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Paul Skenes calls himself ‘too stupid’ to learn one important skill in pitching

Paul Skenes gave a funny answer when asked how much control he takes over pitch-calling during starts. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace did not try to make himself sound like a one-man pitching lab on the mound.

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Pirates Top Prospect Seth Hernandez Dazzles in First High-A Start

Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect Seth Hernandez recently became the top-ranked minor leaguer in the organization's farm system—and he showed exactly why he's so highly touted in his first High-A start.

Brandon Lowe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

Pirates’ Brandon Lowe doubles down on home runs in Keystone State clash vs. Phillies

Brandon Lowe was explosive with his at-bat appearances during the Pittsburgh Pirates’ clash with the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night. Lowe is going through the ninth season of his MLB career, his first with the Pirates.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 16

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber reaches historic pace after two-homer game

A day after extending his major league-lead in home runs, Kyle Schwarber blasts two more to reach a major milestone and set an historic pace.

Merrill Kelly goes distance for MLB rarity in Diamondbacks' win

Davis Martin has emerged as a rare bright spot in White Sox rotation

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong performing as defensive prowess

Three MLB teams that could get early jump on trade deadline

Each MLB division leader's biggest weakness at the quarter point

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 15

Last year's David Bednar trade is going to haunt the 2026 Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen had another meltdown on Friday night.

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber reaches historic pace after two-homer game

Aaron Judge sends warning to Yankees ahead of Subway Series showdown with Mets

Five young NL breakout performers in MLB this season

The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bleacher Report / May 15

Watch: Hit it right into the cone

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Pirates Put Cone to Use on Latest Home Run

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have used their traffic cone as a rallying call this season and aren't afraid to get creative with it. Pirates designated

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Pirates Keeping Faith in Young Catcher Before Phillies Game

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a big series against one of their main rivals and they'll stick by a catcher who could become a solution to one of their main problems.

Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

Pirates’ Paul Skenes has self-deprecating reason for not calling his own pitches

After Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes had a scorching start against the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday, the pitcher has impressed immensely this season, though the process before the throw with the 23-year-old is interesting to say the least.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

Pirates’ Konnor Griffin draws honest truth bomb from Paul Skenes

Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes continues to perform at an elite level, and he has more help this season. MLB’s top prospect Konnor Griffin was promoted to the big leagues earlier in the year.

Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Pirates Slugger Finds His Power Again

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a number of great power hitters in their lineup this season, but one of their better players had some struggles lately.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

Pirates’ Paul Skenes makes hilariously real Shohei Ohtani admission

Shohei Ohtani is one of the best players in MLB. While Ohtani has not hit quite as well in 2026, he is still one of the best pitchers in the game. Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes is happy that he does not have to face the Los Angeles Dodgers star as a hitter, something he said on The Pat McAfee Show.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Pirates Starting Pitchers Face Great Test in Phillies Series

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates starting rotation has had a strong showing so far in May, but they'll have their biggest test yet this weekend. The Pirates will host their in-state rivals in the Philadelphia Phillies at PNC Park, May 15-17, as a part of rivalry week, where teams across baseball face off against their most disliked ballclub.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / May 15

5 Greatest Pittsburgh Pirates Pitchers of All Time

Few lists are tougher to put together than that of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ top five pitchers in history. The list is loaded with similar pitchers with similar totals from similar eras.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / May 15

5 Greatest Pittsburgh Pirates Hitters of All Time

The state of Oklahoma has never had and probably will never have a Major League Baseball team. Allegiances range from the Royals and Cardinals to the Rangers and Rockies, most commonly.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 15

Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/15/2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 24-20 record following a successful series opening at home. In the last day, the club won a series against the Colorado Rockies.

Mason Montgomery News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Pirates Southpaw Quietly Putting Up Great Season

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a number of strong options throughout their pitching staff and one reliever is having an incredible campaign so far.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Four Biggest Winners in Pirates' Series Win Over Rockies

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates continued their great month of May with another series win, this time against the Colorado Rockies. The Pirates took

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Pirates May Have Solution at Catcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have looked for someone at catcher to step up and provide some offense and they finally got that in their latest win.

MLB News / Bucs Dugout / May 15

Endy Rodriguez sighting lifts Pirates over Rockies

Endu Rodriguez made his first Major League appearance since June of 2025, and he responded by going 2-for-3,including a double and a two-run single, to lift the Pirates to a 7-2 win over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 14

Ryan O’Hearn helps Pirates slay Rockies

Ryan O'Hearn homered and finished with three hits and two RBI to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-2 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday afternoon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 14