Reports: Pirates trade star pitcher Taillon to Yankees

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by: Jack Wascher

Posted: Jan 24, 2021 / 12:45 PM EST / Updated: Jan 24, 2021 / 12:45 PM EST

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (WTAJ) – The Pirates are hiding their intentions about winning in 2021.

According to multiple reports, the club is in the final stages of trading the ace of their pitching staff, Jameson Taillon, to the New York Yankees for prospects.

The New York Yankees have acquired Jameson Taillon from the Pittsburgh Pirates for Miguel Yajure, Roansy Contreras, Maikel Escotto and
Canaan Smith, sources tell ESPN.
— Jeff Passan (@JeffPassan) January 24, 2021

Source confirms: The Yankees have agreed to acquire RHP Jameson Taillon from the Pirates. The deal is subject to a review of medical records. First: @JonHeyman.
— Ken Rosenthal (@Ken_Rosenthal) January 24, 2021