Fansided · Feb 19
Pirates’ Andrew McCutchen misstep may echo louder than they think
Aug 16, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates designated hitter Andrew McCutchen (22) reacts after striking out during the ninth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images | Patrick Gorski-Imagn ImagesThis offseason, the Pittsburgh Pirates finally did what fans have begged them to do for years: spend with intent.
They chased impact bats. They reshaped an offense that posted an 82 wRC+ and just 117 home runs. They stepped into conversations around the league for something other than Paul Skenes’ generational brilliance.