3B,SS - Pittsburgh Pirates
- Age 25
- Notre Dame
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
Availability
Pirates infielder Jack Brannigan has joined the Pirates for Thursday's contest against the Mariners.
Fantasy Impact
Brannigan joins the Pirates on Thursday morning to take the roster spot of infielder Spencer Horwitz, who will be placed on the 10-day injured list with a hamstring injury. The 25-year-old has yet to make his MLB debut and has hit .231 with 11 homers and an .864 OPS in 42 games between High-A and Double-A this season.
The Pirates optioned INF Jack Brannigan to Triple-A Indianapolis.
Fantasy Impact
Brannigan suffered a broken nose after he was struck by a batted ball in a Grapefruit League contest against the Phillies in late February. He will open the season in Triple-A.
Jack Brannigan (nose) left Sunday's exhibition game early after getting hit in the face with a ground ball. The infielder sustained multiple injuries to the nasal complex and will see specialists to determine his timetable.
Fantasy Impact
Brannigan is on the Pirates' 40-man roster but was likely not going to make the opening day roster as he has yet to make it past Double-A. He played 59 games with Altoona last season and batted .225 with five home runs and nine stolen bases. He will likely be a factor with the big league club in a year or two.
Jack Brannigan left Sunday’s spring training game against the Phillies after being hit in the face by a batted ball.
Fantasy Impact
Brannigan was being further evaluated. There should be an update provided on his status when available.
