# Pirates Learn From World Series Rosters

> Pirates can improve by studying Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays' trade strategies for the 2027 playoffs.
- Title: Pirates Learn From World Series Rosters | Shortify
- Summary: Pirates can improve by studying Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays' trade strategies for the 2027 playoffs. Pittsburgh Pirates need bold trades and a…
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- Source: Pittsburgh Pirates On SI — https://si.com/mlb/pirates/onsi/what-pittsburgh-pirates-learn-two-world-series-rosters
- Published: 2026-10-23T12:40:15+00:00
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- Topics: pittsburgh pirates, milwaukee brewers, tampa bay rays, mlb, trade deadline, world series, bullpen, sports
## Pirates' Postseason Struggle
Pittsburgh Pirates haven't made the postseason since 2015, their second-longest drought in MLB.
## 2026 World Series Teams
Milwaukee Brewers face Tampa Bay Rays in the 2026 World Series, both teams seeking first championship.
## Brewers and Rays Roster Strength
Brewers and Rays have 15 and 17 players acquired through trades, making up most of their World Series rosters.
## Brewers Trade History
Brewers acquired William Contreras in 2022 and Christian Yelich in 2018 through trades.
## Rays Trade History
Rays traded Junior Caminero in 2021 and Yandy Díaz in 2018, adding key players through trades.
## Trade Deadline Moves
Rays landed Freddy Peralta and Liam Hicks at the 2026 trade deadline, improving their postseason chances.
## Pirates' Recent Trades
Pirates added Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum, and Mason Montgomery from Rays while trading Mike Burrows to Astros.
## Pirates' Bullpen Issues
Pirates lacked a strong bullpen in 2026, leading to poor postseason results.
## Brewers Bullpen Strength
Brewers have Trevor Megill, Abner Uribe, Aaron Ashby, Chad Patrick and DL Hall in their bullpen.
## Rays Bullpen Strength
Rays have Kevin Kelly, Bryan Baker and Cam Booser as top relief pitchers.
## Pirates' Bullpen Options
Pirates have Luke Weaver as setup man and Mason Montgomery as shutdown closer for next season.
## Pirates' Trade Strategy
Pirates need to target high-leverage arms in free agency to build championship-caliber bullpen.
## Pirates' 2027 Goal
Pirates aim to end their 12-year postseason drought with a strong trade strategy and bullpen.
## Key takeaway

Pittsburgh Pirates need bold trades and a strong bullpen to end their 12-year postseason drought.