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Cherington: 'Balance' between planning, unleashing Jones, Skenes

There is always a fine line to walk when managing top prospects. Ben Cherington and the Pirates front office spent the offseason meticulously planning out the pathways for all of their prospects, but no plans are under larger microscopes than the ones in place for red-hot rookie Jared Jones and last year's top pick Paul Skenes.

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Watch: Pirates prospect Paul Skenes' remarkable streak ends

Many fans wonder how long it will take before the Pirates call up the generational prospect.

Pirates GM Ben Cherington talks Skenes' development

Pirates rookie joins select group of pitchers

Jared Jones broke batter’s ankles with filthy pitch

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago

Pirates GM Ben Cherington Talks Paul Skenes Development

PITTSBURH — Prized prospect Paul Skenes had another strong showing in his latest start with Triple-A Indianapolis on Wednesday afternoon. The 2023 first-overall pick was scored upon for the first time this season, but set career-highs in innings (4.1) and pitches (71).

Bailey Falter News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 6 hours ago

Bailey Falter Rapidly Becoming a Different Pitcher

Bailey Falter’s career seemed to be, ahem, faltering. Sorry, but I couldn’t resist. The Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander struggled throughout much of spring training, allowing 14 runs in 16 innings.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 3 hours ago

Pirates vs. Brewers Probable Starting Pitchers – April 24

The Pittsburgh Pirates (13-11) host the Milwaukee Brewers (14-8). The contest at PNC Park begins at 6:40 PM ET on Wednesday. The Pirates will look to Josh Fleming (1-0) versus the Brewers and Bryse Wilson (2-0).

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / 2 hours ago

Pirates Rookie Joins Select Group of Pitchers

On Monday, Pittsburgh Pirates rookie pitcher Jared Jones joined a select group, striking out seven Milwaukee Brewers at PNC Park. That made him the fourth pitcher to strike out seven batters in each of his first five career games since 1893.

Andrew McCutchen News / Field Level Media / 3 hours ago

Andrew McCutchen, Pirates aim for 3 straight vs. Brewers

Manager Derek Shelton was looking for a spark when he moved veteran Andrew McCutchen to the leadoff spot at the start of the Pittsburgh Pirates' current four-game series against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 5 hours ago

Falter sizzles again, finding value in simplicity with Bart behind plate

Bailey Falter isn't the type of pitcher who will overpower hitters with an upper-90s fastball and devastating breaking pitches a la Jared Jones. He's

David Bednar News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 7 hours ago

David Bednar Returning to Form When Pirates Need it Most

To start the season, David Bednar didn’t look anything like the pitcher that was named a National League All-Star in back-to-back seasons. Through his first seven appearances, Bednar had a disastrous 13.50 ERA and blew three of his first four save opportunities.

Bailey Falter News / Field Level Media / 2 hours ago

Bailey Falter pitches Pirates to victory over Brewers

Andrew McCutchen hit a leadoff homer in the first inning, Bailey Falter threw seven-plus effective frames and the host Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 on Tuesday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago

McCutchen Hits Another Leadoff Homer, Falter Dazzles as Pirates Beat Brewers 2-1

Andrew McCutchen hit a leadoff home run for the second-straight game and Bailey Falter pitched into the eighth inning for the first time in his career

MLB News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Watch: Brewers pitcher had brutal first career pitch in Majors

Brewers pitcher Tobias Myers made his Major League debut on Tuesday night and he found out very quickly that pitching in the big league is very different from the minor leagues.

Brewers place left-hander on injured list with elbow inflammation

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MLB News / ESPN / 3 hours ago

D-backs acquire INF Alcantara, claim LHP Jacques

The Diamondbacks acquired infielder Sergio Alcantara from the Pirates for cash considerations on Tuesday, and claimed left-hander Joe Jacques off waivers from the Red Sox.

Jared Jones News / Viral Sports News / 3 hours ago

Pittsburgh Pirates’ Jared Jones Continues Hot Start, Snaps Losing Streak

The Pittsburgh Pirates got off to a very hot start in the 2024 MLB Season. They were 9-2 out of the gate, as they were clicking on all cylinders. Unfortunately for them, things unraveled as quickly as they clicked.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / 41 minutes ago

Jared Jones broke batter’s ankles with filthy pitch

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jared Jones claimed his first real MLB victim on Monday night.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / 2 hours ago

Skid snapped, Pirates pursue another win over Brewers

After snapping a six-game losing streak, the Pittsburgh Pirates will look for another victory when they host the Milwaukee Brewers on Tuesday evening in the second game of a four-game series.

MLB News / Yardbarker / 20 minutes ago