The Yankees trade Camilo Doval to Pittsburgh

The Yankees trade Camilo Doval to Pittsburgh
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The New York Yankees are expected to be aggressive buyers leading up to the MLB trade deadline.

However, that won't stop the Bombers from parting ways with a few players who don't fit into their puzzle.

In fact, that's exactly what happened this afternoon (Saturday), when the Pittsburgh Pirates acquired reliever Camilo Doval from the Bronx.

Doval has a 4.54 ERA and an average of 8.8 strikeouts per nine innings over 39 2/3 innings this season with the Yankees.

The 29-year-old has 109 career saves but hasn't served in that role for quite some time. Doval could, however, help the Pirates' bullpen as they aim for a playoff spot.

In return, New York acquires two prospects: catcher Omar Alfonzo and outfielder Luis Cruz.

Details to follow.

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