Filed under: Pirates decline Rod Barajas' option No surprise here. By Charlie Wilmoth Oct 31, 2012, 7:27pm EDT Share this story Share this on Facebook Share this on Twitter Share All sharing options Share All sharing options for: Pirates decline Rod Barajas' option Reddit Pocket Flipboard Email Charles LeClaire-US PRESSWIRE The Pirates have declined Rod Barajas' option. They've also picked up their option on Pedro Alvarez. This is totally unsurprising, common-sense stuff, obviously, but I figured it warranted a mention. More From Bucs Dugout Bucs Arghticles: Pirates to revive No. 22 jersey for Andrew McCutchen VOTE: How excited are you for Andrew McCutchen? Bucs Arghticles: Who are best Pirates prospects? Andrew McCutchen a positive addition to young Pirates lineup Bucs Arghticles: Could Pirates sign Josh Harrison? Andrew McCutchen’s return to Pittsburgh just feels right