The Pittsburgh Pirates are actively reshaping their roster as they prepare for the 2025 season, with several recent transactions highlighting their strategy. The team has signed outfielder Camden Sanders to a minor league contract and assigned him to the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians. Sanders, a Canadian from London, Ontario, was previously unselected in the 2024 MLB Draft. He showcased promise in high school, where he excelled in multiple sports and earned recognition as a top outfielder in Ontario.

In addition to Sanders, the Pirates have made noteworthy moves by signing veteran outfielder Andrew McCutchen to a one-year deal worth $5 million, while designating infielder Tristan Gray for assignment. The team has also re-signed pitcher Ryder Ryan to a minor league contract. Furthermore, a trade was executed with the Boston Red Sox, where the Pirates sent right-handed pitcher Matt McShane for Chase Shugart, who has MLB experience. The Pirates’ Spring Training begins on February 12, leading into a season opener against the Miami Marlins on March 27.