Dugan Darnell

The Tigers claimed RHP Dugan Darnell off waivers from the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Darnell had just been designated for assignment by the Pirates last week. He figures to compete for a depth spot in the Tigers bullpen.

Dugan Darnell (hip) was designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday. This marks the second time in six days the 28-year-old right-hander has been DFA'd, as he was just claimed off waivers from Colorado last Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Darnell posted a 3.19 ERA and 1.15 WHIP across 53.2 innings at the Triple-A level in 2025, despite pitching in the hitter-friendly Pacific Coast League. His performance may attract interest from bullpen-needy teams on the waiver wire.

Dugan Darnell will undergo season-ending hip surgery in September.

Fantasy Impact

Darnell will undergo surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left hip. He expects that the recovery time will be around eight months.

The Rockies transferred RHP Dugan Darnell to the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

The move opens up a roster spot for Colorado. Darnell is out for the season.

The Colorado Rockies placed Dugan Darnell on the 15-day injured list on Friday with left hip inflammation.

Fantasy Impact

Through nine appearances this season, Darnell has posted a 3.86 ERA and 1.46 WHIP out of the bullpen. An official timeline for his return has not yet been established.