Today I discussed the needs for the Pirates as the trade deadline approaches, pointing out that they could use upgrades in the infield, first base, right field, and pitching. I'd say the biggest priority would be the infield, due to the injuries to Jordy Mercer and Josh Harrison.
But then there's the topic of whether the Pirates even need to make a trade at all. Earlier this week, Jonah Keri had an interesting thought about the Pirates, while listing them as one of the top four teams in baseball.
This is the strongest team the Pirates have fielded during the impressive run that started in 2013.