What Big Bat Should the Pirates Target This Offseason? Join the Debate! 

The Pittsburgh Pirates are at a crossroads, and the upcoming offseason could be pivotal for their future. After another disappointing season, finishing with a 76-86 record and missing the playoffs for the ninth consecutive year, the question looms: what direction should the Pirates take to finally break their postseason drought?

Analyst Jason Mackey suggests that the Pirates need to secure a big bat for first base, which raises some intriguing points for discussion. Should the Pirates stick with Bryan Reynolds in left field and Oneil Cruz in center, or is it time to shake things up? With names like Paul Goldschmidt, Ryan Mountcastle, and Yandy Diaz potentially available, who do you think would be the best fit for the Pirates?

Moreover, with rookie sensation Paul Skenes winning the NL Rookie of the Year and being a finalist for the Cy Young, is he the cornerstone the Pirates can build around? What other moves should the Pirates consider to complement their young ace and finally return to competitive baseball?

Let’s dive into the debate! What bold predictions do you have for the Pirates this offseason? Can they finally make a splash in free agency, or are we looking at another year of rebuilding? Share your thoughts and let’s discuss the future of this storied franchise!