Pirates’ proposed third base solution could repeat one of their biggest 2026 mistakes

For the past several years, third base has been a tricky spot for the Pirates. First, Ke’Bryan Hayes provided sterling defense that was undercut by his lackluster back. Now, Nick Gonzales has drastically improved his offensive output but is a liability in the field. Pittsburgh will likely look to shore up the hot corner this offseason, but the front office needs to protect itself from continuing this lopsided approach.

One of the possible targets for the Pirates would be Alec Bohm. The free agent is coming off a down year (.249 average, .698 OPS), but he can still be counted on to provide some thump as evidenced by his 88 RBIs last season.

Bohm’s dismal defense, though, would put the Pirates…