Yankees consider trade for Mets pitcher Luke Weaver ahead of deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 28, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jul 28, 2026
The New York Yankees are reportedly exploring trade options for Luke Weaver, a reliever currently with the New York Mets, as the MLB trade deadline approaches on August 3. The Yankees, trailing the Tampa Bay Rays by three games in the AL East standings, seek to bolster their roster for a postseason push. Weaver has performed well in 2026, posting a 1.93 ERA in 42.0 innings. The Mets, struggling with a 44-62 record, may be open to trading him to gain assets, given his solid season and continued potential.
- •Weaver holds a 1.93 ERA over 40 games this season.
- •Yankees trail the Rays by three games in the AL East.
- •Mets are open to trading players like Weaver for future assets.
- •Trade deadline is on August 3.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees potential trade target: Luke Weaver
"Weaver has had success across town. Should the Yankees bring him back?
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