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Pirates cut ties with deadline pickup Doval
The former All-Star reliever acquired from the Yankees in July couldn't find his form in Pittsburgh.
In brief
The former All-Star reliever acquired from the Yankees in July couldn't find his form in Pittsburgh. Even high-profile deadline trades don't always work out, and teams must be willing to cut losses quickly. Originally reported by Mlb.
Pirates DFA former All-Star
The Pirates designated right-handed reliever Camilo Doval for assignment after acquiring him from the Yankees at the Trade Deadline.
What the Pirates gave up
Pittsburgh traded prospects Omar Alfonzo and Luis Cruz to the Yankees to acquire Doval, hoping to restore his talents after a rough season in New York.
Doval's brief Pirates tenure
In 20 games with Pittsburgh, Doval posted a 3.79 ERA and walked 14 batters across 19 innings, failing to deliver the impact the team expected.
Manager explains the move
Don Kelly said the Pirates wanted to maximize innings with bulk pitchers and younger arms for their final two bullpen games of the season.
“He had some really good games and a couple tough ones. He's got some really good stuff, and ultimately, it really just came down to being able to maximize innings.”
Yates returns to replace him
Veteran reliever Kirby Yates was activated from the 15-day injured list to take Doval's spot on the active roster.
Doval's future uncertain
The former National League saves leader is likely to be non-tendered by the Pirates this offseason, ending his time with the organization.
The takeaway
Even high-profile deadline trades don't always work out, and teams must be willing to cut losses quickly.
