“However, the 26-year-old slashed just .233/.289/.413 with 21 doubles, two triples, 17 home runs and 61 RBI in 121 games last season. Defense is also a concern. In 72 games at the hot corner in 2025, Vientos committed eight errors, had minus-10 defensive runs saved and minus-7 outs above average. But if the Pirates are confident Vientos can return to his 2024 form, they could live with the lackluster glovework,” he wrote.
