The Pirates' catching group made major strides in 2026, but they have a clear need for a veteran presence on the roster. As such, Gary Sánchez could be the perfect fit after the Brewers declined his mutual option.
Writer Brandon Glick argues that the Pittsburgh Pirates should consider signing free-agent catcher Gary Sánchez after the Milwaukee Brewers declined their mutual option. With Endy Rodríguez expected to miss the start of the 2027 season due to hip surgery, Pittsburgh faces potential depth issues behind the plate despite having Rafael Flores Jr. and Henry Davis.
Glick suggests that Sánchez would offer valuable offensive upside and designated hitter flexibility after posting a 117 wRC+ in 2026. Furthermore, Sánchez recorded an .801 OPS against left-handed pitchers last season, which the writer highlights as a potential solution for Pittsburgh's lineup struggles against southpaws.
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