Pirates expected to pursue bullpen help ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 10:26 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
As the MLB trade deadline approaches on August 3, the Pittsburgh Pirates are anticipated to be active in seeking bullpen upgrades. The team, currently hovering around.500, ranks 24th in bullpen ERA and recently released closer Dennis Santana. Insiders suggest the Pirates could target relievers such as Mason Miller and Adrian Morejon from the Padres. The Pirates begin a crucial four-game series against the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday, adding urgency to their trade efforts. Pittsburgh is two games back of the final wild card spot behind the Arizona Diamondbacks, Miami Marlins, and Philadelphia Phillies.
- •Trade deadline is August 3.
- •Pirates rank 24th in bullpen ERA.
- •Team released closer Dennis Santana this week.
- •Targeting relievers like Mason Miller and Adrian Morejon.
- •Pirates start a four-game series against the Reds on Thursday.
- 10:26 PMYahoo Sports — MLB insider reports Pirates expected to be aggressive at trading deadline
"The Pirates need to add multiple relievers before the August 3rd deadline.
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