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Here are the major issues facing the Pirates this offseason
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Homers from the abyss: Jordy Mercer and Josh Bell might be rediscovering their batting strokes - The Athletic
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Adam Frazier's walk-off home run ends Pirates' losing streak - Bucs Dugout
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Journeyman Espino pitches Nationals to sweep of Pirates
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Clint Hurdle reverses course, puts Josh Bell in cleanup spot for first time
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Josh Bell hits grand slam in Pirates' 12-6 win over Cubs - Sports Illustrated
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Pirates beat Tigers 8-6 to sweep doubleheader, series
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Pirates beat Tigers 8-6 to sweep doubleheader, series
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Bell's homer sends Pirates to sweep of Orioles