Yankees trade for David Bednar to strengthen bullpen ahead of playoff push originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Yankees finally made their bullpen move. According to Jeff Passan of The Athletic, New York is acquiring David Bednar from the Pirates, giving manager Aaron Boone the high-leverage arm he’s been missing for most of 2025.

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

Bednar becomes the Yankees' top reliever in terms of average fastball velocity. He is under club control through the 2026 season.