Are the Pirates the Ultimate MLB Sleeper Team?!

The 2026 MLB season is officially underway! The Athletic's Derek VanRiper breaks down the biggest storylines to watch this year. From the rise of young superstars like Elly De La Cruz and Roman Anthony to the Dodgers loading up with Edwin Diaz and Kyle Tucker, the league is stacked. But watch out for the Pittsburgh Pirates! With Paul Skenes dealing and a newly revamped lineup, they might be the ultimate sleeper team.