Marlins trade reliever Lake Bachar to Pirates in puzzling deal

The Miami Marlins traded reliever Lake Bachar, who has a 3.84 ERA this season, to the Pittsburgh Pirates. This move has been labeled the 'weirdest trade' of the MLB trade deadline by Jim Bowden of The Athletic, who questioned the rationale behind sending a solid performer to a team still contesting for a playoff spot. The trade netted Miami three players in return: right-handed pitcher Brandon Bidois, infielder Hyun Seung Lee, and outfielder Brian Sanchez. Despite Bachar’s performance and club control until 2030, the trade's impact remains unclear as the Marlins continue their strategy at the deadline.

• 8:51 PMYahoo Sports — Marlins trading 3.84 ERA reliever to Pirates called 'weirdest trade' of deadline