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Pirates Sign Colin Holderman to Revitalize Bullpen Depth

12/12/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed relief pitcher Colin Holderman to a one-year contract.
Holderman, 30, posted a 7.01 ERA in 2025 and dealt with injuries that limited his appearances.
He contributed in 2023 and 2024, posting a combined 3.52 ERA over 113 games.
The Pittsburgh Pirates view him as a project to restore his performance and provide reliable bullpen depth, citing his prior success and increased sinker usage as assets.

History

Historical Context

The Pittsburgh Pirates achieved a historic milestone in 1979 by winning the World Series, led by stars like Willie Stargell and Dave Parker, with a strong 98-64 record. As the franchise seeks to rebuild, they recently signed Colin Holderman, who posted a 3.52 ERA over two seasons, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance team performance and recapture past glory.

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Story summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed relief pitcher Colin Holderman to a one-year contract.
Holderman, 30, posted a 7.01 ERA in 2025 and dealt with injuries that limited his appearances.
He contributed in 2023 and 2024, posting a combined 3.52 ERA over 113 games.
The Pittsburgh Pirates view him as a project to restore his performance and provide reliable bullpen depth, citing his prior success and increased sinker usage as assets.

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