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New York Yankees has added the Bullpen help they need before the MLB trading deadline.
New York accepted an agreement to acquire right -handed closer David Bednar in a trade with Pittsburgh Pirates, according to several reports. The trade is pending a medical review.
Yankees sends a package of Rafael Flores, the team’s eighth best views, according to MLB Pipeline, leading the way with 19-year-old prospectus Edgle Perez and outfielder Brian Sanchez, according to the New York Post.
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Pittsburgh Pirates Relief Pitcher David Bednar (51) sits against St. Louis Cardinals during the ninth lap at PNC Park. (Charles Leclaire-Preferred Pictures)
Bednar, the 30-year-old two-time All-Star, has a 2.37 era over 38 laps with 17 savings for Pirates this season. It was only two years ago that he led the National League with 39 savings in his second straight All-Star campaign in Pittsburgh.
But Bednar fought in 2024 and owns a 5.77 era over 57.2 laps, though he still had 23 savings.
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Bednar is a much needed arm for New York as their bullp has fought too late. Luke Weaver and Devin Williams, their back-end battery, which had been consistent in previous seasons, have both had a roller coaster year.
With both Weaver and Williams, who hit free agency after the year, Bednar’s addition is a crucial. He still has another year’s team control, which means he will join the team throughout the 2026 season before the free agency in 2027.
Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher David Bednar (51) responds to getting the final out to San Francisco Giants during the ninth lap at Oracle Park. (D. Ross Cameron/Imag images)
Relievers are always a hot item for playoffs pushing before the deadline, and there has been a flurry of offers and big names that have been traded in the last few days.
San Diego Padres made a great splash and acquires athletics closer Mason Miller and left -handed pitcher JP Sears, a former Yankee, in a deal that sent Leo de Vries, the third best view in baseball, to Sacramento.
Across Bronx and into Queens, the New York Mets strengthened their bullpen with Gregory Soto, Tyler Rogers and Ryan Helsley, St. Louis Cardinals’ stud closer to their own playoff -push.
There are still a few hours left for teams to continue to swap players before the MLB trading deadline at 1 p.m. 18 a passes.
Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher David Bednar (51) delivers a pitch against San Francisco Giants during the ninth lap at Oracle Park. (D. Ross Cameron/Imag images)
Yankees, who still have their top prospects in hand, may not be done by making movements.
