The Pirates cleared out Tsung-Che Cheng to accommodate a proven second baseman in Brandon Lowe only to potentially find themselves searching for another one just a year later.
Former Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Tsung-Che Cheng was traded from the Boston Red Sox to the Detroit Tigers for cash considerations on Thursday. Cheng was originally designated for assignment by Pittsburgh in December 2025 to clear roster room for second baseman Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum, and Mason Montgomery. Detroit marks Cheng's sixth MLB organization in less than a year, having also spent time with Tampa Bay, New York, and Washington.
Emma Lingan of Rum Bunter argues that Cheng's trade highlights an ironic dilemma for Pittsburgh heading into the offseason. Lowe officially entered free agency following a 35-homer campaign that helped Pittsburgh finish 82-80, potentially leaving the Pirates searching for a starting second baseman after sacrificing middle-infield depth to acquire him just one season prior.
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