Giants amazingly add Camilo Doval off waivers after 2025 trade
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Key Points:
- The San Francisco Giants reclaimed former All-Star closer Camilo Doval off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates with three games left in the 2026 MLB season, without giving up any players in return.
- Doval was originally traded by the Giants to the New York Yankees on July 31, 2025, in exchange for four prospects but has struggled with an ERA above 4.50 since the trade.
- After his stint with the Yankees, Doval was traded to the Pirates on August 1, 2026, where he improved slightly, posting a 3.79 ERA in 20 appearances.
- Doval had a strong 2023 season with the Giants, earning an All-Star selection while recording a 2.93 ERA and 87 strikeouts over 67 2/3 innings.
