Yankees get 2 prospects, trade Doval to Pirates
The New York Yankees are calling up right-hander Yerry De Los Santos from Triple-A to bolster their bullpen following the trade of Camilo Doval to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Manager Aaron Boone announced the move on the Talkin' Yanks podcast by Jomboy Media. The transaction for Doval brought the Yankees two prospects, catcher Omar Alfonzo and outfielder Luis Cruz, along with cash. This pitching reshuffle occurs as the team prepares for a series against the St. Louis Cardinals and follows the acquisition of first baseman Luis Garcia Jr. from Washington.
What changed
Manager Aaron Boone identified Yerry De Los Santos as the reliever being promoted from Triple-A.
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Yankees promote Yerry De Los Santos after trading Camilo Doval
The New York Yankees are calling up right-hander Yerry De Los Santos from Triple-A to bolster their bullpen following the trade of Camilo Doval to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Manager Aaron Boone announced the move on the Talkin' Yanks podcast by Jomboy Media. The transaction for Doval brought the Yankees two prospects, catcher Omar Alfonzo and outfielder Luis Cruz, along with cash. This pitching reshuffle occurs as the team prepares for a series against the St. Louis Cardinals and follows the acquisition of first baseman Luis Garcia Jr. from Washington.
Why it matters
The Yankees acted as buyers during the 2026 trade deadline but were described as less aggressive than teams like the Dodgers and Red Sox. These roster changes aim to improve both offensive production and bullpen stability before the October postseason.
What is confirmed
- The New York Yankees traded Camilo Doval and cash to the Pittsburgh Pirates for catcher Omar Alfonzo and outfielder Luis Cruz.
- Manager Aaron Boone stated on the Talkin' Yanks podcast that right-hander Yerry De Los Santos is being called up from Triple-A.
- The Yankees acquired first baseman Luis Garcia Jr. from the Washington Nationals.
Still unconfirmed
- The Yankees have made a decision regarding top prospect George Lombard Jr.
What to watch next
- Official roster activation of Yerry De Los Santos for the St. Louis Cardinals series.
- Confirmation of George Lombard Jr.'s status or promotion.
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- www.nytimes.com — MLB trade deadline grades for all 30 teams: Dodgers, Tigers, Red Sox earn high marks
- www.cbssports.com — Fantasy Baseball Trade Deadline Tracker: A complete rundown, from Adley Rutschman to Heliot Ramos
- sports.yahoo.com — Yankees Make Notable Pitching Move Before Game Against Cardinals
- heavy.com — New York Yankees Make George Lombard Jr. Decision After Trade Deadline
- pitcherlist.com — Breaking Down All 30 Teams Following 2026 MLB Trade Deadline
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Yankees promote Yerry De Los Santos after trading Camilo Doval to Pirates
The New York Yankees are recalling right-hander Yerry De Los Santos from Triple-A to fill the bullpen vacancy created by the trade of Camilo Doval to the Pittsburgh Pirates. Manager Aaron Boone announced the move via the Talkin' Yanks podcast. The Yankees received Double-A catcher Omar Alfonzo and outfielder Luis Cruz in the Doval deal. This pitching reshuffle occurs during a series against the St. Louis Cardinals and follows the team's acquisition of first baseman Luis Garcia Jr. from the Washington Nationals.
Why it matters
The Yankees operated as a less aggressive buyer compared to teams like the Dodgers and Red Sox during the 2026 trade deadline. The Pirates acted as buyers in this cycle. These moves aim to stabilize the bullpen and improve offensive production for a postseason push.
What is confirmed
- The New York Yankees traded Camilo Doval and cash to the Pittsburgh Pirates for Omar Alfonzo and Luis Cruz.
- Manager Aaron Boone stated that Yerry De Los Santos is being called up from Triple-A.
- The Yankees acquired first baseman Luis Garcia Jr. from the Washington Nationals.
Still unconfirmed
- The Yankees made a decision regarding top prospect George Lombard Jr. during the St. Louis Cardinals series.
What to watch next
- Performance of Yerry De Los Santos in his first appearances for the Yankees.
- Official status of George Lombard Jr.'s roster movement.
confidence 90%Sources used for this update (5)
- www.nytimes.com — MLB trade deadline grades for all 30 teams: Dodgers, Tigers, Red Sox earn high marks
- www.cbssports.com — Fantasy Baseball Trade Deadline Tracker: A complete rundown, from Adley Rutschman to Heliot Ramos
- sports.yahoo.com — Yankees Make Notable Pitching Move Before Game Against Cardinals
- heavy.com — New York Yankees Make George Lombard Jr. Decision After Trade Deadline
- pitcherlist.com — Breaking Down All 30 Teams Following 2026 MLB Trade Deadline
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Yankees trade Camilo Doval to Pirates for two prospects
The New York Yankees traded reliever Camilo Doval and cash considerations to the Pittsburgh Pirates for two prospects. New York acquired Double-A catcher Omar Alfonzo and Dominican Summer League outfielder Luis Cruz in the deal. To fill the vacancy in the bullpen, the Yankees intend to promote a reliever who holds a 3.53 ERA. This transaction follows other deadline activity for the Yankees, including the acquisition of first baseman Luis Garcia Jr. from the Washington Nationals to improve their offensive production.
Why it matters
The move comes one year after the Yankees originally acquired Doval at the trade deadline. CBS Sports describes the trade as a high-upside risk for Pittsburgh and a necessary move for New York.
What is confirmed
- The New York Yankees traded reliever Camilo Doval and cash considerations to the Pittsburgh Pirates.
- The Yankees received Double-A catcher Omar Alfonzo and Dominican Summer League outfielder Luis Cruz in exchange for Doval.
- The Yankees acquired first baseman Luis Garcia Jr. from the Washington Nationals.
Still unconfirmed
- The Yankees plan to promote a reliever with a 3.53 ERA to replace Doval.
- The Yankees added a catcher in a separate trade ahead of the deadline.
What to watch next
- Official roster announcement of the promoted reliever
- Performance data for Omar Alfonzo and Luis Cruz in the Yankees system
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- The New York Times — MLB trade deadline live updates and rumors: Guardians send Bo Naylor to Brewers; latest transactions and analysis
- ESPN — Pirates trading for Yankees reliever Camilo Doval, sources say
- MLB.com — Yankees trading reliever Doval to Pirates for 2 prospects (source)
- CBS Sports — Camilo Doval trade grades: Pirates take high-upside risk; Yankees had no choice but to move on
- Yahoo Sports — Yankees make 1st trade ahead of deadline, add a catcher
- Yahoo Sports — Yankees plan to promote 3.53 ERA reliever to replace Camilo Doval after trade
- WTAE — Pirates acquire relief pitcher Camilo Doval from Yankees
- NJ.com — Yankees turn to big-arm reliever to replace one who failed
- Baseball America — Yankees Land Omar Alfonzo, Luis Cruz In Camilo Doval Deal
- sports.yahoo.com — Yankees dump Camilo Doval in trade with Pirates
- ca.sports.yahoo.com — Yankees' Next Trade Deadline Move Couldn't Be More Obvious
- nypost.com — Yankees trade for Nationals’ Luis Garcia Jr. to bolster offense at deadline