The Pirates have officially signed Cuban pitcher RoilanPortuondo, 26, and he is expected to begin in the Florida Complex League, according to Francys Romero.
Portuondo’s contract includes a $10,000 bonus. He profiles as a reliever with a fastball that averages between 94 and 98 mph.
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2:00 pm - 06.23.2025DowntownPirates sign Cuban reliever
The Pirates have officially signed Cuban pitcher Roilan Portuondo, 26, and he is expected to begin in the Florida Complex League, according to Francys Romero.
Portuondo’s contract includes a $10,000 bonus. He profiles as a reliever with a fastball that averages between 94 and 98 mph.
X: FrancysRomeroFR
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