# SHIFTING FATES: Pirates ENTER Offseason Hungry While Tigers RESET After Tarik Skubal Shakeup

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Podcast: [Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933)
Published: 2026-09-25T13:56:29+00:00
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## Resource

Pittsburgh Pirates close out the 2026 MLB season with renewed optimism, distancing themselves from years of rebuilding mode. Can this foundation finally launch them into October baseball next year? Gary Morgan compares the Pirates’ 81-78 campaign to the Detroit Tigers’ disappointing finish and blockbuster Tarik Skubal trade, illustrating how each organization stands at a crossroads. Key topics include the Pirates’ shift from chasing .500 seasons to setting playoff expectations, standout contributions from young talent like Konnor Griffin and Esmerlyn Valdez, and the psychological impact of tangible progress in Pittsburgh. Gary Morgan also questions whether the Milwaukee Brewers’ 100-win formula can translate to postseason dominance, citing concerns about superstar power. Don’t miss this sharp analysis of roster construction, league trends, and what needs to happen for the Pirates to bridge the gap from respectability to true contention.

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