Pirates Promote Harrington from Triple-A for MLB Debut

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to promote top pitching prospect Thomas Harrington from Triple-A Indianapolis to make his MLB debut against the Tampa Bay Rays. Harrington, 23, was the Pirates' first-round pick in the 2022 draft and is ranked as their No. 3 prospect. Despite not making the opening rotation, he gets his chance as the Pirates face early-season struggles with a 1-4 record. Harrington excelled last season with a 2.61 ERA and 115 strikeouts across three minor league levels, showcasing strong command and a five-pitch repertoire. His performance against the Rays could determine if he remains in the rotation, potentially replacing Carmen Mlodzinski, who initially won the last rotation spot. The Pirates need to adjust their roster to accommodate Harrington's debut.