Pirates consider trade for Ryan Jeffers ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 1:16 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates are exploring trade options as they compete for a playoff spot this season. With the MLB trade deadline approaching on August 3, the Pirates may pursue Minnesota Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers. ESPN's Jeff Passan notes that Jeffers is recovering from a hamate bone fracture but remains the top catcher available. He has posted a.295 batting average with seven home runs in 2026. Teams like the Yankees and Padres are also interested, complicating Pittsburgh's bidding process. Jeffers, who is a pending free agent, could provide significant impact if healthy before the deadline.
- •Pirates are potential buyers ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.
- •Ryan Jeffers is recovering from injury and could return soon.
- •Jeffers has a.295 batting average with seven home runs this season.
- •Interest from multiple teams may influence the Pirates' chances of acquiring him.
- •Acquiring Jeffers could enhance the Pirates' lineup as they compete for a playoff spot.
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"Pittsburgh could be buyers ahead of the August 3 trade deadline.
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