PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a significant push to improve their beleaguered bullpen at the trade deadline Monday, acquiring a handful of relievers, most notably veteran right-hander Luke Weaver from the New York Mets. Pittsburgh, looking to end a decade-long playoff drought, sent 21-year-old shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura to the Mets in exchange for the 32-year-old Weaver. The Pirates brought in former All-Star reliever Camilo Doval from the New York Yankees on Saturday. A converted starting pitcher, Weaver has been excellent since moving to the bullpen full-time in 2024 with the New York Yankees. While the Pirates could use Weaver as a closer, he’s more likely to see action in high-leverage situations before the ninth.