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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 15
Pirates' failure can be explained by new prospect's revelation

Pirates' longtime failure can be explained by their new prospect's shocking revelation

It's not just a lack of spending or money that keeps the Pirates at the bottom of the MLB standings every year. It's also the fact that they are poorly run.

Paul Skenes' recent struggles open door for Phillies aces in NL Cy Young race
Francisco Lindor reveals 'most important thing' amid Mets' ongoing crisis
Cubs star commits ninth-inning baserunning blunder in loss
Eugenio Suarez struggling with slugging after trade to Mariners
Cal Raleigh has an absolutely perfect bat for Players' Weekend
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / August 8

Pirates prospect update: Catcher Rafael Flores

On this edition of the Pirates’ prospect update series, we take a look at the newly acquired catcher/first baseman Rafael Flores. Flores was just recently acquired from the New York Yankees in the David Bednar trade, and he was rated as their most MLB ready prospect.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 31
Yankees Land David Bednar, but Rafael Flores Headliner Raises Eyebrows

Yankees Land David Bednar, but Rafael Flores Headliner Raises Eyebrows

The New York Yankees made a decisive move by acquiring All-Star closer David Bednar from the Pittsburgh Pirates. The addition addresses a clear weakness in the Yankees' bullpen, which has struggled to shut down games consistently this season.

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MLB News / New Baseball Media / July 31
Yankees Acquire David Bednar from Pirates: What to Make of Move

Yankees Acquire David Bednar from Pirates: What to Make of Move

Relievers have taken over the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline. The latest one to move was David Bednar, who was traded from the Pirates to the Yankees on the 31st.

New York Yankees News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 26
New York Yankees Top Prospect Reportedly Drawing Serious Trade Interest

New York Yankees Top Prospect Reportedly Drawing Serious Trade Interest

If the New York Yankees are looking to add in the coming days, they may have to part ways with some of the young talent rising through the ranks of their farm system.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / July 7
Yankees Prospects Jones and Flores Boosting Stock as Trade Deadline Nears

Yankees Prospects Jones and Flores Boosting Stock as Trade Deadline Nears

Rafael Flores wasn’t the most hyped name in the system, but he’s forcing his way into every conversation. The 21-year-old slugger leads Double-A Somerset in RBIs and ranks second in the entire Eastern League.

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