Devin Williams Addresses Trade After Yankees Make Decision on His Role originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

The Yankees didn't waste any time during the trade deadline frenzy before the end of July, but how will their new pieces fit into the puzzle?

With the Yankees needing help in the bullpen, the team will get David Bednar in a trade with the Pirates before the 2025 deadline.

The New York Yankees acquired Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar on Thursday. The Pirates received catching prospects Rafael Flores and Edgleen Perez and outfielder Brian Sanchez. The 30-year-old closer was one of the top relief pitchers on the market this year. He joins a Yankees bullpen that includes Luke Weaver and Devin Williams.

Yankees Just Restored World Series Hopes With Long-Awaited David Bednar Trade originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New York Yankees addressed a significant need on Thursday, swinging a deal for resurgent Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar only hours before the trade deadline.