The Pirates released Wendzel on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Shortly after dropping Wendzel from its 40-man roster to clear a spot for right-hander Noah Murdock, Pittsburgh opted to let the 29-year-old infielder get a head start on finding his next destination by cutting him loose rather than waiting for the waiver process to play out. Wendzel had spent most of the season at Tripe-A Indianapolis, slashing .230/.349/.461 with 10 home runs and two stolen bases across 261 plate appearances.

The Pirates designated Wendzel for assignment Sunday, Alex Stumpf of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

He'll give up his spot on the 40-man roster to right-hander Noah Murdock, who exercised an upward-mobility clause in his minor-league contract. Wendzel, 29, appeared in two games for the Pirates back in June but has otherwise spent the entire campaign at Triple-A Indianapolis, with whom he's produced a .230/.349/.461 slash line and 10 home runs across 261 plate appearances.

The Pirates optioned Wendzel to Triple-A Indianapolis on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Wendzel was just promoted earlier this week and went 0-for-4 at the dish in his only start. He's being replaced on the active roster by Esmerlyn Valdez.

Pittsburgh selected Wendzel's contract from Triple-A Indianapolis on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Wendzel is a 29-year-old infielder whose lone big-league experience was a 27-game stint with Texas in 2024. He earned his chance with Pittsburgh with a good showing at Indianapolis, slashing .246/.360/.491 with nine homers, 34 RBI and two stolen bases over 211 plate appearances. Wendzel can play all over the infield and will likely fill a utility role while with the major-league team.

Wendzel signed a minor-league contract with the Pirates on Monday, which includes an invitation to spring training, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Wendzel will receive a chance to win a spot on the Opening Day roster after putting pen to paper on a deal with Pittsburgh. He spent the majority of his time at Triple-A Louisville a season ago, hitting .251 with 13 home runs, 53 RBI, one stolen base and 50 runs scored in 94 games. Wendzel's last big-league appearance dates back to 2024 with the Rangers, and he struggled to a .128 average in 27 outings.

The Reds outrighted Wendzel to Triple-A Louisville on Monday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Wendzel was dropped from the Reds' 40-man roster before having made an appearance for them, but he's passed through waivers unclaimed and will stick around in the organization. The 27-year-old has slashed .266/.361/.407 this season at the Triple-A level.

The Reds designated Wendzel for assignment Friday.

EDGE Analysis

The club needed to free up a spot on its 40-man roster for Rhett Lowder. Wendzel, who was acquired from the Rangers last month after they had designated him for assignment, will go through the waiver process again.

The Rangers traded Wendzel to the Reds for cash considerations Tuesday, Jeff Wilson of RangersToday.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Wendzel lost his 40-man spot with Texas on Monday after being designated for assignment to make room for Josh Jung's (wrist) reinstatement from the injured list. He's projected to begin his tenure with the Reds organization at the Triple-A level.

The Rangers designated Wendzel for assignment on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Wendzel was cast off the 40-man roster with the Rangers needing to open up a spot for third baseman Josh Jung (wrist), who was reinstated from the 60-day injured list. The 27-year-old Wendzel was optioned to Triple-A Round Rock on July 4 after slashing .128/.163/.234 across 49 plate appearances between his two separate stints with the big club earlier this season. He'll likely stick around with Round Rock if he goes unclaimed off waivers.

The Rangers optioned Wendzel to Triple-A Round Rock on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

He's being sent out in favor of a fresh relief arm. Wendzel has just a .397 OPS in 27 contests with the Rangers this season.