RP - FA RET
- Age 39
- Yavapai College (AZ)
- Bats: L
- Throws: R
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- P #195
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Kirby Yates confirmed that he’ll retire at the end of the 2026 season.
Fantasy Impact
Yates finishes his career with a 3.35 ERA and 101 saves in his 518 appearances.
The Pirates reinstated Kirby Yates from the injured list on Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
Yates has been on the shelf for all of September, but he will return to the Pittsburgh bullpen for the final stretch of the season. The veteran has a 3.40 ERA and 47 strikeouts in 39 2/3 innings pitched at the MLB level this year.
Kirby Yates remains without a clear timetable to return.
Fantasy Impact
Yates had been hopeful to return this past weekend. It is unclear if he'll be activated this week.
The Pirates placed RHP Kirby Yates on the 15-day injured list with a right shoulder impingement.
Fantasy Impact
Yates had been pitching well since being acquired by Pittsburgh. He'll miss at least the next couple of weeks.
The Pirates activated Kirby Yates.
Fantasy Impact
Yates was acquired by Pittsburgh ahead of the trade deadline. He'll make an immediate impact in the bullpen for the Pirates.
