The Pittsburgh Pirates were among 15 teams to attend the workout of Cuban lefty Aroldis Chapman today in Houston, according to Jorge Arangure Jr of ESPN.com.
Chapman regarded as the top international pitcher on the free agent market has reportedly received a 3 year offer from the Boston Red Sox worth $15.5 million.
Chapman, 21, threw mostly in the 92-93 mph range and topping out at 96 mph, according to Arangure Jr.
Pittsburgh Pirates international scouting director Rene Gayo was the Pirates lone representative and Gayo will meet with Chapman this evening.
However, the Pirates are not serious suitors for Chapman who is looking for a $15-$20 million dollar contract. The Yankees are also heavily in the mix.
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