Dennis Santana elects free agency after being designated by Pirates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 12:54 AM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Dennis Santana has elected free agency after the Pittsburgh Pirates designated him for assignment. Santana, who joined the Pirates as a waiver claim in the 2024 season, performed solidly as a reliever, posting a 2.44 ERA in 39 appearances that year. His role expanded in 2025, where he notched 16 saves and had a 2.18 ERA in 70 games. However, his performance declined in 2026, as he recorded a 6.05 ERA over 44 appearances before being DFA'd. The Pirates had counted on him to be their primary closer this season.
- •Santana cleared waivers and is now a free agent.
- •He had a solid 2025 season with 16 saves.
- •His performance declined significantly in 2026.
- •The Pirates designated him for assignment last week.
- 12:54 AMYahoo Sports — Former Pirates Reliever Dennis Santana Elects Free Agency
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