Luke Weaver posts heartfelt goodbye to Mets after trade as part of sell-off

It’s the moment Mets fans dreaded to see happen. After being traded to the Pirates as part of the Mets sell-off on Monday, veteran reliever Luke Weaver posted a heartfelt goodbye to the team on Instagram. “Thank you to the New York Mets, my teammates, staff, and fans! Forever grateful for the memories and relationships

The Pittsburgh Pirates have made a significant move to boost their struggling bullpen by acquiring veteran pitcher Luke Weaver from the New York Mets

Pirates give bullpen a boost by acquiring Luke Weaver from the Mets  Toronto Star

That Weaver’s addition costs the Pirates Sammy Stafura, a well-regarded position-player prospect, will sting.

Pittsburgh has revamped its struggling bullpen at the deadline

Mets trade veteran reliever Luke Weaver to Pirates  ESPN

This major trade from the Mets brought back just one prospect, albeit a good one.

Grading Pirates Trade With Yankees: Needed Bullpen Addition  Sports Illustrated

On paper, the New York Mets were supposed to contend for a World Series in 2026. With the team already blessed with stars, it didn't rest on its laurels coming into the year. Major acquisitions were made to strengthen the team after a disappointing 2025 season.The biggest offseason acquisition for the Mets may have com

Freddy Peralta says Sunday was 'probably' his final Mets start  Reuters