Sisk Out, Pirates Reassess Bullpen | MLB News

Lefty reliever Evan Sisk, a key bullpen arm for the Pirates this season with a strong ERA and strikeout rate, has been sidelined on the 15-day injured list due to elbow inflammation — a blow at a critical juncture as the team eyes the trade deadline. His absence opens the door for Hunter Stratton to step in, but raises questions about bullpen depth and whether the Pirates will pursue another reliever, especially given Sisk’s value in mixing sinkers and sweepers. Acquired last year in the Bailey Falter trade, Sisk’s return timeline remains uncertain, forcing the Pirates to lean on other lefties like Mason Montgomery while evaluating their bullpen strategy moving forward. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/88f058bd5c30557f