# 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.
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- Summary: 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…
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## 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.
## Key takeaway

Even high-profile deadline trades don't always work out, and teams must be willing to cut losses quickly.