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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 8
Pirates Relief Pitcher Filling Bullpen Role Perfectly
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen has been their weakest part of their roster, but recent improvements have made them a formidable unit. One player who is a big reason for that is right-handed pitcher Yohan Ramírez, who has been incredible for the Pirates the past two months.
Carmen Mlodzinski News / Athlon Sports / August 8
Pirates Player Assigns Blame After 4th Straight Loss
The Pittsburgh Pirates dropped their fourth straight game Friday night, and Carmen Mlodzinski didn't try to shift the blame elsewhere. Making his first major league start in more than two months, Mlodzinski struggled as Pittsburgh fell 6-4 to the New York Mets.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8
Josh Harrison gets 100% real on being able to retire with Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled in recent weeks, but had a reason to celebrate on Friday. Pittsburgh celebrated the career of utility man and star Josh Harrison.
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 8
Pirates Could Sure Use Josh Harrison Right Now
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are in a slump and close to wasting away what could be a great season, where they really need someone to step up and lead the way.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 7
Pirates vs. Mets Game Delayed at PNC Park
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates can't seem to avoid the rain and they'll once again have to deal with its consequences. The Pirates series opener vs.
Chris Devenski News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 7
Pirates Relief Pitcher Moves On From Team
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have gone through a number of relief pitchers this season and another one will try and find playing time on a different team.
Konnor Griffin News / Viral Sports News / August 7
Pirates’ Konnor Griffin Injury Situation Takes New Turn
The Pittsburgh Pirates continue to battle through a challenging stretch of the season as they try to stay relevant in the National League wild-card picture, with recent injury setbacks compounding their difficulties.
Nick Gonzales News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 7
Pirates' Nick Gonzales Bat Overshadowing Learning Curve
The Pittsburgh Pirates grabbed headlines during Major League Baseball's trade deadline for their retooled bullpen . But it's their bats that put them in position to be buyers for a playoff push.
Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / August 7
Pirates Receive Oneil Cruz Update After 51 Missed Games
The Pittsburgh Pirates received a great update on centerfielder Oneil Cruz on Friday morning. Cruz has been out for the Pirates since June 8th and he is currently on the 60-day injured list with left hand fourth and fifth metacarpal non-displaced fractures.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 7
Pirates' postseason push in need of reset against Mets
It's make-or-break time for the Pittsburgh Pirates as they return home on Friday to open a three-game series against the New York Mets. The Pirates bolstered
Dennis Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 6
Diamondbacks Sign Dennis Santana To Minor League Deal
Veteran reliever Dennis Santana has inked a minor league deal with the Diamondbacks, per his MLB.com transaction tracker. The right-hander was designated for assignment by the Pirates in late July.
Marcell Ozuna News / TWSN / August 6
Top Three Destinations for Former All-Star Marcell Ozuna
After being one of the biggest splashes of the Pittsburgh Pirates' expensive offseason, three-time All-Star Marcell Ozuna has been designated for assignment by the Braves.
Paul Skenes News / Viral Sports News / August 6
MLB Insider Drops Strong Paul Skenes Message Amid Struggles
ESPN baseball analyst Tim Kurkjian expressed confidence Wednesday that Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes will overcome his recent struggles and return to elite form for the remainder of the 2026 season.
Chris Devenski News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5
Pirates Outright Chris Devenski
The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Ronny Simón. He’ll take the roster spot of designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, who has been released.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / August 5
Pirates Release 3-Time All-Star Following MLB Trade Deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been one of the most surprising teams this MLB season. At a 57-58 record, Pittsburgh is hanging around in the National League Wild Card race, sitting 3.5 games back of the final spot.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / The Lead / August 5
Game Theory Supports the Pirates Decision To Buy at the Deadline
Despite losing five of their last six and nine of their last 13 ahead of August 3, the Pittsburgh Pirates bought big at the deadline. The Bucs’ buying may be bizarre to some, given that they were 56-57 and sixth in the wildcard race.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / August 5
Pirates acknowledge whiff in free agency with Marcell Ozuna's release
The Pittsburgh Pirates have seen enough of one disappointing free agency addition.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / August 5
Will the Pirates’ Re-Built Bullpen Carry Them to October?
Heading into the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline, the Pittsburgh Pirates had one clear area they needed to upgrade to take one step closer to contention: their bullpen.
Andrew McCutchen News / Yardbarker / August 5
This may be the end for Pirates legend Andrew McCutchen
At 39 years old, McCutchen's best days are behind him.
Mitch Keller News / Field Level Media / August 4
Pirates RHP Mitch Keller (shoulder) out for season
The Pittsburgh Pirates' National League wild-card aspirations took a hit on Monday with the news that right-hander Mitch Keller will miss the rest of the season due to a teres major muscle injury in his throwing shoulder.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Pirates continue to bolster bullpen with pair of deals ahead of deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates' overhaul of their relief corps continued to the wire of the trade deadline.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Pirates continue revamping bullpen with Luke Weaver
Weaver is the second reliever the Pirates have acquired after trading for Camilo Doval on Saturday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Pirates seem determined to be buyers despite recent slump, injuries
Before the start of the Pittsburgh Pirates weekend series against the Cincinnati Reds, general manager Ben Cherington made it clear that nothing that happened in the series was going to change his approach to the trade deadline.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Yankees trading struggling reliever Camilo Doval to Pirates
A failed tenure in New York has now led to Doval being traded for a second time in as many seasons.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31
Paul Skenes isn't giving the Pirates what they need, and it is costing them
The Pittsburgh Pirates invented a new way to lose an important game on Friday, dropping a staggering 8-7 game to the Cincinnati Reds that extended their losing streak to four games. They are now 5-9 since the All-Star break.
Jared Jones News / Yardbarker / July 25
Pirates starter Jared Jones' July surge has made him a weapon in the rotation
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jared Jones' performance has surged in July, and he has become a dominant weapon in the rotation.
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