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Here’s where the Pirates stand in the offseason power rankings

Earlier this week, ESPN published their way-too-early MLB power rankings for next season, and you might be suprised where they have your Pittsburgh Pirates ranked. The Bucs are coming in at number nine! Here’s what ESPN has to say about…

By Darren Yuvan · Bucs Dugout

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 10:30 AM

Key Things to Know

ESPN ranked the Pittsburgh Pirates ninth in their way-too-early MLB offseason power rankings.
The Pirates completed the 2026 season with an 82-80 record after achieving an 11-win improvement.
Bucs Dugout notes key priorities include re-signing 35-homer free agent Brandon Lowe.

The Story in 60 Seconds

ESPN placed the Pittsburgh Pirates at ninth in their way-too-early MLB power rankings following an 82-80 finish in the 2026 season. The ranking highlights Pittsburgh's 11-win improvement, which was propelled by their offense rising to sixth in the majors in runs scored after finishing last in 2025.

Writer Darren Yuvan emphasizes that Pittsburgh has a viable route to the postseason by re-signing free agent Brandon Lowe, maintaining offensive progression from young players like Konnor Griffin, and relying on a starting rotation featuring Paul Skenes, Bubba Chandler, and Jared Jones.

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