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Pirates make Mets reliever Luke Weaver among several additions to the bullpen at the trade deadline
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· August 3, 2026
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Key takeaway He is in the first season of a two-year deal worth $22 million.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made moves to strengthen their bullpen. Luke Weaver, a veteran right-hander from the New York Mets, is among the new additions. The Pirates sent a shortstop prospect to the Mets in exchange for Weaver.
Weaver's acquisition is notable due to his contract. He is in the first season of a two-year deal worth $22 million. The Pirates also added other right-handed relievers from various teams.
Further details on the Pirates' trade deadline moves are available from the source. The team is looking to end a long playoff drought, and these additions are part of their effort to achieve that goal.
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Category: local Published: August 3, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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