The Pirates can't control how the league operates during the impending MLB lockout, but that won't stop them from taking a serious PR hit once the work stoppage begins.
Writer Brandon Glick argues that an MLB lockout memo highlights troubling optics for Pittsburgh Pirates owner Bob Nutting. Under the anticipated labor stoppage guidelines, MLB clubs reportedly cannot promote player names, images, or likenesses on team websites, yet franchises remain permitted to sell player merchandise during the freeze.
Glick contends this dynamic will worsen public perception of Nutting, who has long faced criticism regarding payroll spending. The piece notes that without promotional access to young stars like Paul Skenes and Konnor Griffin, the Pirates will struggle to market hope to fans.
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