Pirates focus on run prevention ahead of MLB trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:18 PM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates are addressing roster improvements as the MLB trade deadline approaches. The team has recently bolstered its offense but aims to upgrade its defense and bullpen quality. The Pirates are exploring trades while believing there may be internal solutions to enhance run prevention. Key potential targets include San Francisco Giants' second baseman Luis Arraez and Minnesota Twins' outfielder Byron Buxton. Pittsburgh is currently positioned with a +14 run differential, a significant improvement from last season when they allowed 62 more runs than they scored.
- •Pirates improved roster with offensive additions like Brandon Lowe and Ryan O'Hearn.
- •Internal solutions are considered for improving run prevention.
- •Luis Arraez and Byron Buxton are potential trade targets.
- •Pittsburgh has a +14 run differential this season.
- 2:18 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates 'concentrating' on this area of their roster at MLB trade deadline
"Pittsburgh can make a serious run in 2026.
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