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Pirates Target Power Hitter Kazuma Okamoto to Boost Offense

12/23/2025

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The Pittsburgh Pirates are pursuing Kazuma Okamoto, a Japanese free agent who hit 41 homers in 2023 and owns a .882 OPS.
The Pirates have held multiple virtual meetings with him before his posting period ends on January 4.
Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington acknowledged the team’s historical challenges attracting top Japanese talent but remains hopeful.
Signing Okamoto could strengthen the Pirates’ offense.

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Story summary

The Pittsburgh Pirates are pursuing Kazuma Okamoto, a Japanese free agent who hit 41 homers in 2023 and owns a .882 OPS.
The Pirates have held multiple virtual meetings with him before his posting period ends on January 4.
Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington acknowledged the team’s historical challenges attracting top Japanese talent but remains hopeful.
Signing Okamoto could strengthen the Pirates’ offense.