Summary
The Pittsburgh Pirates are considering trading for Texas Rangers infielder Josh Jung to fill their need at third base. In exchange, they would offer top pitching prospect Thomas Harrington. This trade could help both teams by addressing their specific roster needs.
Key Facts
- The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to strengthen their team by adding a strong player at third base.
- They are thinking about trading their top pitching prospect, Thomas Harrington, to the Texas Rangers.
- The Texas Rangers player involved in the trade discussion is Josh Jung, an infielder.
- Josh Jung is 27 years old and has a contract until 2028.
- Jung had played in the 2023 All-Star Game and has a mixed performance record from 2025.
- Trading Jung would allow the Rangers to make room for another player, Sebastian Walcott, who might play in 2026.
- The Pirates need a replacement at third base after parting ways with Ke'Bryan Hayes.
- The trade could benefit the Rangers by acquiring a promising pitcher, Thomas Harrington.
