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Pirates Sign José Urquidy: Depth Behind Cy Young Winner

2/7/2026

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The Pittsburgh Pirates signed José Urquidy to a one-year contract worth $1.5 million.
The 30-year-old right-hander had Tommy John surgery in June 2024 and adds depth behind NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes.
He owns a 27-16 career record with a 4.00 ERA across 70 starts and 11 relief appearances.
He returned to the majors in September 2025 after a Detroit stint, recording two relief appearances and a 7.71 ERA.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates signed José Urquidy to a one-year contract worth $1.5 million.
The 30-year-old right-hander had Tommy John surgery in June 2024 and adds depth behind NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes.
He owns a 27-16 career record with a 4.00 ERA across 70 starts and 11 relief appearances.
He returned to the majors in September 2025 after a Detroit stint, recording two relief appearances and a 7.71 ERA.