Pirates consider trade for Angels shortstop Zach Neto before deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 3:35 AM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates are exploring options to enhance their roster ahead of the MLB trade deadline. They have been linked to Zach Neto, a 25-year-old shortstop for the Los Angeles Angels, who has a.757 OPS this season. A proposed trade would involve sending four top prospects, excluding Seth Hernandez, to the Angels. While adding Neto could strengthen the infield, concerns remain about his high strikeout rate. This potential move could signal the Pirates' commitment to competing for a postseason berth.
- •Pirates eye shortstop Zach Neto from Angels as trade deadline approaches.
- •Proposed trade package includes four prospects, excluding Seth Hernandez.
- •Neto has a.757 OPS with 19 home runs in 418 at-bats this season.
- •He leads the AL with 149 strikeouts this season.
- •Adding Neto could reshape the Pirates' infield dynamics.
- 3:35 AMYahoo Sports — Pirates Risky Trade Idea Lands Angels’ .757 OPS Shortstop Using Four Very Valuable Prospects
"The Pittsburgh Pirates have a chance to make a run for the postseason this year and could pursue some help at the MLB trade deadline.
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