The Pittsburgh Pirates are facing a tough stretch, having lost two consecutive games to the Atlanta Braves. Their current record stands at 39-43, positioning them in third place and 9.5 games behind the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Central.
One of the most significant issues for the Pirates has been their lack of consistent production at first base. Both Connor Joe and Rowdy Tellez have taken turns at the position, but neither has managed to solidify the role. Joe, a utility player, isn’t a natural first baseman, and Tellez has struggled to produce at the plate.
Meanwhile, the Miami Marlins, with a record of 30-53, are looking towards a rebuild after trading away key players like Luis Arraez. First baseman Josh Bell, who previously played for the Pirates, is a likely trade candidate. Reports indicate that the Marlins are willing to cover most of Bell’s contract in a trade…