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Pirates Eye Castellanos, Schwarber for 2025 Roster Boost

12/6/2025

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Pirates Pursue Upgrades

The Pittsburgh Pirates are pursuing roster improvements for the 2025 season.
The Pirates target Nick Castellanos of the Philadelphia Phillies and Kyle Schwarber, a National League MVP finalist.
The Pirates claimed former Giants prospect Marco Luciano off waivers.
Castellanos is a 13-year veteran with a $20 million contract.
The Pirates plan to improve the lineup within financial constraints amid potential trades.

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Pirates Trade for Prospects

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired Jhostynxon Garcia from the Boston Red Sox, Boston's No. 6 prospect who hit 21 home runs last season in the minors.
The Pirates also acquired minor league right-hander Jesus Travieso from the Boston Red Sox.
The Pirates sent Johan Oviedo to Boston.
The Pirates sent Tyler Samaniego and Adonys Guzman to Boston.

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Pirates Pursue Upgrades

The Pittsburgh Pirates are pursuing roster improvements for the 2025 season.
The Pirates target Nick Castellanos of the Philadelphia Phillies and Kyle Schwarber, a National League MVP finalist.
The Pirates claimed former Giants prospect Marco Luciano off waivers.
Castellanos is a 13-year veteran with a $20 million contract.
The Pirates plan to improve the lineup within financial constraints amid potential trades.

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