Andrew McCutchen Signs One-Year Deal to Stay with Pittsburgh Pirates

The 38-year-old former MVP and franchise icon returns for his 17th MLB season on a $5 million contract.

Andrew McCutchen, a five-time All-Star and 2013 NL MVP, has signed a one-year, $5 million deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates for the 2025 season.
McCutchen, 38, hit .232 with 20 home runs and 50 RBIs over 120 games last season, primarily serving as the team's designated hitter.
The Pirates value McCutchen's veteran leadership as they develop a young core, including NL Rookie of the Year Paul Skenes, and aim to return to playoff contention.
McCutchen, who began his career with Pittsburgh in 2009, has played 11 of his 16 seasons with the Pirates and is the active MLB leader in games played.
The deal aligns with McCutchen's expressed desire to finish his career in Pittsburgh, where he continues to build a potential Hall of Fame résumé.