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Fantasy value of Pirates lineup

Can a move to first base help Pedro Alvarez's slumping offense? Michael Zagaris/Getty Images

The Pittsburgh Pirates enter Tuesday having lost six games in a row, but don't worry, center fielder Andrew McCutchen is scheduled to return to save the day! The defending NL MVP has apparently recovered from his rib injury and Tuesday is the first day he's eligible for activation. McCutchen is having another MVP season really, is easily the team's signature player, and the Pirates obviously need him. Fantasy owners obviously need him. But what about the other Pirates hitters, what are they bringing to the table?