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Off The Bat: Andrew McCutchen's return has been the rare sequel that shines
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Joe Starkey's mailbag: Will it now be a disappointment if the Pirates don't have a winning season?
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Pirates mailbag: What are the odds of an Andrew McCutchen reunion?
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A baseball salary cap may not be as far-fetched as you think
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Paul Zeise's mailbag: Is it time to trade Gerrit Cole?
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Pirates mailbag: Who will be the first significant call-ups in 2023?
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The Pirates' 2024 focus with their infield isn't hard to find, starting with Ke'Bryan Hayes and Oneil Cruz
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Andrew McCutchen 'thankful' for Pittsburgh return, eager to help guide young Pirates team
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Paul Zeise: If trading Andrew McCutchen and David Bednar makes baseball sense, the Pirates should do it
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What will the Pirates' starting infield look like in 2024?
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Paul Zeise: Even in a lost season, Derek Shelton should be coaching for his job
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Paul Zeise: Can the Pirates avoid 100 losses? I say yes