The New York Yankees acquired Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar on Thursday. The Pirates received catching prospects Rafael Flores and Edgleen Perez and outfielder Brian Sanchez. The 30-year-old closer was one of the top relief pitchers on the market this year. He joins a Yankees bullpen that includes Luke Weaver and Devin Williams.

The New York Yankees know they need help in the bullpen, and the latest reports show them pursuing Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar.

The New York Yankees are set to acquire right-handed closer David Bednar from the Pittsburgh Pirates, ESPN and the New York Post reported Thursday. The Pirates will receive three minor leaguers from New York: top catching prospect Rafael Flores,