Seiya Suzuki would go a long way toward solving many of the Pirates' biggest issues on the offensive side of the ball. The question, as always, is whether or not they can afford him.
Brandon Glick argues that while upcoming free agent Seiya Suzuki could solve the Pittsburgh Pirates' offensive issues, his high market cost poses a significant financial challenge. Suzuki, who posted a 134 wRC+ and excels against left-handed pitching, has reportedly been linked to Pittsburgh in rumors as he prepares to hit free agency.
The writer notes that signing Suzuki would address Pittsburgh's poor second-half hitting while weakening the Chicago Cubs. However, Glick warns that competition could push the 32-year-old outfielder's permanent free-agent contract into nine-figure territory, leaving general manager Ben Cherington to decide whether to pursue one expensive star or multiple affordable additions.
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