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The Pirates took two of three from the Astros, and they’re starting to look like actual buyers
Pittsburgh going into Hoston and winning a series is the kind of thing that used to be a fluke. This year it is starting to look like a pattern, and it changes how you read the Pirates’ summer.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 5
Resiliency Defining Pirates Season and Playoff Hopes
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates dropped a dismal contest against the Houston Astros in the second of their three-game series. The bullpen imploded, and despite the offense putting up another monstrous night on the scoreboard, the Buccos suffered a devastating defeat.
Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 5
Jared Jones Easing Back into Pirates Rotation
PITTSBURGH — Jared Jones is finally back in the Pittsburgh Pirates rotation and he's showing that he's ready for the challenge ahead. Jones threw five scoreless innings for the Pirates in their 5-1 win over the Houston Astros in the series finale at Daikin Park on June 4, helping his team secure and important road series victory to start off June.
The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 5
Three Pitchers Pirates Could Trade For To Help Bullpen
Another day, another bullpen implosion from the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Pirates squandered an 8-3 lead to the Houston Astros in the penultimate bout of their three-game set, allowing six runs in the bottom of the eighth inning en route to an 11-9 loss.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 5
Pirates eager to continue power streak in clash vs. Braves
Two of the most prolific offensive teams in the majors will square off Friday night when the Atlanta Braves host the Pittsburgh Pirates in the opener of a three-game series.
Carmen Mlodzinski News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 5
Carmen Mlodzinski Shows Pirates How Much They Need Him
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have looked for reliable bullpen arms and right-handed pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski displayed exactly what they need this season.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 4
Ryan O'Hearn drives in 3 to lead Pirates past Astros
Ryan O'Hearn slugged a two-run home run as part of a four-run sixth inning and the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates topped the Houston Astros 5-1 on Thursday to claim the rubber match of this three-game series.
Joe LaSorsa News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 4
Pirates Trade LHP to Red Sox for Cash Considerations
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a recent roster move that saw a veteran southpaw join another team. The Pirates announced that they traded left-handed relief pitcher Joe La Sorsa to the Boston Red Sox for cash considerations on June 4.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 4
Pirates Slugger Makes Outfield Return After Injury
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates outfield that started the season hasn't been the same for some time, but that's changing ahead of their upcoming game.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 4
Pirates Pursuing Bullpen Upgrades
The Pirates are actively pursuing bullpen help, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. A source tells Rosenthal that just about every club is looking for additions in that department but the Bucs are being more aggressive than most.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Dennis Santana News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 4
Pirates Have Major Dennis Santana Problem
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a serious problem on their hands. Even as the organization keeps pace in the NL Central and appears on the verge of competing for a postseason berth, the Pirates have a looming issue that must be resolved.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 4
Pirates already aggressive in trade deadline bullpen push
The Pittsburgh Pirates have surprised many around the MLB world with their 33-29 record. Now, they look poised to enter the MLB trade deadline as buyers.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 4
Pirates Should Trade for Red Sox All-Star Pitcher
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates clearly need bullpen help and there is one pitcher that would help them out in this regard, if they decide to go after him.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 4
What's Happening? Pirates' Paul Skenes Battling First MLB Slump
PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes has served as one of the best pitchers of baseball since his debut in May 2024, but he's facing the most adversity in his career at this moment.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 4
Pirates May Report Card: A Legit Offense
School is out, ballparks of all sizes around the country are beginning to fill up, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are continuing to prove that they are worth the price of admission.
Nick Gonzales News / Bucs Dugout / June 4
Nick Gonzales is having an underrated season for Pirates 
On Tuesday night, the Pittsburgh Pirates took down the Houston Astros 10-6 on the road. Third baseman Nick Gonzales was a huge part of the Bucs offensive success against Houston. Gonzales went 3-4 with 3 hits and walked once.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 4
Pirates Bullpen Implodes Against Astros
For seven innings, everything had gone right for the Pittsburgh Pirates. The offense was explosive. The starting pitching was decent. And when Nick Gonzales launched a two-run homer in the top of the seventh to make it 7-3, the visiting dugout at Minute Maid Park had the loose, carefree energy of a team already planning its post-game meal.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 3
The Pirates Finally Have an Offense
No team scored less often in 2025 than the Pirates. Of course, that wasn’t anything new. Since Pittsburgh’s playoff drought began in 2016, only one team, the Marlins, has scored fewer runs.
Carmen Mlodzinski News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 3
Next Outing Decides A Lot for Pirates' Carmen Mlodzinski
PITTSBURGH -- Suddenly, the Pittsburgh Pirates have a new number one public enemy. Pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski went from pleasant surprise to suspended for 24 hours.
Oneil Cruz News / Field Level Media / June 2
Oneil Cruz's 3-run blast propels Pirates past Astros
Oneil Cruz bashed a three-run, go-ahead home run, fueling a four-run sixth inning as the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for a 10-6 victory over the Houston Astros in the opener of a three-game interleague series Tuesday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 1
Pirates Reinstate Carmen Mlodzinski From Restricted List
June 1: Pittsburgh reinstated Mlodzinski from the restricted list during Monday’s off day, reports Jason Mackey of MLB.com. The right-hander tells Mackey he did not consider a trade request and will be available to pitch out of the bullpen for tomorrow’s series opener in Houston.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 31
Pirates' Ben Cherington offers insight on Carmen Mlodzinski situation
Placing Mlodzinski on the restricted list raised some eyebrows, prompting a response from Cherington, who stressed that both the front office and Mlodzinski are having "conversations."
Konnor Griffin News / Yardbarker / June 1
Pirates lose star shortstop Konnor Griffin to a potential serious injury
Griffin struggled in his first month as a big leaguer, batting .231 with a .631 OPS and two home runs, but found his stride once the calendar flipped to May.
Spencer Horwitz News / Yardbarker / May 30
Pirates' Spencer Horwitz emerging as one of the most underrated bats in MLB
Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Spencer Horwitz's bat has been vastly overlooked.
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