July 2017 - Pittsburgh Pirates Wiretap

The Pittsburgh Pirates and New York Yankees are once again discussing a trade centered around Gerrit Cole, according to a report.

The Pirates are now "motivated" to move the right-hander and the Yankees are currently the most likely landing spot.

Cole, 27, is controllable for another two seasons.

The New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates are discussing a trade that would send Gerrit Cole to the American League for a package centered around Clint Frazier, according to a report.

Pittsburgh would also like a young starting pitcher on the verge of the Major Leagues. New York's Chance Adams may best fit that description.

Cole, 27, won't be a free agent until 2020.