Pirates Trade for Utility Player Enmanuel Valdez from Red Sox

Pittsburgh acquires Valdez in exchange for minor league pitcher Joe Vogatsky as both teams make roster adjustments ahead of the offseason.

Enmanuel Valdez, a 25-year-old utility player, joins the Pittsburgh Pirates after being traded by the Boston Red Sox.
Valdez, who primarily plays second base, batted .214 with six home runs and 28 RBIs in 65 games during the 2024 MLB season.
The Red Sox designated Valdez for assignment earlier this week following their acquisition of pitcher Garrett Crochet from the White Sox.
In exchange, the Pirates sent 22-year-old right-handed pitcher Joe Vogatsky, a 19th-round pick from the 2024 MLB draft, to Boston.
The trade reflects roster adjustments by both teams, with Valdez adding depth to Pittsburgh’s infield options and Vogatsky bolstering Boston’s pitching prospects.