“Pirates come to mind as a good trade partner”- MLB insider drops a major update on Yankees reunion with their former star

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 9, 2025, 23:46 IST

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Amidst a season plagued by injuries and inconsistent performances, the New York Yankees are reportedly considering a reunion with former pitcher Andrew Heaney. According to MLB insiders, the Yankees might trade Carlos Carrasco to acquire Heaney from the Pittsburgh Pirates. Heaney, currently on a $5.25 million contract with the Pirates, previously struggled with the Yankees in 2021, posting a 7.

“Pirates come to mind as a good trade partner”- MLB insider drops a major update on Yankees reunion with their former star (Image Source: Getty)

The New York Yankees roster has been plagued with injuries during the 2025 MLB season. As the struggles of the Yankees continue to keep their heads above water, the starting rotation of the reputed MLB team has been a cause of concern. With the injuries obstructing the Yankees' lineup and the inconsistent performance of the athletes, recently an MLB insider went on to drop a major update on the Yankees' reunion with their former star Andrew Heaney.

MLB insider on Yankees' possible reunion with their alum Andrew Heaney

With the 2025 MLB season already in full swing, the New York Yankees are looking forward to bringing changes to the team roster.

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According to the MLB rumor mill, the Yankees might look forward to trading the Venezuelan pitching star Carlos Carrasco during the ongoing season in order to strengthen their starting lineup. According to an update by an MLB insider, the New York Yankees might look forward to roping in the Pittsburgh Pirates star Andrew Heaney. Reputed media outlet Sports Illustrated’s Kenneth Teape suggested that the Yankees might welcome back their $5 million former star in order to add depth to their pitching rotation. He said, "It wouldn’t hurt for the Yankees to explore the trade market early and see if anyone is willing to sell a useful starting pitcher.”

He further elaborated-“The Pittsburgh Pirates come to mind as a good trade partner with veteran Andrew Heaney on a one-year deal and top prospect Bubba Chandler looking ready for a shot in the MLB."http://co.cuckootool.com/3sw663_1rkmuflfzqrun/5prkysza?1eqt=1kaNdFplQzinFuDuring one of the most turbulent phases of his career in 2021, Andrew Heaney went on to post a 7.32 ERA over 12 starts. Reportedly he gave up 13 home runs and recorded a 1.35 WHIP in just 35.2 innings. His short stint with the Yankees left a poor impression, and the rest is history. He was roped in to the Pittsburgh Pirates roster on February 22, 2025, for $5.25 million for the ongoing MLB season. Also Read: “Always impresses me”- Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed being impressed by Max Fried’s great performance

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