Andrew McCutchen Potentially Joining Pirates at Spring Training

McCutchen and the Pirates were previously together at this point the past three seasons, as he signed on a one-year, $5 million contract for his second stint with the franchise.

His first stint took place from 2009-17, where he earned five straight All-Star nods (2011-15), the 2013 National League MVP a 2012 Gold Glove Award and four straight Silver Slugger Awards (2012-15).

The Pirates haven't re-signed McCutchen at this point, who is 39 years old and heading into his 18th season at the major league level.

Pittsburgh instead prioritized the likes of free agents in Ryan O'Hearn for two years and $29 million and Marcell Ozuna on a one-year, $12 million deal plus a $16 million mutual option for 2027.

Those two signings took the role of Andrew McCutchen on the roster, who previously was their starting designated hitter the past three seasons.

McCutchen has signaled his desire that he wants to play again for the Pirates and also in general, not wanting to retire and contribute for a winning team.

The Pirates have made many moves for their lineup that show they want to win this season and adding McCutchen may come as another one for 2026.