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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 3
Pirates Saga with José Urquidy Takes Weird Turn
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates looked like they made their first signing of the offseason with veteran José Urquidy, but it ended up taking a weird turn.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 3
Pirates Projected 2027 Arbitration Salaries Revealed
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a long offseason ahead of them and arbitration decisions that they'll have to work through. MLB Trade Rumors released
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 3
Pirates Showing Faith in Pitching Coach For 2027
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had success and failure with their pitching staff in 2026, and are hoping for a much better year in 2027. Pirates pitching
The 'Active 100-hit MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to reach 100 hits in at least eight different seasons can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Viral Sports News / October 2
New York Yankees predicted to acquire $100 million slugger
The New York Yankees are being linked to one of the louder bats on a thin 2026 free-agent board, and the fit is easy to sketch from the Bronx.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Connor Wietgrefe News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 2
One Pirates Pitching Prospect That Should Break Through in 2027
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few strong options in their farm system, but one pitcher could make an impact in 2027. Left-handed pitcher Connor Wietgrefe made strides in 2026 and has put himself in a good position to make the Pirates' roster at some point next season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 1
Pirates Offseason Hub: Free Agents, Needs, Targets, Trades & Decisions
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have begun their offseason and look towards building a better team for 2027. The Pirates finished 2026 with an 82-80 record, good enough to clinch their first winning season since 2018, but still six games back in the National League Wild Card race.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 1
Five Internal Candidates to Solve One of Pirates' Biggest Problems
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have areas they must improve heading into 2027, especially if they want to make the postseason. The Pirates were awful against left-handed pitching in 2026, particularly left-handed starting pitching, going 18-33, compared to 64-47 against right-handed starting pitching.
Roberto Clemente News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 1
Pirates Prospect Can Honor Roberto Clemente This Winter
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some strong prospects, including one who can show respect to one of the greatest players in franchise history.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 1
Ranking the Pirates Biggest Offseason Needs
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates enter the most important offseason in their recent history and must capitalize to ensure they build better for 2027.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 30
Two Pirates Set to Become Free Agents This Offseason
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates enter the offseason with some tough roster moves to make and a couple of free agents to decide on. The Pirates have just two free agents this offseason, second baseman Brandon Lowe and left-handed relief pitcher Gregory Soto, as right-handed relief pitcher Kirby Yates retired .
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 30
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Forced to Grow Up Quickly
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin just finished his 2026 season, and it was a much harder rookie campaign than the Pittsburgh Pirates would've hoped for. Griffin went from the top prospect in baseball to the Pirates' starting shortstop for the future very quickly, but injuries slowed down his process in 2026.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 30
Pirates Perfect 2027 Opening Day Lineup
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into 2027 with high expectations after a strong finish in 2026, which includes a strong lineup. The Pirates finished with an 82-80 record, their first winning season since 2018, but still missed out on the postseason for the 12th straight year.
Nick Gonzales News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 30
Pirates Uncertain of Nick Gonzales' Defensive Future
PITTSBURGH — Nick Gonzales was one of the Pittsburgh Pirates' better hitters in 2026, but his defensive placement for the future is unknown. Gonzales struggled massively at third base this season, a position he hadn't played prior to this year, but it was still a big problem for him throughout.
Kirby Yates News / Just Baseball / September 28
Kirby Yates Hangs Up His Cleats After Memorable MLB Career
DETROIT — As fans filled the Comerica Park stands on September 26, emotions were running high, and eyes all around the stadium were filled with tears. A pair of MLB veterans were set to square off for the final time in each of their careers, and it was set to be a “can’t-miss” day for baseball fans all around the nation.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 27
Pirates tame Tigers to secure first winning mark since 2018
Jared Jones pitched four inning of one-hit ball and Konnor Griffin led off the game with a solo home run and drove in two runs to lead the Pirates to a 4-2 win over the host Tigers on Sunday in Detroit, Mich.
Kirby Yates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 26
Kirby Yates Retires
Veteran right-hander Kirby Yates announced his retirement this afternoon following the Pirates’ 4-3 walk-off loss to the Tigers in Detroit. In a game that featured Justin Verlander’s final career start for the Tigers, the Pirates opted for a bullpen game, and manager Don Kelly gave Yates the nod as the opener.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 26
Pirates Not Expected To Make Leadership Changes For 2027
Pirates GM Ben Cherington discussed his own future along with many other topics as part of a season wrap-up interview with reporters (including the Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / September 26
Brandon Lowe and the Pirates Make Perfect Long-Term Sense
During the 2025-26 MLB offseason, one of the more prominent rumors around the baseball industry was that the Pittsburgh Pirates were looking to increase payroll.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 24
Pirates’ Paul Skenes sends sobering message after missing the MLB playoffs again
The Pittsburgh Pirates are already mathematically eliminated from 2026 MLB postseason contention despite their 2-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday.
Spencer Horwitz News / Field Level Media / September 24
Spencer Horwitz's sacrifice fly lifts Pirates over Cardinals
Spencer Horwitz's sacrifice fly in the eighth drove in the go-ahead run, and Paul Skenes concluded his season with a quality start as the Pittsburgh Pirates wrapped up their home schedule with a 2-1 victory over the St.
Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / September 24
Camilo Doval reunites with former team after Pirates DFA
The Pittsburgh Pirates' surprising decision to part ways with trade-deadline acquisition Camilo Doval has led to a reunion.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / September 23
Brandon Lowe will be big test for how serious Pirates are about competing
If you are serious about winning, write the check. Find a way to get it done. Offer him something that persuades him from wanting to leave.
Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / September 22
Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval
The Pittsburgh Pirates were buyers at the 2026 MLB trade deadline, adding several relievers in an attempt to make a playoff push. One of those relievers has been jettisoned from the roster.
Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / September 21
Paul Skenes admits World Baseball Classic affected his season
For the first time in his short three-year MLB career, the Pittsburgh Pirates ace looked like he wasn't completely dominant and overpowering hitters.
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