Three questions for the Pittsburgh Pirates this offseason
While the Pirates appear to be primed to take the next step, it may come down to ownership and Bob Nutting's willingness to spend on the roster. The Pirates have a talented core but have several holes heading into the offseason. The Pittsburgh Pirates had a successful season in 2026, finishing third in the NL Central, marking their first winning season since 2015 and their best finish in the division since 2016. However, they failed to reach the postseason, extending their 11 consecutive years. The team's success may depend on ownership and Bob Nutting's willingness to invest in the team. The Pirates acquired second baseman Brandon Lowe from a three-team trade in 2025-26, who outperformed expectations and is expected to earn a significant pay raise over the $11.5 million he received in 2025. If Lowe accepts a qualifying offer, the Pirates will have a year to work out a longer-term deal. The question is whether the Pirates can find a way to beat left-handed pitching, which they struggled against three of their best hitters.
Publicados : 4 horas atrás por David Hill no Sports
In some ways, the 2026 season was a success for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The Pirates finished the year with an 82-80 record, finishing third in the NL Central. That marked the Pirates' first winning s... [2733 symbols]
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