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Carmen Mlodzinski News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 17
The One Move Pirates Must Make Before Trade Deadline
Trading talent off the major league roster wouldn't necessarily be the best course of action for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this year's deadline, but one major exception should be made.
Robert Hassell News / Bucs Dugout / July 17
Pirates acquire former top prospect in trade with Nationals 
The Pittsburgh Pirates were making moves on the last day of the All-Star Break, acquiring former top prospect Robert Hassell III from the Washington Nationals on Thursday for cash or a player to be named later.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 17
Pirates Trading Oneil Cruz is a Non-Starter
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a busy trade deadline ahead of them, but one player who won't be moving on is center fielder Oneil Cruz. 93.7
The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?
Robert Hassell News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 17
Pirates Could Unlock Robert Hassell's Potential After Trade
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates aren't afraid of taking chances on players who haven't reached their full potential and they've done it once again with a recent move.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16
Predicting Pirates’ biggest move before MLB trade deadline
For the first time in a decade, the Pittsburgh Pirates are genuinely relevant in late July. Sitting at 50-47, over .500 for the first time since 2016, the Bucs head into the second half of the 2026 season with something they haven’t had in years: leverage.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 16
Pirates Acquire Former Top Prospect From Nationals
The Pittsburgh Pirates are taking a chance on a former top-100 prospect. On Thursday, the Washington Nationals announced that they traded outfielder Robert Hassell III to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for cash or a player to be named later.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 16
Pirates Acquire Former Top Prospect From Nationals
The Pittsburgh Pirates are taking a chance on a former top prospect who hasn't quite panned out as initially hoped. Per the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Colin Beazley, the Pirates have acquired outfielder Robert Hassell III from the Washington Nationals for either cash considerations or a player to be named later (PTBNL).
Dennis Santana News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 16
Pirates Must Consider DFA for Relief Pitcher After All-Star Break
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen has been the epicenter for the team's main issues in 2026, and one of their veterans has had a difficult season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / July 15
Why Did the Pirates Draft Derek Curiel 5th Overall?
The 2026 MLB Draft was full of electric talents, especially on the college side. From superstars like Roch Cholowsky, Grady Emerson, and Vahn Lackey to other collegiate sluggers like Drew Burress, it didn’t take much to get excited about the very top of this draft class.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / New Baseball Media / July 15
2026 MLB First-Half Recap: Pittsburgh Pirates
In what will be Paul Skenes’ last season before arbitration eligibility, time is starting to tick on the Pirates’ window. Through the first half of 2026, the Pirates’ offense did its job.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 15
5 Pirates Most Likely to Be Traded Before MLB Trade Deadline
After cultivating one of the strongest minor league systems across baseball, the Pittsburgh Pirates are getting ready to cash in as buyers at this year's trade deadline.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 15
Five Best Moments From First Half of Pirates' 2026 Season
The Pittsburgh Pirates are in the midst of one of their best seasons over the past decade. They're firmly in the National League Wild Card race, sitting two games back of the Miami Marlins for the final spot with a 50-47 record, and are primed to buy at the trade deadline for the second time in three years.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 15
Konnor Griffin Ecstatic About Pirates' 2026 First Round Draft Pick
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin is the leader of the future of the Pirates and won't be alone in the future success of the franchise. The Pirates took LSU
Paul Skenes News / HITC / July 15
Who is Livvy Dunne? The social media gymnast and Baywatch star dating MLB pitcher Paul Skenes
Olivia ‘Livvy’ Dunne is far from just MLB superstar Paul Skenes’ girlfriend. Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes entered the MLB Red Carpet event ahead of the 2026 All-Star Game with his longtime girlfriend, Livvy Dunne.
Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14
Paul Skenes was caught off guard by ‘future Yankee’ comment
Pittsburgh Pirates fans will not love what a reporter said when referring to ace pitcher Paul Skenes during Monday’s MLB All-Star media availability in Philadelphia.
Paul Skenes News / Trade Talk Sports / July 13
Paul Skenes Pushes Back on Concerns Over His Velocity
The Pittsburgh Pirates are as competitive as they’ve ever been during the Paul Skenes era, yet that’s surprisingly been driven more by the offense than by Skenes and the pitching staff.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 13
Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 MLB Draft Recap & Player Analysis
The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the 2026 MLB Draft with a massive opportunity, wielding a record-shattering $19,130,700 bonus pool. This financial flexibility shaped their strategy.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 13
Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 Trade Deadline Outlook 07/13/2026
As of July 13th, our Pittsburgh Pirates have a record of 50 wins and 47 losses. They are currently two games back from a National League Wild Card spot.
Cam Sanders News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13
Orioles acquire Cam Sanders from Pirates
The Orioles have traded for right-hander Cam Sanders, the team announced. The Pirates designated Sanders for assignment last week. Pittsburgh will receive cash in the deal.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Yardbarker / July 12
Esmerlyn Valdez adds another feat to remarkable start to MLB career
Nicknamed ''The Magician,'' Esmerlyn Valdez is doing unimaginable things offensively for the Pittsburgh Pirates this season.
Cam Sanders News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11
Pirates Designate Cam Sanders For Assignment
The Pirates have designated right-hander Cam Sanders for assignment, and moved shortstop Konnor Griffin from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL. The two moves clear roster spots for Jacob Gonzalez and Brandon Eisert, who were acquired yesterday from the White Sox.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 10
Pirates acquire Konnor Griffin injury replacement in trade with White Sox
The Pittsburgh Pirates attempted to fill two problem spots with their roster on Friday night in a trade with the Chicago White Sox.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / July 10
What Does a Perfect MLB Draft Look Like for the Pirates?
Heading into the 2026 MLB Draft, the vibe around the Pittsburgh Pirates is far different than at this point in past years. Currently sitting at 47-47, the Pirates are just five games out of an NL Wild Card spot, and with an active deadline, they have a real shot to make things interesting down the stretch.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 7
Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn joins Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani in rare club after blowout win over Braves
Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Ryan O'Hearn now belongs to a club that includes Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani.
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