Pirates at 5: Catcher or Bust | Pittsburgh Pirates News

With the MLB draft just days away and the Pirates holding the fifth pick, the biggest question is: catcher or not? After years of struggle behind the plate, the team’s top target might be Vahn Lackey — a Georgia Tech standout with a .397 average, 20 homers, and 78 RBIs — a rare power-hitting catcher. Ryder Helfrick offers solid defense and pop, while outfielders like Eric Booth Jr. bring athleticism. But if you’re looking to fix the most glaring need, grabbing Lackey at five could be the move that transforms this roster. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cc65b40a79ca8624