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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 28
Pirates' Endy Rodriguez Addresses Injury Recovery
PITTSBURGH — Endy Rodríguez was once one of the most important prospects for the Pirates, but recent years have put him on the periphery of the roster and at his position.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 28
Where Pirates Stand in Eugenio Suárez Race
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made additions to their lineup this offseason and are still looking to make another, with Eugenio Suárez a top option for them.
Konnor Griffin News / Bucs Dugout / January 28
Pirates Konnor Griffin named top prospect in baseball by ESPN 
With Spring Training and the 2026 MLB season within sight, ESPN has released their list of the Top 100 MLB prospects for the upcoming season. Atop their list was the Pittsburgh Pirates’ Konnor Griffin, who has been touted as one of the best prospects in recent history.
The 'MLB active doubles leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players with 300 or more doubles in their career can you name in five minutes?
Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 27
Insider Pushes Pirates to Re-Sign Andrew McCutchen
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Andrew McCutchen have generally been together at this point of the offseason in recent years, but there's no guarantee the franchise star returns for 2026.
The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees
The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.
Isaac Mattson News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 27
Pirates Pitcher Eyes Next Step in Evolution
Surrounded by reporters and cameras during PiratesFest at the David L. Lawrence Convention Center last week, reliever Isaac Mattson exuded a quiet confidence.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / January 27
Pirates labeled among winners of offseason
The Pittsburgh Pirates are hoping to break their drought of over a decade of not playing in the postseason in 2026. They certainly helped their chances with some free agency and trades this offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 27
Pirates Star Becomes Latest Player to Join World Baseball Classic
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have Spring Training beginning soon, but some players have bigger dreams on their mind before the season starts. Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz will represent Team Dominican Republic in the upcoming World Baseball Classic this spring, according to insider Francys Romero .
Konnor Griffin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 27
ESPN ranks Pirates’ Konnor Griffin in own tier with eye-opening mash-up comparison
There has been a lot of buzz this Major League Baseball offseason about Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin. The shortstop is now getting another honor, as an ESPN report ranks Griffin in a tier all by himself.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 27
Pirates Named Breakout Team in 2026
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates fans haven't seen their team achieve much in more than a decade, but this upcoming season might be the one they finally get back to winning ways.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 27
Pirates Have Top 10 Second Baseman in 2026
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made some great additions this offseason, but one of their new players is amongst the best at their position. The Pirates landed second baseman Brandon Lowe from the Tampa Bay Rays on Dec.
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.
Andrew McCutchen News / Bucs Dugout / January 26
Andrew McCutchen responds to his Pirates future, wants to return next season
There’s no denying the impact, love, and legacy that Andrew McCutchen has left on the Pirates and the region. The 2013 NL MVP brought winning baseball back to Pittsburgh and may one day have his No.
Kyle Nicolas News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 26
Pirates Pitcher Potentially Featuring in World Baseball Classic
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are getting ready for Spring Training, which starts in the next couple of weeks, but some players have other dreams on their mind.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 26
Pirates Predicted to Trade for Phillies Outfielder
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a solid outfield heading into next season, but one that can always use additions. The Pirates have Oneil Cruz in center field and Bryan Reynolds in right field, both players who are looking for bounce back seasons in 2026.
Konnor Griffin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 26
Pirates’ Konnor Griffin claims top spot in Keith Law’s 2026 prospect rankings
Pittsburgh Pirates fans have fresh reason to believe. Now, Konnor Griffin sits atop Keith Law’s 2026 rankings, placing the Pirates prospect at the center of the MLB prospects spotlight.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 26
Pirates' Paul Skenes, Livvy Dunne Stun at Cy Young Award Dinner
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes had a big-time honor bestowed upon him this past weekend, with girlfriend Livvy Dunne right next to him.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 26
Pirates GM Addresses Potential Eugenio Suárez Signing
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made some important additions this offseason, which have improved their lineup for 2026. The Pirates landed second baseman Brandon Lowe in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays, plus signed free agent Ryan O'Hearn to a two-year, $29 million deal, adding two left-handed power bats.
Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 26
Pirates Need to Make Andrew McCutchen Decision
PITTSBURGH — There isn't a name more synonymous with the Pittsburgh Pirates than Andrew McCutchen and for good reason. McCutchen has excelled in Pittsburgh over 12 seasons and two stints, putting him amongst the best players in franchise history and their best player in the 21st century.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / January 26
Don’t miss these three early-season series for the Pirates
The MLB regular season is fast approaching, and there are a couple of can’t miss series early on in the season for the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Pirates start their first two series of the year on the road against the New York Mets and Cincinnati Reds.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / January 25
Snowmageddon: Reliving Four Pirates Games Played in Snow and Cold
The dangerously frigid weather and relentless snow sweeping Pittsburgh this weekend bring to mind Pirates games played in wintry weather. Not to the extremes we’re seeing today, mind you.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / New Baseball Media / January 25
2025 MLB Farm Review: Pittsburgh Pirates
Heading into 2026, the Pirates boast one of the best farm systems in all of baseball. Part of the reason why that is the case is that Pittsburgh’s organization includes two of the best young players in baseball today, plus others who make it one of the deepest in Major League Baseball, as well.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 25
The Pirates’ Rotation Options
Pittsburgh has spent the majority of the offseason focused on hitting. For a club that finished dead last in scoring last season, the approach makes sense. The Pirates parted with a pair of young starters to acquire more bats.
Andrew McCutchen News / Larry Brown Sports / January 25
Andrew McCutchen calls out Pirates for snubbing him
Andrew McCutchen is not happy with the Pittsburgh Pirates for a lack of acknowledgement before the potential end of his career. Some Pirates fans were not happy that McCutchen, who is currently a free agent, has not been re-signed by the Pirates and was not in attendance for the team’s offseason fan event on Saturday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / January 24
Pirates still open to bringing longtime star back
Andrew McCutchen has established himself as a Pittsburgh Pirates legend. He may have a chance to add another chapter to that legacy in 2026.
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