If Pirates didn't re-sign Andrew McCutchen they'd be dead last in MLB in this category

Title: Share on Facebook The Pittsburgh Pirates were not expected to be significant players in free agency this offseason, which aligns with their historical spending habits. After a promising 2024 season highlighted by Paul Skenes' performance, there was some hope among fans for roster improvements. As of the new year, the Pirates have made minimal moves in free agency, with no significant signings beyond re-signing Andrew McCutchen. McCutchen's one-year, $5 million contract renewal was seen as predictable and not an impactful move for the team. The Pirates ranked 21st out of 30 MLB teams in free agency spending, which is surprisingly high given their actual expenditure. Their total free agent spending amounts to just over $5 million, comprising only McCutchen and a lesser-known player, Elvis Alvarado. Alvarado is expected to spend most of the upcoming season in Triple-A, indicating a lack of impactful additions to the roster. The Pirates have not pursued high-profile trades during the offseason, further limiting their potential for improvement. The acquisition of Spencer Horwitz, a rookie with limited capabilities, did not meet fan expectations for significant roster enhancements. With spring training approaching, the outlook for the Pirates appears bleak based on their offseason actions thus far.

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Original Article Author: Emma Lingan