The Pittsburgh Pirates acquire right-handed reliever Ron Marinaccio from the San Diego Padres ahead of the trade deadline. Multiple reports say the teams agree to the deal in exchange for signing bonus pool considerations. The Pirates make the move as they contend for a National League wild card spot, with the deadline approaching and the race for available playoff positions remaining tight.
Marinaccio, 31, brings major-league bullpen experience to Pittsburgh. This season with San Diego, he posts a 1–0 record with a 4.79 ERA across 33 appearances, according to one report. The Pirates are seeking additional bullpen depth to address performance issues in high-leverage situations earlier in the year.
The transaction is presented as a practical roster adjustment for the stretch run, with the Pirates adding a reliever option while the Padres part with Marinaccio and receive compensation related to the club’s signing bonus pool. The specific details of how the compensation affects Pittsburgh’s pool are described as considerations in the trade terms.
