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Pirates still need an outfielder after surprising Red Sox trade (and 1 stands out)

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The Pittsburgh Pirates have finally made their first major move of the offseason by sending Johan Oviedo and two prospects to the Boston Red Sox for Jhostynxon Garcia and another arm. Initially, it looks like a fleece; Pittsburgh snagged a top 100 prospect with great power upside in exhange for an arbitration-2 pitcher fresh off Tommy John. This deal is very exciting, but it cannot be the only move the Pirates make in the outfield.

Garcia has a lot of promise, having above average grades for his power, speed, and defense. He even posted solid numbers in Triple-A, generating an .