RHP Domingo German exercises opt out, released by Pirates

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Right-hander Domingo German has exercised an opt-out clause in his contract and has been released by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Signed to a minor-league deal, German posted a 4-4 record with a 5.35 ERA in 10 starts for Triple-A Indianapolis. He also allowed one run on three hits in four innings in one start with Single-A Bradenton.

German, who turns 32 on Aug. 4, is just