agree with ya WSWaltsSuccessor wrote: ↑09 Feb 2026 11:08 amWhat does this mean? They have the best pitcher in baseball, a stacked rotation behind him, and the best prospect in baseball knocking on the door.TXCardsFanX wrote: ↑09 Feb 2026 08:39 am I don't know why the Pirates even bother. Maybe to flip him at the deadline?
They've been trying like crazy to add offense to make this a competitive roster. They made offers to Josh Naylor, Kyle Schwarber, and Geno Suarez. Suarez took a lesser offer from the Reds.
They've traded for Brandon Lowe and Garcia and now signed Ryan O'Hearn and Ozuna. Still have Oneil Cruz and Bryan Reynolds.
It's not crazy at all to think they could contend for a WC spot with that rotation plus these additions. I think they've done a commendable job this off-season improving their team.
Ozuna signs with Pirates
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I agree. Jose Canseco’s header deserves Dishonorable Mention.Talkin' Baseball wrote: ↑09 Feb 2026 08:49 amThat is probably the most cringe outfield play I've ever seen. I laugh every time I see it.
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Yes the header would have made any soccer mom gush.butsir01 wrote: ↑10 Feb 2026 05:34 amI agree. Jose Canseco’s header deserves Dishonorable Mention.Talkin' Baseball wrote: ↑09 Feb 2026 08:49 amThat is probably the most cringe outfield play I've ever seen. I laugh every time I see it.
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Pirates have quietly reinforced their lineup with cheap power. They already have the best pitcher in baseball and more on the way. Playing in a weak division they could make a playoff push. Mos strategy was to eke into a wildcard spot and hope they get hot. The pirates actually have the arms to do some damage if they pulled that off.
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I agree. They not only could get hot anytime, but their starting staff could dominate series. They have big power in a short series, and a good four starters for the longer series.Jeff Goldblum wrote: ↑10 Feb 2026 06:45 am Pirates have quietly reinforced their lineup with cheap power. They already have the best pitcher in baseball and more on the way. Playing in a weak division they could make a playoff push. Mos strategy was to eke into a wildcard spot and hope they get hot. The pirates actually have the arms to do some damage if they pulled that off.