US EditionYankees, Pirates Are Reportedly Discussing Trade
ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, JUL 20 – The Yankees seek to fill pitching and infield gaps by targeting five Pirates players, including All-Star reliever David Bednar with a 2.53 ERA this season, sources say.
- Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported that the Yankees are in regular contact with the Pittsburgh Pirates, considering five potential trade targets ahead of July 31, 2025.
- Amid a slew of injuries and inconsistent performances, the New York Yankees are exploring trades to bolster their injury-depleted pitching rotation and add a versatile bat.
- According to Pirates insider Noah Hiles, all five potential targets—Isiah Kiner-Falefa, David Bednar, Ke'Bryan Hayes, Dennis Santana and Mitch Keller—have over a 50% probability of being traded by the July 31, 2025 deadline.
- FanSided's Rucker Haringey urged the New York Yankees to avoid trading for star Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds, suggesting they focus on an infielder and pitchers instead.
- Such deals would bolster the Yankees' depth for a World Series run, while the Pittsburgh Pirates could clear salary by pursuing a 2026 free-agent hitter.
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