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PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates brought back a catcher who recently sought opportunities elsewhere. The Pirates designated catcher Brett Sullivan for assignment on June 16, making room on the 40-man roster for right-handed pitcher Dauri Moreta , who ended his rehab assignment.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 19

Pirates Move Catcher After Pitcher News

PITTSBURGH — One Pittsburgh Pirates catcher is headed back to the minor leagues after a short stint in the MLB. The Pirates designated catcher Brett Sullivan for assignment on June 16, making room on the 40-man roster for right-handed pitcher Dauri Moreta , who ended his rehab assignment.

MLB News / San Diego Padres on SI / June 18

Recently-Traded Padres Utility Player Already Cut By New Team

Brett Sullivan spent a little more than three years in the San Diego Padres organization before he was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates in April. His time with the Pirates didn't last long.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 17

Pirates activate and option righty reliever Dauri Moreta, DFA catcher Brett Sullivan

Moreta posted a 3.07 ERA in 16 rehab outings with Triple-A Indianapolis and will stick around in Indy for the time being. Dauri Moreta is closing in on a return to the big leagues.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16

Pirates Catcher Placed on Waivers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates designated a catcher for assignment that they recently brought up to the MLB. The Pirates announced that they ended the rehab assignment of right-handed pitcher Dauri Moreta and reinstated him from the 60-day injured list.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 10

Pirates Make Two Lineup Changes vs. Marlins

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made two important changes to their lineup for the second game of their series vs. the Miami Marlins at PNC Park. Henry Davis takes over at catcher from Brett Sullivan and will bat seventh in the lineup, as he makes his third start in the past four games.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 9

Pirates Catcher Makes First 2025 Start

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will have someone new behind the plate ahead of their upcoming game. The Pirates will have Brett Sullivan as catcher for their series opener vs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 8

Pirates Bring Up New Catcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have brought up a new catcher to their MLB roster, as they've dealt with recent injuries. The Priates announced that they selected the contract of catcher Brett Sullivan from Triple-A Indianapolis on June 7 and he is currently with team during their series vs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 7

Pirates announce four roster moves

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / April 17

Pirates trade for catching depth

Brett Sullivan joins his third organization With Endy Rodriguez on the IL and Joey Bart taking time off to work through his lower back tightness, Henry Davis is the only catcher on the active roster.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 16

Padres trade C Brett Sullivan to Pirates for OF Bryce Johnson

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San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 26

Padres outright Brett Sullivan

Catcher Brett Sullivan went unclaimed on outright waivers after being designated for assignment on Sunday, the Padres announced. He’s been assigned outright to Triple-A El Paso to begin the season, meaning he’ll stick with the organization as a depth option but won’t occupy a spot on the 40-man roster.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / March 23

Padres DFA Catcher Amid Massive Roster Move

The San Diego Padres are in the midst of finalizing their roster as Opening Day nears. The team announced a flurry of moves Friday night. The Padres selected the contract of infielder Mason McCoy and designated catcher Brett Sullivan for assignment.

San Diego Padres News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 22

Padres designate Brett Sullivan, select Mason McCoy

The Padres announced this evening that they’ve designated catcher Brett Sullivan for assignment. Sullivan’s departure from the 40-man roster makes room for the club to select the contract of shortstop Mason McCoy.