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Pirates keep searching for a solution at first base: With Yoshi Tsutsugo gone, here's where they stand - The Athletic
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Josh VanMeter on having to step up as emergency catcher, how quickly it all unfolded
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Pirates add versatility by acquiring Josh VanMeter from Arizona
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Pirates DFA Josh VanMeter, recall Hoy Park
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Pittsburgh Pirates: Josh VanMeter Actively Making Team Worse
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Mets ride deGrom, Bassitt to doubleheader sweep of Pirates
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Judge, Hicks hit grand slams as Yankees pound Pirates 16-0
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D-Backs trade Josh VanMeter to Pittsburgh Pirates
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Pirates offseason feels different from past years • The Duquesne Duke
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Pirates forced to employ their emergency catcher Josh VanMeter : r/baseball
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Pirates Acquire Josh VanMeter From Diamondbacks - MLB Trade Rumors
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Josh VanMeter used as Pirates' emergency catcher
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Josh VanMeter prepared to add to Pirates' versatility