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Pirates make Mets reliever Luke Weaver among several additions to the bullpen at the trade deadline
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Will Graves, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Pirates gave up 21-year-old shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura in exchange for Weaver.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made a move to strengthen their bullpen by acquiring Luke Weaver from the New York Mets. Weaver is a 32-year-old veteran right-hander who is currently in the first season of a two-year contract. The Pirates gave up 21-year-old shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura in exchange for Weaver.
This move is seen as an aggressive push by the Pirates to improve their chances. Further details about the trade and its implications are available from the source, including the potential impact on the Pirates' bid for a National League wild card.
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Category: local Published: August 3, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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