Pittsburgh Pirates hint at being buyers before MLB Trade Deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 4:29 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
As the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline approaches on August 1, the Pittsburgh Pirates are positioned just one game out of a Wild Card spot with a 54-52 record. General manager Ben Cherington indicated the team is prepared to buy rather than sell, emphasizing confidence in their roster's potential for a postseason push. He highlighted the need for improvements, particularly in the bullpen and batting lineup, amid ongoing injuries. Cherington stated that the team is committed to making the necessary moves to enhance their playoff chances.
- •Pittsburgh Pirates are 54-52, just one game behind in the Wild Card race.
- •Ben Cherington suggests the team will be buyers at the trade deadline.
- •The Pirates seek to strengthen their bullpen and batting line-up.
- •Cherington feels confident in the team's foundation and playoff capabilities.
- 4:29 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates sounding like “buyers” nearing MLB Trade Deadline
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