November 12, 2025
OUTBID: Pirates vs. Royals—Will Pittsburgh SNAG Top Outfield Trade Chips Before They’re Gone?
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Pittsburgh Pirates face a pivotal offseason—will they compete for top trade targets or watch the Kansas City Royals snag prime outfield talent? Pirates’ front office hesitancy could cost them proven hitters, with the Angels and Red Sox trade markets heating up. Is Pittsburgh ready to outmaneuver Kansas City and finally build a real contender, or will bargain shopping leave the team without difference-makers in the lineup? Gary Morgan breaks down the head-to-head battle between Nick Gonzalez and Nick York for second base, revealing which young infielder holds the edge and why decisive player evaluations matter for the Pirates’ playoff hopes. Get an inside look at advanced stat Wobicon and learn how contact quality could shape trade decisions. With the Padres facing financial turmoil, which teams will exploit offseason opportunities—and will the Pirates be aggressive enough to seize them? Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONMLB to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup . PrizePicks — Run Your Game. Click Link Here : https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONMLB Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONMLB for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. The NBA and NFL seasons are here, visit the FanDuel App today and start planning your futures bets now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER : 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.