Pirates unlikely to trade top prospect for Mason Miller
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 2:44 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates are expected to retain their top prospect, Seth Hernandez, despite interest in him as a trade option for San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller. The Pirates seek to improve their bullpen before the upcoming trade deadline. Hernandez has impressed with a 0.96 ERA and 50 strikeouts over six starts in Single-A Bradenton. The organization is hesitant to part with the 20-year-old, who was the sixth overall pick in last year's draft. Reports suggest the Pirates would only consider moving Hernandez for a major league-ready player in return.
- •Pirates can clinch first postseason berth since 2015 with strong finish.
- •Hernandez likely out for season with a left oblique strain.
- •Miller's addition could strengthen a struggling bullpen.
- •Pirates aim to acquire reinforcements before trade deadline.
- •Hernandez was the sixth overall pick in last year's draft.
- 2:44 PMYahoo Sports — The prospect the Pirates are 'unlikely' to trade for Mason Miller
"It sounds like the right-hander will be staying with the Pirates.
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