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Dodgers Claim Pirates Outfielder Jack Suwinski Off Waivers Ahead of Spring Opener

The low-cost pickup adds depth to a crowded outfield, leaving his role uncertain on a full 40-man roster.

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Jul 8, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Jack Suwinski (65) bats during the fifth inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images.
Los Angeles Dodgers first baseman Kiki Hernandez (8) shakes hands with Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Will Smith (16) after pitching a scoreless the ninth inning against the New York Yankees at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Robert Murray of Fansided first reported the waiver claim on X, with multiple outlets confirming the move Saturday.
  • Suwinski, 27, was designated for assignment by Pittsburgh earlier in the week after four MLB seasons with the Pirates.
  • He flashed significant power in 2023 with 26 home runs and 2.1 bWAR across 144 games.
  • Production fell sharply the past two years, including slashes of .182/.264/.324 in 2024 and .147/.281/.253 in 2025, with Triple-A stints and a groin injury noted.
  • Los Angeles’ depth chart lists Alex Call as the primary backup outfielder, and the team’s full 40-man roster complicates Suwinski’s immediate path to playing time.