Pirates sign All-Star slugger to two-year, $29 million deal to create star infield duo with Brandon Lowe

The Pittsburgh Pirates have surprised everyone this offseason with their flurry of moves, most notably the acquisition of Brandon Lowe through trade. Now, it seems they’ve made yet another big move. 

According to ESPN’s Jeff Passan, the Pirates have signed Ryan O’Hearn to a two-year, $29 million deal. This is a major upgrade at first base and adds another slugger to the lineup.

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“First baseman Ryan O’Hearn and the Pittsburgh Pirates are in agreement on a two-year, $29 million contract, sources tell ESPN. O’Hearn, 32, is the latest addition to the Pirates in a very busy winter,” Passan tweeted.

This past season, O’Hearn slashed .281/.366/.437/.803 with 21 doubles, 17 home runs, and 63 RBI in 144 games played. He was the Baltimore Orioles' sole All-Star in the 2025 season. 

Combining him with Brandon Lowe is definitely the boost the Pirates needed. They now have two guys who can hit for power and put it out of the park effortlessly. 

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Pittsburgh also got him on a good deal. With how money-conscious they are as a small-market team, this was the best move they could make.

Hopefully, the Pirates have one last big surprise in them, so they can solidify themselves as playoff contenders.

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