Pirates acquire 3-year MLB outfielder in trade with Orioles

Jun 21, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Members of the Pittsburgh Pirates celebrate defeating the Colorado Rockies in the at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images The Pittsburgh Pirates have made an early move before the trade deadline. They agreed to a deal with the Baltimore Orioles on Monday night. According to an announcement from both clubs, the Pirates have acquired outfielder Johnathan Rodriguez from the Orioles in exchange for cash considerations.Baltimore designated Rodriguez for assignment a few days ago. Rodriguez has played parts of three MLB seasons, appearing in a career-high 31 games with the Cleveland Guardians in 2025.He hit .197 with two home runs and 10 RBIs in 77 trips to the plate. "For the Bucs, there’s little harm in taking a shot and seeing what happen