One realistic trade, one bold trade and one disastrous Pirates move at the GM Meetings

Emma Lingan of Rum Bunter examines three hypothetical trades the Pittsburgh Pirates could consider at the MLB General Managers Meetings in Las Vegas. Following an 82-80 finish in 2026, general manager Ben Cherington faces a limited window before a potential labor stoppage on December 1, as well as the possible departure of free agent second baseman Brandon Lowe.

Lingan suggests acquiring Athletics infielder Zack Gelof as a realistic target and proposing a blockbuster deal for Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday as a bold move. Conversely, Lingan argues that trading young pitcher Jared Jones for a short-term offensive upgrade like Jo Adell would be a disastrous mistake for Pittsburgh's future.