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Three things the Pirates need to do to have a successful offseason

The Pittsburgh Pirates are coming off their best season in a decade, and yet it still wasn’t enough. A big reason the club won 82 games in 2026 was because of the work they did last offseason. If the Pirates…

By Jaiman White · Bucs Dugout

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 9:11 AM

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Jaiman White argues the Pirates must re-sign Brandon Lowe, add a right-handed hitter, and sign a left-handed starter.
Brandon Lowe hit a franchise-record 35 home runs for Pittsburgh in 2026 before entering free agency.
White suggests pursuing Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes to boost the lineup against left-handed pitching.

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Following an 82-win campaign in 2026, writer Jaiman White outlines three crucial offseason priorities for the Pittsburgh Pirates to build a contender for 2027. White argues that the club must re-sign free-agent slugger Brandon Lowe, acquire a quality right-handed hitter, and add a left-handed starting pitcher to the rotation.

White identifies third baseman Isaac Paredes as a strong target to improve offensive production against left-handed pitchers and solidify third base. Additionally, with Mitch Keller struggling and injured, White points to Cleveland Guardians All-Star Foster Griffin as an ideal left-handed target to complement Paul Skenes and the rotation.

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