The Pirates bolstered their offense by acquiring second baseman Brandon Lowe, outfielder Jake Mangum, and pitcher Mason Montgomery in a three-team trade with the Astros and Rays, sending Mike Burrows to Houston. Despite this addition, GM Ben Cherington aims for another “proven bat” this offseason to support a struggling lineup that finished 28th in wRC+. The team is also exploring options for a third baseman and potential DH replacements to enhance their offense. Cherington is cautious about trading more rotation depth but remains open to strategic moves if they align with both short-term and long-term goals.
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