The Pittsburgh Pirates are focusing on improving their offense and bullpen this offseason, but their limited payroll poses challenges. With the second-lowest salary expenditure in the league, free agency seems unlikely to meet their needs.

ESPN's David Schoenfield suggests a trade involving utility player Nick Yorke and catcher Joey Bart for Yandy Díaz and Pete Fairbanks, which could enhance the Pirates' performance significantly. Díaz's offensive skills and Fairbanks' bullpen experience could address critical weaknesses, but trading away young talent remains a tough decision for the franchise.