Giants and Pirates Plan for 2025 Season

The San Francisco Giants' rookie outfielder Grant McCray is viewed as a potential asset for the 2025 roster, though he must improve his batting average and strikeout rate despite showcasing power and defensive versatility. The Pittsburgh Pirates have stabilized their catcher position with Joey Bart, who performed well after a trade from the Giants, although competition remains with the return of Endy Rodriguez. Meanwhile, Mike Yastrzemski, a former Vanderbilt player, may be on the move this offseason as the Giants consider pursuing bigger free-agent options. The Pirates' 2023 draft class, highlighted by Paul Skenes and Mitch Jebb, shows promise, with late-round picks like Khristian Curtis also demonstrating potential through improved performance in the latter part of the season. As the offseason progresses, players like Harris are also being eyed for keeper leagues, particularly due to their potential rebound from injury and solid closing stats from the previous season. The overall outlook for both teams appears to be focused on internal development and strategic adjustments for the upcoming season.