Sammy Stafura joins Mets organization after trade from Pirates
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:04 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Sammy Stafura, previously with the Pittsburgh Pirates, has joined the New York Mets' High A Brooklyn Cyclones after being traded for Luke Weaver. At 21, the former Gatorade New York Player of the Year has shown promise, hitting 20 home runs and stealing 21 bases this season. Stafura experienced an injury-ridden year, yet remains a strong candidate for a possible MLB call-up in 2027. Mets manager Eduardo Nunez praises his potential and work ethic, indicating that his stay in the minors may be brief as the Cyclones' season draws to a close.
- •Stafura traded to Mets from Pirates on Aug. 3.
- •Currently plays for High A Brooklyn Cyclones.
- •Has 20 home runs and 21 stolen bases this season.
- •Injuries affected his play time this summer.
- •Possible MLB debut early next year is discussed.
- 8:04 AMYahoo Sports — Now in NY Mets organization, Sammy Stafura seems poised for next step
"Panas graduate Sammy Stafura was recently traded to the Mets. He plays for the High A Brooklyn Cyclones. But a 2027 call-up to the Mets is possible.
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