Pirates' deadline push heats up with addition of Luke Weaver from Mets
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Key Points:
- The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired elite reliever Luke Weaver from the New York Mets in exchange for top shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura, pending a physical.
- Weaver, 32, has been dominant this season with a 1.84 ERA, a .162 opponent batting average, and exceptional numbers against right-handed hitters, making him one of MLB’s best bullpen arms.
- The Pirates are addressing their need for right-handed relief help, following a recent trade for Camilo Doval, and Weaver is expected to serve primarily as a setup man with potential closing opportunities.
- Stafura, a highly regarded prospect who excelled in High-A ball this year, was traded due to the Pirates’ depth at shortstop and financial considerations in the deal.
- The Pirates will pay only a prorated portion of Weaver’s salary this season, with the Mets covering most of his 2025 salary, allowing Pittsburgh financial flexibility to pursue additional roster improvements.
