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Are Pirates Finally Building World Series Team?

Are Pirates Finally Building World Series Team?

The wheels of the Pittsburgh Pirates ' rebuild had been in motion for the entirety of the 2020s, and their efforts are finally paying off. On one of the

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 9
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Makes American Pro Sports History

Pirates' Konnor Griffin Makes American Pro Sports History

PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin has been a Major League Baseball player for exactly one week. He already has a place in the history of American professional sports.

Enmanuel Valdez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 9
Pirates Infielder Clears Waivers After DFA

Pirates Infielder Clears Waivers After DFA

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will keep an infielder that other teams could've take a chance on this past week. The Pirates outrighted infielder Enmanuel Valdez to Triple-A Indianapolis on April 8, who then activated him and made him available for play going forward, according to his transactions log .

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 9

Pirates Release 2026 City Connect Jerseys

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a new alternate uniform this year, keeping in tradition with the franchise and adding a new flair as well. The

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The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 9
Projecting Pirates’ Extension for Paul Skenes

Projecting Pirates’ Extension for Paul Skenes

After signing top prospect Konnor Griffin to a nine-year, $140 million extension, the Pittsburgh Pirates' next order of business is sorting out Paul Skenes' future.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 9
Details of Konnor Griffin's Pirates Deal Revealed

Details of Konnor Griffin's Pirates Deal Revealed

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Konnor Griffin agreed that they want a future together, one that won't come cheap either. Griffin signed a nine-year contract with the Pirates officially on April 8, with the figure at $140 million that could go up to $150 million with escalators, according to source.

Enmanuel Valdez News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 9
Pirates outright Enmanuel Valdez

Pirates outright Enmanuel Valdez

The Pirates sent utility infielder Enmanuel Valdez outright to Triple-A Indianapolis, per the MLB.com transaction log. He evidently cleared waivers after being designated for assignment when the Bucs called up Konnor Griffin last week.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9
Paul Skenes has ominous comments after Konnor Griffin's extension

Paul Skenes has ominous comments after Konnor Griffin's extension

Paul Skenes had a very interesting choice of words this week.

Pirates owner addresses Konnor Griffin's record-breaking extension
Konnor Griffin eyes bright Pirates future after signing record contract
The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz
Konnor Griffin News / Bucs Dugout / April 8

Pirates management explains why now was right time to extend Konnor Griffin

Wednesday was a historic day in Pittsburgh Pirates and Pittsburgh sports history. It’s a day that will be remembered for what could be the jumpstart of the new era of Pirates baseball.  The Pirates officially signed shortstop Konnor Griffin to a nine-year extension that will keep Griffin under contract through 2034.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 8
Pirates Have Paul Skenes Back At His Very Best

Pirates Have Paul Skenes Back At His Very Best

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need Paul Skenes at the top of his game in 2026 if they're going to push for the postseason and despite some recent struggles, their ace showed he's still amongst the best in the game.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / April 8
Pirates Ace Endorses The Front Office's Hard Work

Pirates Ace Endorses The Front Office's Hard Work

The Pittsburgh Pirates (7-4) are one team in the National League to watch out for this season, as they sit one game out of the lead in the National League Central.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / April 8
Three Players the Pirates Could’ve Signed

Three Players the Pirates Could’ve Signed

When the Pittsburgh Pirates signed Marcell Ozuna, they were likely hoping he’d be a middle-of-the-lineup bat. Ozuna was one of baseball’s best hitters in 2023-2024.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / April 8
Konnor Griffin eyes bright Pirates future after signing record contract

Konnor Griffin eyes bright Pirates future after signing record contract

The 19-year-old shortstop signed a nine-year, $140 million contract with the Pirates on Wednesday, just five days after making his major league debut.

Pirates owner addresses Konnor Griffin's record-breaking extension
The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz
Konnor Griffin News / Field Level Media / April 8
Rookie SS Konnor Griffin gets 9-year contract extension from Pirates

Rookie SS Konnor Griffin gets 9-year contract extension from Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates said Wednesday they have agreed to a nine-year contract extension with shortstop Konnor Griffin, the top prospect in baseball. The team did not announce the contract value, but ESPN pegged it at $140 million, making it the largest amount of guaranteed money in Pirates history and the most for any rookie.

Mitch Keller News / Field Level Media / April 8
Behind Mitch Keller, Pirates chase series win vs. Padres

Behind Mitch Keller, Pirates chase series win vs. Padres

Mitch Keller will try to continue the Pittsburgh Pirates' strong start while fellow right-hander Michael King will bid to get the visiting San Diego Padres back on track when the teams play the decisive contest of a three-game series on Wednesday afternoon.

Marcell Ozuna News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 8
Pirates’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

Pirates’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

Few early-season storylines for the Pittsburgh Pirates are as jarring as Marcell Ozuna’s. The club has opened the 2026 season with a 7–4 record, backed by a lineup producing with consistency and power.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / April 7
Pirates’ Third Base Situation Already Starting to Solve Itself

Pirates’ Third Base Situation Already Starting to Solve Itself

The Pittsburgh Pirates entered 2026 with some uncertainty on the left side of the infield. Jared Triolo lined up as the Bucs’ shortstop, with Nick Gonzales and Nick Yorke as their answer at third base.

Jared Triolo News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 5
Pirates Place Jared Triolo On 10-Day Injured List

Pirates Place Jared Triolo On 10-Day Injured List

The Pirates announced this morning that they’ve placed infielder Jared Triolo on the 10-day injured list due to patellar tendon injury in his right knee.

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