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Pirates Former No. 1 Draft Pick Needs Time in the Minors

Pirates Former No. 1 Draft Pick Needs Time in the Minors

As Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Henry Davis continues to underperform, it’s time to consider a demotion to Triple-A. Davis, the No. 1 overall pick in the MLB June Amateur Draft in 2021, was expected to contribute offensively, especially in the power department, while doing a reasonable job defensively.

Garret Forrester News / Bucs Dugout / 5 minutes ago

Pirates prospect update: Infielder Garret Forrester

The Pirates have plenty of multi-talented athletes in their system, and the versatility of Garret Forrester earned him the honor of being a third round pick in 2023.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 2 minutes ago

Pirates Prospect Watch: Paul Skenes Pitches Into the Fifth

Pirates’ 2023 first overall pick Paul Skenes helped lead Triple-A Indianapolis to victory over the Omaha Storm Chasers on Wednesday—his first pitching appearance in Omaha since winning the College World Series there last year—continuing to build his workload as he prepares for the big leagues.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 2 hours ago

Brewers vs. Pirates Probable Starting Pitchers – April 25

The Milwaukee Brewers (15-8) and the Pittsburgh Pirates (13-12) square off in Pittsburgh on Thursday. First pitch is at 12:35 PM ET at PNC Park. The Brewers will call on Freddy Peralta (2-0) against the Pirates and Mitch Keller (2-2).

MLB News / Action Network / 1 hour ago
MLB best bets for Thu. 4/25: Odds, picks, predictions for Brewers vs. Pirates, Blue Jays vs. Royals

MLB best bets for Thu. 4/25: Odds, picks, predictions for Brewers vs. Pirates, Blue Jays vs. Royals

The Action Network's MLB staff experts break down their MLB best bets for Thursday, April 25.

MLB best bets: Brewers vs. Pirates odds, picks, prediction for Thu. 4/25
Watch: Brewers pitcher had brutal first career pitch in Majors
Which MLB players have the most career WAR?
Luis Ortiz News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 1 hour ago
Ortiz goes through growing pain as reliever in Pirates loss

Ortiz goes through growing pain as reliever in Pirates loss

Growing pains are going to come with development. It is true for every player at every position, and it certainly applies when a transition is being made on the fly and while playing in major-league games.

Bryan Reynolds News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 2 hours ago
Bryan Reynolds’ Homer Not Enough for Pirates in 3-2 Loss to Brewers

Bryan Reynolds’ Homer Not Enough for Pirates in 3-2 Loss to Brewers

Bryan Reynolds connected on his third home run of the season, but it wasn’t enough for the Pittsburgh Pirates in their 3-2 loss to the Milwaukee Brewers at PNC Park on Wednesday night.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 4 hours ago
Pirates Unveil Wiz Khalifa Yinzerpalooza Bobblehead

Pirates Unveil Wiz Khalifa Yinzerpalooza Bobblehead

The Pittsburgh Pirates have unveiled a mystery bobblehead for their annual Yinzerpalooza weekend. When the Pirates host the Philadelphia Phillies on July 20, the first 20,000 fans in attendance will receive a bobblehead of rap star Wiz Khalifa.

MLB News / Action Network / 1 hour ago
MLB best bets: Brewers vs. Pirates odds, picks, prediction for Thu. 4/25

MLB best bets: Brewers vs. Pirates odds, picks, prediction for Thu. 4/25

D.J. James of the Action Network shares his Pirates vs. Brewers prediction for the NL Central series finale on Thursday, April 25, including MLB odds and picks. 

Watch: Brewers pitcher had brutal first career pitch in Majors
Brewers break through vs. Pirates, hang on for 3-2 win
Which MLB players have the most career WAR?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / 9 minutes ago
Watch: Pirates prospect Paul Skenes' remarkable streak ends

Watch: Pirates prospect Paul Skenes' remarkable streak ends

Many fans wonder how long it will take before the Pirates call up the generational prospect.

Pirates GM Ben Cherington talks Skenes' development
Pirates rookie joins select group of pitchers
Jared Jones broke batter’s ankles with filthy pitch
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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago
Pirates GM Ben Cherington Talks Paul Skenes Development

Pirates GM Ben Cherington Talks Paul Skenes Development

PITTSBURH — Prized prospect Paul Skenes had another strong showing in his latest start with Triple-A Indianapolis on Wednesday afternoon. The 2023 first-overall pick was scored upon for the first time this season, but set career-highs in innings (4.1) and pitches (71).

