Pirates acquired LHP Brandon Eisert and INF Jacob Gonzalez from the White Sox for LHP Jaden Woods and a 2026 Competitive Balance A pick.

The 28-year-old southpaw has struggled in his time with the White Sox this season, posting a 5.93 ERA, 1.24 WHIP and a 32/8 K/BB ratio across 27 1/3 innings in his 25 appearances. He should still help to stabilize the middle of the Pirates’ bullpen given their recent struggles. The Pirates will have to make a corresponding move on Saturday before he’s added to the active roster.