Pirates acquire Lake Bachar from Marlins at trade deadline
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Last updated Aug 6, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired relief pitcher Lake Bachar from the Miami Marlins on August 1. Pittsburgh sent Brandan Bidois, Brian Sánchez, and Hyun Seung Lee to Miami for Bachar, who has a 3.84 ERA and 61 strikeouts this season. The 31-year-old brings experience and versatility, having made 38 appearances, including four starts. Bachar debuted for the Pirates on Wednesday against the Milwaukee Brewers, allowing a solo home run in a 4-2 loss. The trade indicates the Pirates' commitment to enhancing their bullpen for the remainder of the season.
- •Bachar has a 3.84 ERA with 61 strikeouts in 58.2 innings this season.
- •Pittsburgh sent three players to Miami in exchange for Bachar.
- •He debuted for the Pirates on August 5 against the Brewers.
- •Bachar is under club control through 2030.
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