Overview
- Insider Francys Romero reported early interest from Los Angeles, Pittsburgh, Chicago and Toronto, with no offers or agreements disclosed.
- Moncada, 30, hit for above‑average production with the Angels in 2025 (117 wRC+ in 289 plate appearances) after signing a one‑year, $5 million deal.
- He was limited to 84 games by right thumb and right knee injuries, and advanced metrics graded him poorly at third base, including a league‑worst −13 Outs Above Average.
- The Pirates’ reported interest comes as they add veterans this offseason, highlighted by acquiring Brandon Lowe and signing Ryan O’Hearn.
- Market context points to a short deal as most likely, with teams weighing alternatives such as Alex Bregman, Eugenio Suárez and posted NPB star Kazuma Okamoto.