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Pirates' Paul Skenes Plays with Famous Golfer

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes is one of the best pitchers in all of baseball, but the offseason gives him a chance to try other sports.

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Pirates' Andrew McCutchen Addresses Lack of Outfield Opportunities

PITTSBURGH — Andrew McCutchen has served as one of the best Pittsburgh Pirates players in recent history and arguably the best of this century, serving as one of the better fielders as well.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 19

Pirates Still Interested in Top Free Agent Third Baseman

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made some impressive moves this offseason, but they would like to make some more if possible. The additions of second baseman Brandon Lowe by trade and free agent slugger Ryan O'Hearn should improve a Pirates lineup that was one of the worst in all of baseball in 2025.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / January 19

Pirates offseason still incomplete weeks before Spring Training

The Pittsburgh Pirates are less than a month away from reporting to Bradenton to get ready for the upcoming 2026 season. The team looks a little different than it did a year ago, but some changes are still to be made.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 19

Pirates' Brandon Lowe Raves About Jake Mangum

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a big time trade this offseason, which improved their lineup heading into 2026. The three-team trade with the

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 19

Pirates' Konnor Griffin Celebrates Major Life Milestone

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star prospect Konnor Griffin is still early in his career, but he's already made one of the biggest decisions in his life.

Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 19

Pirates Full Ryan O'Hearn Contract Details Revealed

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a surprising signing in free agent Ryan O'Hearn, which was a change from how they normally do business. O'Hearn joined the Pirates officially on a two-year deal on Jan.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / January 19

The Pirates are part of a Opening Day doubleheader on NBC

The Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Mets are set to play against each other opening day at Citi Field. They are going to be a part of a Primetime Opening Day doubleheader on March 26 on NBC and Peacock.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 18

Pirates Not Likely Trading for Phillies Third Baseman

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates, even with their many additions this offseason, could still use another corner infielder for 2026. The Pirates moved on from Ke'Bryan Hayes at the trade deadline, sending him and the $30 million remaining on his contract to their divisional rival in the Cincinnati Reds.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / January 17

Pirates sign two Top 25 international prospects, 23 others to begin signing period

The Pittsburgh Pirates landed two of the top international prospects in all of baseball this week. On Thursday, the Pirates announced that they signed 25 players to begin the 2026 International Signing Period. Included in the class were two athletes from the Dominican Republic who ranked in MLB Pipeline’s Top 50 Prospects list.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 17

Pirates' Paul Skenes Sharing Baseball Card With MLB Legend

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes is one of the best in the baseball at just 23 years old and with the way he's performed, he could end up as one of the great's in the sport.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 17

Ryan O'Hearn Discusses Building Pirates Winning Culture

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have spent this offseason looking for ways that will improve their roster and the addition of Ryan O'Hearn is one of those moves they hope will do that.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 17

Konnor Griffin Has Clear Path to Pirates Opening Day Roster

Being drafted No. 9 overall is no joke, and Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin is ready to set the world on fire. The Pirates 2024 first round draft pick is just 19-years-old but has a chance to do something special.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 17

Pirates Reliever Testing Waters as Starting Pitcher Again

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a strong rotation heading into next season, but it's not quite finalized at this point of the offseason. The Pirates have at least four locks for starting pitchers in 2026, barring serious injury.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / New Baseball Media / January 17

Pirates’ 2026 Spring Training Invites Include Konnor Griffin, Termarr Johnson

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ tentative 2026 rotation includes several of the best young pitchers in the game. Soon, several of the Pirates’ best position player prospects will join them.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 16

Pirates Announce More Spring Training Non-Roster Invitees

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made some more additions to their Spring Training team, bringing in some of the franchise's best prospects. The Pirates

Mitch Keller News / Just Baseball / January 16

Mitch Keller Is the Pirates’ Biggest X-Factor

The last year or so has been a vicious cycle of ups and downs for the Pittsburgh Pirates. While they’ve experienced highs, such as Paul Skenes’ Cy Young campaign, they’ve also faced equally significant lows, including another losing season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 16

Pirates Interested in Reunion with Lefty Pitchers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a sensational rotation heading into next season, one that could end their decade-long postseason absence. The Pirates have National League Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes at the helm, but also the likes of veteran Mitch Keller , plus rookies in Braxton Ashcraft and Bubba Chander.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 16

Pirates Announce First Signings of International Signing Period

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made the most of the first day of the International Signing Period, bringing in new players from all over. The Pirates announced that they made 25 signings on first day of the International Signing Period on Jan.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 16

Pirates Insider Destroys Eugenio Suárez Dream

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a need at third baseman heading into 2026 and Eugenio Suárez is one player fans would love watching at PNC Park.

Bubba Chandler News / Bucs Dugout / January 16

Pirates Prospect Update: Pair of Young Bucs ranked among best pitching prospects

MLB Pipeline just released their list of the top ten right-handed pitching prospects and two of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ top prospects made the list. Bubba Chandler was ranked as the second best righty pitcher just behind Nolan McLean and Seth Hernandez was ranked at five.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 15

Pittsburgh Grants Pirates Money for PNC Park Upgrade

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are entering their 26th season at PNC Park in 2026 and have high expectations of themselves. The Pirates get to play in one of the most beautiful ball parks in all of baseball, with a beautiful view of the Downtown Pittsburgh skyline, the Roberto Clemente Bridge and the Allegheny River.