SSG Landers sign ex-MLB pitcher Richardson

The SSG Landers have signed former major league pitcher Lyon Richardson, 26, on a one-year contract worth $1 million, including a $100,000 signing bonus. Richardson, who was a second-round pick by the Cincinnati Reds in 2018, made his MLB debut with the Reds in 2023 and appeared in 41 games before being designated for assignment and becoming a free agent.

He then signed with the Milwaukee Brewers, pitching in one game for them. Richardson had a 6.48 ERA in 58 1/3 innings with 47 strikeouts against 40 walks during his MLB career. The Landers will join Pedro Avila at the top of their rotation next season with Richardson.

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