Michael Darrell-Hicks

Michael Darrell-Hicks was sent outright to Triple-A Indianapolis on Monday. This move follows his removal from the 40-man roster last Thursday.

Fantasy Impact

After being removed from the 40-man, Darrell-Hicks passed through waivers unclaimed and will remain in the organization.

Michael Darrell-Hicks was designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday, removing him from the 40-man roster.

Fantasy Impact

Darrell-Hicks struggled in 2025, posting a 7.45 ERA and 1.45 WHIP over 9.2 innings at the major-league level. His performance was similar at Triple-A, where he registered an 8.45 ERA and 1.93 WHIP over 38.1 innings. The club will likely want to see dramatic improvement before considering adding him back to the 40-man roster.

The Pirates optioned RHP Michael Darrell-Hicks to Triple-A Indianapolis.

Fantasy Impact

Darrell-Hicks made seven appearance out of the bullpen for Pittsburgh. He gets sent down for the Pirates to bring in a fresh arm.

The Pirates recalled RHP Michael Darrell-Hicks from Triple-A Indianapolis.

Fantasy Impact

Darrell-Hicks will add a fresh arm in the bullpen for Pittsburgh. He was claimed off waivers by the Pirates from the Angels.

The Pittsburgh Pirates will promote Michael Darrell-Hicks from Triple-A Indianapolis.

Fantasy Impact

The Pirates claimed Darrell-Hicks from the Los Angeles Angels on June 13, and he will now get an opportunity with the Pirates. He pitched two innings with Triple-A Indianapolis, not allowing a hit while recording one strikeout. He'll likely be used in a low-leverage bullpen role.