Fowler was officially released by the Pirates last week. The former top prospect appeared in 18 games at the big league level this season, slashing just .171/.239/.195 with no homers, two RBI and a 20/3 K/BB ratio over 46 plate appearances.

Fowler was designated for assignment back in April. The outfielder was once a top prospect, but has struggled since a knee injury suffered as a member of the Athletics. 

Fowler was designated for assignment by the Bucs last week and passed through waivers unclaimed. The 26-year-old outfielder had batted just .171/.239/.195 through 46 plate appearances this season.

Fowler saw quite a bit of action out of the gate this season with Pittsburgh, but he heads to the waiver wire having batted just .171/.239/.195 with one extra-base hit and 20 strikeouts in 46 plate appearances.