David Bednar Trade Should Be the Death Blow to Paul Skenes’ Pirates Future originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Perhaps the worst part about the 2025 MLB trade deadline involves a player who, as of publication, had not been traded — and who almost certainly won’t be traded anytime soon.

The New York Yankees are reportedly finalizing a trade to acquire Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar. ESPN's Jeff Passan reported, citing sources, that the Pirates are receiving catching prospects Rafael Flores and Edgleen Perez and outfielder Brian Sanchez.