Pittsburgh Pirates Designated Camilo Doval for Assignment
The team removed the relief pitcher from the active roster while activating Kirby Yates from the injured list.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Baseball
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The Pittsburgh Pirates have designated relief pitcher Camilo Doval for assignment. The roster move occurred as the team activated relief pitcher Kirby Yates from the 15-Day injured list.
Why it matters
The team acquired Doval from the New York Yankees before the trade deadline in an attempt to improve his performance on the mound. The decision to cut him follows his struggles with control during his tenure with the club.
Camilo Doval recorded a 3.79 ERA across 20 appearances for Pittsburgh, during which he pitched 19 innings and walked 14 batters.
The players
Pittsburgh Pirates
A professional baseball team based in Pittsburgh that competes in the National League Central division of Major League Baseball.
Camilo Doval
A professional relief pitcher who was acquired by the Pirates from the New York Yankees via a trade deadline deal.
Kirby Yates
An experienced relief pitcher who rejoined the active Pittsburgh roster after completing his recovery from the 15-Day injured list.
New York Yankees
A professional baseball team based in the Bronx that previously employed Camilo Doval before his trade to Pittsburgh.
The details
Doval was placed on waivers to see if he could remain within the organization, a move necessary because he has no remaining minor league options. Kirby Yates returns to the roster immediately to bolster the bullpen following his stint on the injured list.
Timeline
September 22, 2026: The Pirates designated Camilo Doval for assignment and activated Kirby Yates.
Season Trajectory
This roster move reflects the Pittsburgh Pirates' ongoing attempts to solidify bullpen performance as the season nears its conclusion. Managing high-leverage arms through the trade deadline and subsequent waiver adjustments remains a critical factor in determining the team's late-season competitive balance.
Fantasy managers should note that Kirby Yates is now available to reclaim save opportunities for Pittsburgh. The removal of Doval effectively ends his fantasy relevance for the remainder of the current campaign.
The takeaway
Front offices often move quickly to finalize bullpens in the final weeks of the regular season. This transaction underscores the importance of command statistics for relief pitchers in high-pressure roles.
Further reading
For more updates on roster moves and team performance, visit the Pittsburgh Baseball section.
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