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On YouTubeOneil Cruz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 1
Watch Pirates’ Oneil Cruz feed Punxsutawney Phil a banana
Two of the more prominent figures in Pennsylvania today converged in PNC Park. Punxsutawney Phil, the most important and recognizable groundhog on the planet, was in town to participate in the ceremonial first pitch ahead of Thursday’s game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and St.
Ryan Harbin News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 1
Pirates Release Ryan Harbin
May 1: As expected, the MLB.com transaction log indicates that Harbin has been released. It stands to reason Pittsburgh will try to bring him back on a minor league contract.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 1
Pirates vs. Reds Starting in Rain Delay
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds will have a delayed start to the first game of their weekend series at PNC Park due to inclement weather.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 1
Pirates' Jared Jones Could Take Another Step in Recovery
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates can't wait to get Jared Jones back fully healthy and he's ready for the next step in his comeback from injury. Jones
Pirates Giving Outfielder Prospect Great Opportunity
PITTSBURGH — One Pittsburgh Pirates prospect is finally breaking out in 2026 and the organization is making sure they capitalize on that. Lonnie White Jr.
Mitch Jebb News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 1
Pirates Rising Prospect Dealt Setback After Strong 2026 Start
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had one prospect that was making great strides in 2026, but won't play for the foreseeable future. Pirates outfield prospect Mitch Jebb went on the 7-day injured list back on April 27 and hasn't played since with Triple-A Indianapolis, where he earned promotion to back on April 21.
Brandon Lowe News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 1
Pirates' April Report Card: Catcher a Problem, Brandon Lowe is Not
PITTSBURGH — The calendar has flipped to May, and the Pittsburgh Pirates stand at the most maddening non-losing record in baseball: 16-16. It's the high-water mark of mediocrity, a number that perfectly encapsulates a month of dizzying highs, a genuine pulse, and a current five-game losing streak that has the fanbase reaching for the antacids.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 1
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/01/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates enter the new month with a 16-16 record after a challenging home stand. The team was swept in a four-game series by the St. Louis Cardinals, concluding with a 10-5 loss yesterday afternoon.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / May 1
The Pirates’ Next Ace Is Already Thriving in the Minors
The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the 2025 MLB Draft looking to answer some important questions regarding how their future core was beginning to develop. While the Pirates have proved repeatedly that they’re capable of developing high-end pitching talent, the same could not be said for their hitting depth outside of Konnor Griffin.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Pirates Must Stop Slide Before it's Too Late
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had a promising start to the season and were one of baseball's most surprising teams, but a recent skid threatens to ruin all the progress they've made over the first month of the season.
MLB News / Bucs Dugout / May 1
Top 3 takeaways after the Pirates vs Cardinals series 
The Pittsburgh Pirates just got swept by the St. Louis Cardinals and have dropped to 16-16 on the season. What looked like a great start to the season has quickly gone sour, so here are my top 3 concerns/takeaways from the four game series. The season started with the pitching looking really good but the last four games they have struggled.
Pirates Starting Pitchers Need Bounceback vs. Reds
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are in the midst of their worst run of the season, but could turn things around with some strong showings from their starting pitching in the next series.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 30
Cardinals roll past Pirates, Paul Skenes
JJ Wetherholt and Jordan Walker both homered during a three-run first inning off reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes and Alec Burleson went 3-for-5 with three RBIs as the visiting St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 30
Punxsutawney Phil ‘Throws’ First Pitch at Pirates Game
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates decided they would have some fun ahead of their most recent home game, recognizing a furry friend that well-known across the commonwealth.
Anthony Solometo News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 30
Pirates Prospect Suffers Career Blow: How It Changes His MLB Path
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have many promising prospects in their farm system, but one of them hasn't reached their potential, despite a solid start to his career.
Don Kelly News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30
Pirates manager Don Kelly cusses out umpire Laz Diaz during game
Don Kelly got to live out every MLB manager’s dream this week — cursing out Laz Diaz. The Pittsburgh Pirates played Wednesday against the division rival St.
Ryan Harbin News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 29
Pirates Designate Ryan Harbin For Assignment
Pirates right-hander Ryan Harbin has been designated for assignment, per a club announcement. His spot on the 40-man roster goes to veteran reliever Chris Devenski, whose previously reported promotion to the major league roster is now official.
Chris Devenski News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 29
Pirates To Select Chris Devenski
1:17pm: The Pirates optioned Hunter Barco to clear an active roster spot, per Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. They still need to open a 40-man spot.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / April 29
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 04/29/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 16-14 record and sit fifth in the NL Central standings. Following an 11-7 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday, the team enters today on its first three-game losing streak of the season.
Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / April 27
Pirates Announce Oneil Cruz Update After Removal From Lineup
The Pittsburgh Pirates will be without one of their most important offensive weapons Monday night. The team scratched center fielder Oneil Cruz from the starting lineup ahead of their series opener against the St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / April 27
The Skenes-Ashcraft Duo Should Have Pirates Fans Salivating
Since 2000, the Pittsburgh Pirates have finished above .500 just four times. Three of those four occurrences came during the 2013-’15 seasons and were the only instances of a Pittsburgh playoff appearance during that 25-year stretch.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 26
Three underrated MLB sluggers helping their teams reach winning records
This story is about sluggers whose names don’t make the headlines as often, but deserve more recognition for their performances.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 26
Why Braves' Chris Sale is a super-early NL Cy Young favorite
It's only late April, but a clear leader in the National League Cy Young race is emerging.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 24
Pirates' Konnor Griffin celebrates 20th birthday with first career home run
The Pittsburgh Pirates have high hopes and big expectations for shortstop Konnor Griffin, and on Friday night, he celebrated his 20th birthday by checking a big accomplishment off the list by hitting his first Major League home run.
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