Bailey Falter News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 6 hours ago
Bailey Falter Rapidly Becoming a Different Pitcher

Bailey Falter Rapidly Becoming a Different Pitcher

Bailey Falter’s career seemed to be, ahem, faltering. Sorry, but I couldn’t resist. The Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander struggled throughout much of spring training, allowing 14 runs in 16 innings.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 3 hours ago

Pirates vs. Brewers Probable Starting Pitchers – April 24

The Pittsburgh Pirates (13-11) host the Milwaukee Brewers (14-8). The contest at PNC Park begins at 6:40 PM ET on Wednesday. The Pirates will look to Josh Fleming (1-0) versus the Brewers and Bryse Wilson (2-0).

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / 2 hours ago
Pirates Rookie Joins Select Group of Pitchers

Pirates Rookie Joins Select Group of Pitchers

On Monday, Pittsburgh Pirates rookie pitcher Jared Jones joined a select group, striking out seven Milwaukee Brewers at PNC Park. That made him the fourth pitcher to strike out seven batters in each of his first five career games since 1893.

Andrew McCutchen News / Field Level Media / 3 hours ago
Andrew McCutchen, Pirates aim for 3 straight vs. Brewers

Andrew McCutchen, Pirates aim for 3 straight vs. Brewers

Manager Derek Shelton was looking for a spark when he moved veteran Andrew McCutchen to the leadoff spot at the start of the Pittsburgh Pirates' current four-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Bailey Falter News / Field Level Media / 2 hours ago
Bailey Falter pitches Pirates to victory over Brewers

Bailey Falter pitches Pirates to victory over Brewers

Andrew McCutchen hit a leadoff homer in the first inning, Bailey Falter threw seven-plus effective frames and the host Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 on Tuesday.

MLB News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago
Watch: Brewers pitcher had brutal first career pitch in Majors

Watch: Brewers pitcher had brutal first career pitch in Majors

Brewers pitcher Tobias Myers made his Major League debut on Tuesday night and he found out very quickly that pitching in the big league is very different from the minor leagues.

Brewers place left-hander on injured list with elbow inflammation
Which pitchers have the most career strikeouts for every MLB franchise?
The 'National League MVPs' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / 41 minutes ago
Jared Jones broke batter’s ankles with filthy pitch

Jared Jones broke batter’s ankles with filthy pitch

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jared Jones claimed his first real MLB victim on Monday night.

Who are the 24 MLB pitchers who have thrown a perfect game?
The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / 20 minutes ago
Pirates hitters reach new low with ninth-inning 'strikeout cycle'

Pirates hitters reach embarrassing new low with 'strikeout cycle' in ninth inning

The Pittsburgh Pirates are finding new ways not to hit the baseball.

Watch: Brewers rookie goes yard again to make impressive MLB history
Which MLB hot and cold starts are for real?
Watch: Poor quality of MLB uniforms exposed again during Dodgers-Mets game
One player from every MLB team that deserves more love
The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / 6 hours ago
Pirates lose yet another catcher to injury

Pirates lose yet another catcher to injury

His injury almost immediately put a third catcher on the shelf.

Pirates No. 1 overall pick continues to make mockery of minor league hitters
Watch: Pirates phenom prospect draws unbelievable autograph line
Russell Wilson throws out impressive first pitch at Pirates game
Defunct MLB ballparks that we still miss
The 'MLB-first, all-minority lineup' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / 4 hours ago
Aroldis Chapman suspended by MLB over brief exchange with umpire

Aroldis Chapman suspended by MLB over brief exchange with umpire

Though it is far from his first one, Aroldis Chapman may have just gotten the strangest suspension of his MLB career.

Pirates catcher suffers unlucky injury during batting practice
The best MLB closers of all time
The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17
Pirates catcher suffers unlucky injury during batting practice

Pirates catcher suffers unlucky injury during batting practice

Pirates manager Derek Shelton revealed to reporters on Wednesday that catcher Joey Bart, who has now sat out of the last three consecutive games, caught a very unlucky break during batting practice a few days ago. 

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