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MLB GM Meetings preview: Free agency and trade talks take on new urgency
Tarik Skubal leads the free-agent market, but a deep pool of trade candidates could give teams another path to improve before a potential freeze.More Team News

Pirates' latest Brandon Lowe contract projection exposes an embarrassing 12-year reality
ESPN’s Brandon Lowe projection puts Pittsburgh’s spending history under the scope. Nearly 12 years later, the Pirates still haven’t topped $39 million.
ESPN just raised the stakes for Pirates' most important offseason in years
The Pittsburgh Pirates rank well in ESPN's power rankings on the strength of their young talent, but not adding veteran reinforcements is playing with fire.
Pirates' latest power-hitting breakout raises an uncomfortable question about Oneil Cruz
Pirates prospect Tony Blanco Jr.'s power draws comparisons to Oneil Cruz, but Pittsburgh must avoid repeating the same developmental mistakes.
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Brandon Lowe Silver Slugger recognition exposes the flaw in Pirates' biggest offseason success
Brandon Lowe's Silver Slugger recognition validates Ben Cherington's best Pirates trade, but Pittsburgh risks losing its biggest offensive addition after just one season.
Brandon Lowe Silver Slugger finalist validation makes him harder to replace and harder to afford
Brandon Lowe's Silver Slugger finalist nod reinforces his value to the Pirates, but it could also make retaining him in free agency even more expensive.
Pirates could make embarrassing decision with Jared Triolo before lockout
The Pirates could make an offseason mistake by non-tendering Gold Glove finalist Jared Triolo, whose defensive versatility remains valuable.
Pirates' biggest spending problem won't be fixed by MLB's latest salary floor proposal
MLB's latest salary floor proposal gives Pirates owner Bob Nutting another year to avoid spending as Pittsburgh looks to build on its winning season.
Pirates linked to two expensive free agent lefties, but only one of them fits in Pittsburgh
The Pirates have been linked to free-agent lefties Robbie Ray and Foster Griffin, but only one makes sense as a long-term investment for Pittsburgh.
Ben Cherington's offseason comments could become a dangerous promise to Pirates fans
With a potential work stoppage looming, November will be an important test of Ben Cherington's willingness to capitalize on the progress the Pirates made in 2026.
Pirates qualifying offer history gives Brandon Lowe two very different paths
The Pirates' qualifying offer history with Russell Martin and Francisco Liriano reveals two very different possible outcomes for Brandon Lowe's free agency.
Cubs' Ian Happ decision gives Pirates a tempting free-agent opportunity with one major flaw
The Cubs' decision not to extend Ian Happ a qualifying offer opens the door for a Pirates hometown reunion, but one glaring weakness raises concerns.
Pirates' first offseason waiver addition from Brewers comes with one major red flag
The Pirates claimed Akil Baddoo off waivers from the Brewers, but his struggles against lefties and lack of minor league options raise concerns about his fit.

