Pirates' Junior Fernandez: DFA'd by Pittsburgh

Fernandez was designated for assignment by the Pirates on Tuesday.

The 25-year-old was claimed off waivers by the Pirates in early September and was called up to the majors for three appearances during the final week of the season. Fernandez had a 2.41 ERA, 1.61 WHIP and 14:12 K:BB across 18.2 innings between Pittsburgh and St. Louis but won't retain his spot on the 40-man roster.