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.
