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Yankees acquire two players from Pirates in three-player trade

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Yankees acquire two players from Pirates in three-player trade

Summary

The New York Yankees announced a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates, acquiring minor league catcher Omar Alfonzo and outfielder Luis Cruz. In exchange, the Yankees sent right-handed pitcher Camilo Doval and cash considerations to the Pirates. Doval has struggled this season, posting a 4.54 ERA in 44 games. Following the deal, Alfonzo has been assigned to the Double-A Somerset Patriots.

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•Yankees acquire Omar Alfonzo and Luis Cruz from the Pirates
•Camilo Doval traded to Pittsburgh in exchange
•Doval's ERA this season is 4.54 over 44 games
•Alfonzo assigned to Double-A Somerset Patriots after trade

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1:59 AMYahoo Sports — New York Yankees Announce Roster Decision After 3-Player Trade
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On Saturday, the New York Yankees announced a three-player trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates.The Yankees wrote (via X): “The New York Yankees today announced that they have acquired minor league catcher Omar Alfonzo and minor league outfielder Luis Cruz from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for right-handed pitcher Camilo Doval and cash considerations.” The New […] The post New York Yankees Announce Roster Decision After 3-Player Trade appeared first on HEAVY.
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