Luke Weaver
Coverage of Luke Weaver in the Nexus archive.
- Pirates to release Marcell Ozuna, promote Ronny Simon for roster spot, AP source says
The Pittsburgh Pirates are releasing veteran designated hitter Marcell Ozuna after a poor performance, including a .203 average and 8 home runs in 70 games, and will promote Ronny Simon from Triple-A to fill his roster spot. The move aims to strengthen the team's playoff chances as they trail for the National League's third wild-card spot.
- Pirates give bullpen a boost by acquiring Luke Weaver from the Mets, AP source says
The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired veteran right-hander Luke Weaver from the New York Mets in exchange for shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura to bolster their bullpen. Weaver, signed to a two-year, $22-million deal, is expected to strengthen the Pirates' playoff push after a recent 2-7 stretch. This marks the second major trade for Pittsburgh around the deadline, following the acquisition of reliever Camilo Doval from the Yankees.