Jared Oliva RF FA Mon 3/10/25 3:10 PM
Jared Oliva
RF FA
The Brewers reassigned Oliva to minor-league camp Monday, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Oliva appeared in 26 games in the big leagues for the Pirates between the 2020 and 2021, but the once-promising outfield prospect looks to be little more than an organizational depth piece at this stage of his career. The 29-year-old outfielder will likely report to Triple-A Nashville or Double-A Biloxi to begin the 2025 campaign after failing to make the cut with Milwaukee. Oliva played exclusively at the Double-A level in 2024, slashing .294/.378/.463 with seven home runs and 36 stolen bases over 248 plate appearances with Seattle's affiliate in Arkansas.
Jared Oliva RF FA Mon 11/25/24 4:36 PM
Jared Oliva
RF FA
The Brewers signed Oliva to a minor-league contract Monday that includes an invitation to spring training, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Oliva spent the 2024 season at Double-A Arkansas in the Mariners organization, posting an .841 OPS with seven homers and 37 stolen bases. Slated to turn 29 later this week, Oliva last appeared in the majors in 2021 with the Pirates.
Jared Oliva RF FA Wed 12/14/22 3:40 PM
Jared Oliva
RF FA
The Angels selected Oliva in the second round of the minor-league phase of the Rule 5 draft last week, Jonathan Mayo of MLB.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
The 27-year-old outfielder was once a promising outfield prospect in the Pittsburgh system, but the Pirates booted him off the 40-man roster last March after he struggled mightily at the dish during his abbreviated stints at the big-league level in 2020 and 2021. He played exclusively at Triple-A Indianapolis in 2022, slashing .266/.324/.429 with eight home runs and 21 stolen bases across 349 plate appearances.
Jared Oliva RF FA Thu 3/31/22 8:45 PM
Jared Oliva
RF FA
Oliva was designated for assignment Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Oliva had already been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis, though he's now lost his grip on a roster spot with the team. Once a relatively well-regarded prospect, Oliva posted only a .249/.321/.364 line across 249 plate appearances with Indianapolis in 2021. The move makes room for Josh VanMeter, who was acquired by the Pirates on Thursday.
Jared Oliva RF FA Sun 3/27/22 4:51 PM
Jared Oliva
RF FA
Oliva was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis on Sunday.
EDGE Analysis
Oliva was a long shot to make the Opening Day roster with Bryan Reynolds and Ben Gamel locked into playing time and Anthony Alford out of minor-league options. Though he'll begin the season in the minors, Oliva could become an option for the big-league club if injuries, trades or poor performance occur among any of the team's outfield options.
Jared Oliva RF FA Sat 7/31/21 4:06 PM
Jared Oliva
RF FA
Oliva was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis on Saturday, Alex Stumpf of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Oliva shifted to a bench role recently, and he had started just two games since the All-Star break. In nine appearances during that time, the 25-year-old went 3-for-13 with two runs and an RBI. He should see more consistent playing time in the minors, while Hoy Park will take his place on the active roster.
Jared Oliva RF FA Sun 7/18/21 1:14 PM
Jared Oliva
RF FA
Oliva is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mets.
EDGE Analysis
Oliva had started in four of the Pirates' final six games before the All-Star break, but he's been on the bench for three straight contests to kick off the second half. The 25-year-old looks like he'll be limited to a depth role in the outfield now that Gregory Polanco (hip) is healthy again.
Jared Oliva RF FA Sat 7/10/21 12:26 AM
Jared Oliva
RF FA
Oliva went 1-for-4 with a double, a stolen base and a run scored in Friday's 13-4 loss to the Mets.
EDGE Analysis
Oliva doubled, stole third and scored on an Adam Frazier single in the fifth inning. With Gregory Polanco (hip) and Ka'ai Tom (back) on the injured list, Oliva has seen semi-consistent playing time in July. He's hitting just .125 with two doubles, an RBI, a run scored and steal while striking out eight times in 26 plate appearances so far.
Jared Oliva RF FA Mon 7/5/21 10:42 AM
Jared Oliva
RF FA
Oliva went 0-for-2 with a walk in Sunday's 2-0 win over Milwaukee.
EDGE Analysis
With Gregory Polanco nursing an injury, Oliva started all three weekend games in right field. He went 1-for-11 with his first RBI while striking out six times. While the 26-year-old wasn't particularly impressive, he could see regular playing time if injuries strike any of the three outfield starters ahead of him.
Jared Oliva RF FA Thu 7/1/21 4:44 PM
Jared Oliva
RF FA
The Pirates recalled Oliva from Triple-A Indianapolis on Thursday, Kevin Gorman of TribLive.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Colin Moran (wrist) was placed on the 10-day injured list in a corresponding move. The addition of Oliva provides some extra depth for the Pittsburgh outfield, but the 25-year-old won't necessarily have a path to an everyday role while he's up with the big club. He hit .167/.231/.229 across 52 plate appearances at Triple-A this season.