Pirates Looking to Close Gap With Small-Market Teams

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates have faced disadvantages as a small-market team, but those excuses are becoming less worthy by the day. The 2026 World Series featured two small-market teams, with the Milwaukee Brewers defeating the Tampa Bay Rays in five games for their first championship in franchise history.

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