Pirates Trade Reliever Cam Sanders to Orioles
The Pittsburgh Pirates announced a trade that sent veteran reliever Cam Sanders to the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, with the move being framed as a cash‑swap to free up space on the 40‑man roster.
Sanders, a 29‑year‑old right‑hander, had been designated for assignment after posting an 8.68 earned‑run average over nine innings in the majors this season. In limited action he surrendered nine hits, walked ten batters and struck out thirteen, resulting in a career‑high 8.44 ERA across fifteen appearances over the past two years.
Despite the middling big‑league numbers, Sanders posted a strong 2.96 ERA in 24.1 innings at Triple‑A Indianapolis, where he recorded one save and fanned 44 opponents.
The trade also brings left‑handed pitcher Brandon Eisert and infielder Jacob Gonzalez into the Pirates’ player development mix, adding depth to both the bullpen and the infield as the club looks ahead to the next stretch of the season.
Roster Outlook
Pittsburgh Baseball Now reported that the organization views the acquisitions as a chance to inject fresh arms and versatile bats into the pipeline, while the Orioles gain a proven reliever who can contribute immediately.