For Derek Shelton, the decision to demote David Bednar to Triple-A Indianapolis was difficult, so the Pittsburgh Pirates ...

2022-2023 saw Bednar be named to the All-Star team twice, recording a National League best 39 saves in the latter year. ‘23 ...

The Pittsburgh Pirates have demoted two-time All-Star closer David Bednar to Triple-A Indianapolis, the team announced Tuesday. The move opens a roster spot for right-hander Thomas Harrington, who ...

Jorge Montanez breaks down the first week of saves across baseball with updated closer rankings and stash candidates.

David Bednar’s minor-league foray has been a fruitful one so far, according to Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton ...

The Chicago Cubs' bullpen has struggled to start the season. As a result, they could be a good fit for a struggling closer ...

Bednar, who was named a National League All-Star two years in a row from 2022-23, took a major step back last season.

Bednar made the Pirates roster as the Opening Day closer despite amassing a 10.13 ERA this spring, where he gave up nine earned runs in eight innings of work. Bednar also struggled in 2024, where he ...

The Pirates announced that they have optioned right-hander David Bednar to Triple-A Indianapolis and designated catcher Jason Delay for assignment. Those are the corresponding moves to add ...

Bednar (0-2) took the loss Sunday against the Marlins, allowing a run on one hit while not securing any outs.

They designated catcher Jason Delay for assignment to make room for this move on the 40-man roster, then optioned right-handed pitcher David Bednar to Triple-A Indianapolis to make room on the 26 ...