Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 MLB trade deadline tracker
The Pittsburgh Pirates added a major piece to their team during Monday's 2026 MLB trade deadline.
Pittsburgh acquired right-handed relief pitcher Luke Weaver in one of the biggest moves of deadline day. The veteran pitcher has been a standout this season and will be an injection of talent to a much-maligned Pirates bullpen.
The aggressive move comes as Pittsburgh sits in the thick of the National League wild card race. Headed into Monday's games, the Pirates were 3 1/2 games back of the Philadelphia Phillies, who hold the third and final wild card spot.
The Pirates last made the playoffs in 2015, and there was pressure from fans to improve ahead of the deadline. Here's everything to know about the Pirates' deadline moves.
Who did the Pirates trade for?
Luke Weaver is a Pirate
The team acquired right-handed relief pitcher Luke Weaver and cash considerations from the New York Mets on Monday. Weaver, 32, has a 2-1 record this season with a 1.84 ERA and 45 strikeouts over 44 innings pitched. He is also under contract for next season.
Weaver was regarded as one of the best relief pitchers on the market and will give the bullpen a boost. MLB insider Joel Sherman reported that New York is taking on $2 million of Weaver's contract this year and $6 million in 2027. The Mets signed Weaver to a two-year, $22 million contract in the offseason.
Pittsburgh sent 21-year-old shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura to the Mets. Stafura was a consensus Top 10 Pirates prospect. The 21-year-old is from Cortlandt, New York.
Kirby Yates traded to Pittsburgh
Los Angeles Angels relief pitcher Kirby Yates was traded to Pittsburgh for minor league pitcher Kyle Robinson on Monday. The right-hander has a 3.95 ERA in 31 appearances this season. In 27 1/3 innings, the 39-year-old has 36 strikeouts.
Lake Bachar headed to Pittsburgh
The Pirates traded for Miami Marlins relief pitcher Lake Bachar for three prospects on Monday. The 31-year-old Bachar has a 3.84 ERA this season. The right-hander has appeared in 38 games, notching four saves and 61 strikeouts across 58 2/3 innings.
Pirates acquire Camilo Doval
The Pirates traded for New York Yankees relief pitcher Camilo Doval for a pair of prospects on Aug. 1. The right-handed pitcher will provide experience for Pittsburgh, which continues to address its bullpen. Doval also has experience as a closer.
Ron Marinaccio traded to Pittsburgh
The Pirates traded for right-handed pitcher Ron Marinaccio from the San Diego Padres for future considerations on July 23. The team also designated relief pitcher Dennis Santana for assignment.
The 31-year-old Marinaccio has appeared in four games for the Pirates.
Pirates trade for outfielder
Pittsburgh acquired outfielder Johnathan Rodríguez from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for cash considerations on July 27.
Pittsburgh makes move for Jacob Gonzalez
One day before the 2026 MLB draft, the Pirates traded their Competitive Balance Round A pick for Chicago White Sox infielder Jacob Gonzalez and left-handed reliever Brandon Eisert.
NL playoff contenders make moves
Other teams vying for a playoff spot in the NL have been busy on Monday. The Philadelphia Phillies traded for second baseman Luis Arráez and right-handed pitcher Caleb Kilian, and the San Diego Padres traded for starting pitchers Robbie Ray and Casey Mize. The Arizona Diamondbacks traded for outfielder Lars Nootbaar from the St. Louis Cardinals.
All three teams were ahead of the Pirates in the standings as of Monday.
Mitch Keller placed on IL
The Pirates placed starting pitcher Mitch Keller on the 60-day injured list with an arm injury on Monday. His season is over due to a right arm teres major muscle injury.
Pirates 2025 trade deadline moves
Last season at the deadline, Pittsburgh traded closer David Bednar to the New York Yankees and pitcher Bailey Falter to the Kansas City Royals, among other moves.