Pirates Didn’t Add a Bat. Now the Offense Has to Deliver

The Pirates rebuilt their bullpen at the trade deadline, but they did not add another bat. Now a lineup that entered Tuesday ranked 26th in MLB with a .644 OPS since the All-Star break has to prove it can lead Pittsburgh through the postseason race.

Alex Stumpf breaks down Esmerlyn Valdez’s recent struggles and passive approach, the pressure on Bryan Reynolds, the potential impact of Oneil Cruz’s eventual return and why the offense becomes even more important with Mitch Keller sidelined and questions surrounding the starting rotation.

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