Enmanuel Valdez was acquired by the Pittsburgh Pirates from the Boston Red Sox after struggling with a .214 batting average and six home runs in 65 games last season. He had a more productive stint in Triple-A Worcester, hitting .233 with 11 homers in 50 games. Valdez made his big league debut in April 2023 and was on Boston's 2024 opening-day roster before being designated for assignment.

Enmanuel Valdez, who turns 26 in late December, has been acquired by the Pirates from the Red Sox in exchange for minor-league pitcher Joe Vogatsky. Valdez is versatile, capable of playing multiple positions, and has a career slash line of .235/.286/.400 over parts of two MLB seasons.

Enmanuel Valdéz, a left-handed hitting utility player, was acquired by the Pirates after being designated for assignment by the Red Sox. In 2023, he played 76 games in the majors, hitting 6 home runs and driving in 28 runs with a .214/.270/.363 slash line. Valdéz also showcased his power in Triple-A, hitting 11 home runs in 50 games. Primarily a second baseman, he has also played third base and left field, demonstrating versatility in his defensive capabilities.

Enmanuel Valdéz was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates after a disappointing 2024 season where he hit .214 with six home runs and a negative WAR. Despite showing promise in 2023, his performance declined, particularly against right-handed pitchers. The Pirates are taking a chance on him, hoping he can regain his previous form as he competes for a roster spot in Spring Training.

Enmanuel Valdez, who was the Red Sox's opening day starter at second base last season, has been designated for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster following the acquisition of Carlos Narváez.