The 2025-2026 MLB free agent class could expand in the coming weeks. Many teams and players have options to either return to their organization for another season or test the open waters. This could mean the Pittsburgh Pirates will have even more options to consider when the offseason opens.
While the Pirates obviously won’t be big spenders, they could find some bargains after players opt out of their current deals, or teams buy out players they don’t feel are worth the opt-in price.
3 potential free agents whose contract options can lead them to Pittsburgh Pirates
Ha-Seong Kim
The Pirates could use a holdover at shortstop until Konnor Griffin is ready, as well as a better option at second base than Nick Gonzales.