LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. -- The Pirates spent a big chunk of 2017 without a dedicated fourth outfielder on their roster, instead shuffling a variety of super-utility men and converted infielders into the corner spots as they dealt with Starling Marte's suspension and Gregory Polanco's various injuries.
Pittsburgh may address that need this offseason, general manager Neal Huntington said on Tuesday at the Winter Meetings, but it sounds like that will only happen if the Bucs find a fit with a fourth outfielder who represents a clear upgrade over their existing options.
"We're looking [for an extra outfielder] via trade or free agency," Huntington said, "but it has to be something that makes sense for us.