The trade deadline is at 6 p.m. on Thursday. Track the Pirates' 2025 MLB trade deadline moves below. Hometown closer David Bednar could be on the move, and reports say he could fetch a top-five prospect in return.

With the MLB trade deadline fast approaching at 6 p.m. ET Thursday, the Yankees remain in hot pursuit of more pitching. Jack Curry of the YES Network said the team remains interested in David Bednar, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ closer who is a two-time All-Star.

The Cincinnati Reds have acquired third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes from the Pittsburgh Pirates in advance of Thursday's Major League Baseball trade deadline, the teams announced Wednesday. In return the Pirates will receive lefty reliever Taylor Rogers and shortstop prospect Sammy Stafura and cash.