Writer’s note: it’s complicated predicting trades, especially in baseball, so we are only taking a look at potential free agent signings.
Should Ben Cherington keep his word and make an attempt at contending next season, there’s no question he will need to bring a few new faces to the Pittsburgh Pirates in the impending offseason.
The Pirates’ GM has said numerous times that the team plans on exploring the trade market and free agency in hopes of bolstering the roster enough to contend for a playoff spot:
Pirates GM Ben Cherington on his radio show on 93.