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Pirates Target Willi Castro for Offensive Boost at Winter Meetings

12/9/2025

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During the MLB Winter Meetings, the Pittsburgh Pirates pursue Willi Castro, a utility man and former All-Star, with the Braves and Rockies.
Castro struggled in 2025 after a trade from the Minnesota Twins to the Chicago Cubs, hitting .170.
The Pirates see an offensive boost and fill gaps left by departures, with Castro providing depth beside Jared Triolo.
The Braves evaluate a shortstop and weigh signing Castro against in-house options.

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Story summary

During the MLB Winter Meetings, the Pittsburgh Pirates pursue Willi Castro, a utility man and former All-Star, with the Braves and Rockies.
Castro struggled in 2025 after a trade from the Minnesota Twins to the Chicago Cubs, hitting .170.
The Pirates see an offensive boost and fill gaps left by departures, with Castro providing depth beside Jared Triolo.
The Braves evaluate a shortstop and weigh signing Castro against in-house options.