According to multiple sources, the Pirates have discussed the possibility of a contract extension with shortstop Jordy Mercer. It sounds like the talks have been rather limited and the two sides reportedly aren’t close to a deal. Mercer is coming off what should probably be regarded as a standard offensive season, posting a line of 256/328/374, good for an OPS+ of 87. These are very close to his career numbers of 257/313/377 and 90. He did put up walk and K rates that were easily career bests. Mercer’s defense, though, slipped considerably according to most defensive metrics, from above average to well below average.
Pirates have discussed extension with Jordy Mercer
