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Pirates Aim for Playoffs as McCutchen's Future Remains Uncertain

1/25/2026

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Andrew McCutchen remains a free agent as the Pittsburgh Pirates prepare for the 2026 season.
The Pirates added Brandon Lowe and Ryan O'Hearn.
General Manager Ben Cherington acknowledged McCutchen's legacy and did not commit to a return.
McCutchen reflected on his absence from PiratesFest and expressed a wish to connect with fans.
The Pirates aim to end a decade-long playoff drought, and McCutchen's role remains unclear.

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Story summary

Andrew McCutchen remains a free agent as the Pittsburgh Pirates prepare for the 2026 season.
The Pirates added Brandon Lowe and Ryan O'Hearn.
General Manager Ben Cherington acknowledged McCutchen's legacy and did not commit to a return.
McCutchen reflected on his absence from PiratesFest and expressed a wish to connect with fans.
The Pirates aim to end a decade-long playoff drought, and McCutchen's role remains unclear.