Pirates acquire former All-Star reliever Camilo Doval from the Yankees,
Summary
The Pittsburgh Pirates traded two young players to the New York Yankees to get pitcher Camilo Doval. Doval is an experienced relief pitcher who was an All-Star in 2023 and is expected to help the Pirates' struggling bullpen.Key Facts
- The Pirates received right-handed reliever Camilo Doval from the Yankees.
- Pittsburgh traded prospects Omar Alfonso (catcher) and Luis Cruz (outfielder) to New York for Doval.
- Doval was an All-Star in 2023 as a closer for the San Francisco Giants.
- The Pirates have had trouble in their bullpen all season, blowing 20 saves.
- Doval's record this season with the Yankees is 3 wins, 1 loss, and a 4.54 ERA (earned run average).
- He has faced recent issues with giving walks (allowing batters to go to first base without hitting).
- Doval is known for durability, appearing in at least 60 games each season for the last four years.
- The Pirates recently removed another closer, Dennis Santana, and need strong relief pitchers.
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