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Pittsburgh, PA (Sports Network) - The Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday signed
pitcher Juan Cruz to a minor league contract with an invitation to spring
training.
The 33-year-old right-hander went 5-0 with a 3.88 earned run average in 56
relief appearances for Tampa Bay last season.
Cruz has compiled a 37-35 record with a 4.13 ERA during his 11-year major
league career. He has also played for the Cubs, Braves, Athletics,
Diamondbacks and Royals.
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