The Pittsburgh Pirates have fewer question marks throughout the roster than in previous years.
While backup catcher, one or two utility jobs, and a few bullpen spots remain up for grabs, the starting nine can nearly be written in ink for Opening Day.
The same applies to the starting rotation. Barring spring injuries, the Pirates will deploy five - possibly even six - pitchers to begin the 2023 season.
Mitch Keller
Mitch Keller molded into a reliable pitcher down the stretch last year, earning the nod Wednesday as the Pirates' Opening Day starter.