  • Despite defensive struggles, Pham offers versatility in the outfield and is expected to fill a key need for the Pirates in the corner outfield positions.
  • This signing is part of a series of offseason moves by the Pirates, including re-signing Andrew McCutchen and adding Adam Frazier and Caleb Ferguson.