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Pirates Desperate for Offseason Upgrade at Critical Position

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have many areas of the roster they'll need to improve for 2026, but one position in particular is in most need compared to the others Pittsburgh doesn't have a starting left fielder for 2026, as Tommy Pham is out of a contract, after he signed a one year, $4.025 million deal ahead of the 2025 season.

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Roberto Clemente added to Pittsburgh Walk of Fame

The City of Pittsburgh announced it’s first-ever Walk of Fame class at The Terminal in Pittsburgh’s Strip District, with one noteable member of the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Oneil Cruz News / Last Word On Sports / October 20

Why Elly De La Cruz Needs to Stay at Shortstop

Like many young stars, Elly De La Cruz has faced criticism regarding his defense. The 23-year-old shortstop is the heartbeat of the Cincinnati Reds. He just wrapped up his third big league season, where the Reds made the postseason for the first time since 2020, but were quickly bounced in the Wild Card round by the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 20

Pirates Legend Placed on Pittsburgh Walk of Fame

PITTSBURGH — The City of Pittsburgh honored some of the greatest people in the city's history, including one of the greatest Pittsburgh Pirates players.

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Three-home-run MLB playoff games' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in one postseason game can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active 200-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Multiple 50-home run MLB seasons' quiz

The '400+ total bases in one MLB season' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 20

Four prospects standing out in the Arizona Fall League

The Arizona Fall League season is nearing its midpoint, with several standouts making their MLB teams notice.

The 25 greatest MLB utility players of all-time

The 'MLB playoff home run leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Alexander Canario News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 20

Pirates Outfielder Gaining Experience in Dominican Winter League

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are in their first month of the offseason, but one player is currently taking more time to get better over the remainder of 2025.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 20

Pirates Prospect Continues Onslaught of Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — One Pittsburgh Pirates prospect has had an incredible campaign so far in the Arizona Fall League and put on their best performance in their most recent game.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 19

Pirates Have Tough Decision Ahead of Rule 5 Draft

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have tough roster decisions throughout this offseason, but especially on one prospect ahead of the Rule 5 Draft. The Rule 5 Draft allows teams without a full 40-man roster to add players from other teams that aren't on the 40-man roster.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 19

Livvy Dunne Pokes Fun at Pirates' Paul Skenes

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes is enjoying his offseason with girlfriend Livvy Dunne, who doesn't shy away from having a laugh at her boyfriend.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / October 18

Pirates Should Be All Over This Minor League Free Agent

The 2026 offseason has begun for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and among the avenues they’ll pursue are minor league free agents. Back in my childhood (the 1960s and 1970s), it wasn’t unusual for Pittsburgh’s professional teams to seek out the opinions of media members for recommendations about players.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 18

Pirates' Paul Skenes, Livvy Dunne Go Overseas

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes and girlfriend Livvy Dunne have more free time this offseason and are choosing to make the most if it.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 18

Pirates Top Prospect Keeps Up Work in Offseason

PITTSBURGH — While many players are enjoying their offseason and taking time for themselves, a Pittsburgh Pirates prospect is still working hard every day on becoming a better baseball player.

Tony Blanco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 17

Pirates Prospect Crushes Home Run in Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of their better power hitting prospects in the Arizona Fall League and he showed exactly why the franchise has so much hope for him in the future.

Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / October 17

Livvy Dunne and Paul Skenes share photos from their Italy vacation

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes and his girlfriend Livvy Dunne seem to be enjoying the offseason. Skenes recently wrapped up what was a Cy Young-caliber season for him but another disappointing year for the Pittsburgh Pirates, who finished 71-91 and missed the playoffs for the 10th straight season.

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The 'Most two passing touchdown NFL games' quiz

The 'College basketball AP preseason No. 1 teams' quiz

The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 17

Pirates Should Hire MLB Great as a Hitting Coach

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had an horrendous year from the plate in 2025, but one MLB great could help change that around if they bring him on as a coach.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 17

One Pirates Prospect to Watch in Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few top prospects in the Arizona Fall League, but one of their prospects could use this next month as a great way to end their campaign heading into 2026.

Liover Peguero News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

Pirates Infielder Playing in Dominican Winter League

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are in their third week of the offseason, but some of their players are still working on their game and playing in other leagues.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 16

Six Takeaways From the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2025 Season

The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the 2025 season chasing an October appearance for the first time since 2015. With a new and exciting, young core, their pursuit of the postseason seemed to be in reach with a little offensive help.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

Pirates Prospect Keeps Homering in Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates prospect has continued his incredible play in the Arizona Fall League in his latest game. Esmerlyn Valdez, playing for

Clint Frazier News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

Former Player Jokingly Begs Not to be Traded to Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have served as one of the worst teams in baseball in the past three decades and one former MLB player joked about his lack of desire to play for them.

Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

Pirates Outfielder Named Top Trade Piece

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a long offseason ahead of them and with one of their players seen as a top commodity on the trade market. Joel Ruter of Bleacher Report wrote an article titled, "Top 25 MLB Trade Chips Big Board For the 2025-26 Offseason", and placed Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz at 12th on his list.

Dennis Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 11

Will Pirates trade reliever coming off career year in 2025?

The Pirates aren’t intentionally rebuilding, but they’re coming off a 71-91 season that represented a step back from their consecutive 76-win campaigns before that. Should the Pirates view this offseason as a sell-high opportunity?

The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The 'A.L. and N.L. yearly save leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / October 5

Three offseason focal points for the Pittsburgh Pirates

Pirates' pitching did their part, posting a 3.76 ERA, the seventh-best mark in the majors. However, the lineup struggled more than expected, ranking last in the majors with a .665 OPS and a mere 583 runs scored.

Pirates make confusing decision to fire most successful coach

Will Pirates GM Ben Cherington return in 2026?

The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The ''MLB: The Show' cover athlete' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30