Pirates pursue Aroldis Chapman to strengthen bullpen ahead of deadline

The Pittsburgh Pirates are considering a trade for Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman to address bullpen issues as the MLB trade deadline approaches. The Pirates, currently in contention for a postseason spot, have struggled with a high bullpen ERA and erratic performances from closer Gregory Soto. Chapman, who has a 2.19 ERA this season, is seen as a potential fix. A trade would also grant the Pirates additional control over Chapman if he exceeds 40 innings pitched this season. The Pirates are seeking to bolster their pitching staff to enhance their playoff prospects.

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