Here Is Pirates’ Biggest Need With Trade Deadline Quickly Approaching

The Pittsburgh Pirates have performed above expectations so far this season.

The All-Star Break is here and the Pirates certainly are in contention for a playoff spot. Pittsburgh currently has a 48-48 record and is 1 1/2 games out of a National League Wild Card spot. The Pirates have momentum heading into the second half of the season and are expected to be busy ahead of the 2024 Major League Baseball trade deadline.

It’s certainly going to be a busy few weeks and the trade deadline now is just two weeks away. Bleacher Report’s Joel Reuter put together a list of each team’s biggest need at the deadline and mentioned “under-the-radar additions” for Pittsburgh.

“Pittsburgh Pirates: Shop for low-cost additions, push for a winning record,” Reuter said. “For the first time in years, there’s a legitimate argument to be made for the Pirates buying at the deadline. Now they should absolutely not be parting with any prospects of significance, but making a few under-the-radar additions to chase a winning record could help their young core take the next step toward legitimate contention in 2025. Playing games that matter in September is a valuable experience for up-and-coming talent.”

The Pirates are on the upswing and have been one of the most exciting teams in baseball over the last month or so thanks in large part to the breakout success of All-Star rookie Paul Skenes. Things certainly are looking up for the Pirates and they have a young core to watch out for.

Pittsburgh has a chance to make its way back to the playoffs this year and adding at the deadline seems like a real possibility. All in all, it’s a good time to be a Pirates fan.

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