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Paul Skenes News / CBSSports.com / August 6
How Paul Skenes' relative rough patch is costing the Pirates amid a rare push for playoff contention
Skenes hasn't been his usual dominant self, and it's come at the worst time for Pittsburgh
Dennis Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 6
Diamondbacks Sign Dennis Santana To Minor League Deal
Veteran reliever Dennis Santana has inked a minor league deal with the Diamondbacks, per his MLB.com transaction tracker. The right-hander was designated for assignment by the Pirates in late July.
Marcell Ozuna News / TWSN / August 6
Top Three Destinations for Former All-Star Marcell Ozuna
After being one of the biggest splashes of the Pittsburgh Pirates' expensive offseason, three-time All-Star Marcell Ozuna has been designated for assignment by the Braves.
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 6
Three Lingering Questions for Pirates After Trade Deadline
MILWAUKEE — The Pittsburgh Pirates, like the other 29 MLB teams, have completed the trade deadline and their business concerning it for 2026. The Pirates
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.
Andrew McCutchen News / Bucs Dugout / August 6
Could the Pirates reunite with Andrew McCutchen?
The Pittsburgh Pirates were busy at the trade deadline and made several moves to help them move towards a postseason berth but there’s still one player in particular that could sign with the team and that fans would love to see in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 6
Pirates New Bat Could Solve Left-Handed Problem
MILWAUKEE — It's no secret that the Pittsburgh Pirates struggle against left-handed pitching and there is one player who could help end these problems.
Paul Skenes News / Viral Sports News / August 6
MLB Insider Drops Strong Paul Skenes Message Amid Struggles
ESPN baseball analyst Tim Kurkjian expressed confidence Wednesday that Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes will overcome his recent struggles and return to elite form for the remainder of the 2026 season.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / August 5
Pirates Make Change Before Paul Skenes’ Start Against Brewers
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes had one of the worst months of his career in July. The reigning National League Cy Young Award winner posted a 6.25 ERA across 31 2/3 innings of work.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 5
Pirates Get More Pitching Help
MILWAUKEE — The Pittsburgh Pirates greatly improved their bullpen at the trade deadline, but they also have one of their better relief pitchers back from injury.
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.
Chris Devenski News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5
Pirates Outright Chris Devenski
The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Ronny Simón. He’ll take the roster spot of designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, who has been released.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / August 5
Pirates Release 3-Time All-Star Following MLB Trade Deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been one of the most surprising teams this MLB season. At a 57-58 record, Pittsburgh is hanging around in the National League Wild Card race, sitting 3.5 games back of the final spot.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / The Lead / August 5
Game Theory Supports the Pirates Decision To Buy at the Deadline
Despite losing five of their last six and nine of their last 13 ahead of August 3, the Pittsburgh Pirates bought big at the deadline. The Bucs’ buying may be bizarre to some, given that they were 56-57 and sixth in the wildcard race.
Marcell Ozuna News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5
Pirates release 3-time All-Star amid playoff push
The Pittsburgh Pirates are aiming for a National League Wild Card spot, but Marcell Ozuna won’t be a part of the push. On Wednesday, the Pirates called up utilityman Ronny Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis, and Ozuna was released as the corresponding move.
Marcell Ozuna News / Field Level Media / August 5
Reports: Pirates to release DH Marcell Ozuna
The Pittsburgh Pirates will release designated hitter Marcell Ozuna on Wednesday, multiple media outlets reported. The reported move comes just under six months after the team signed Ozuna to a one-year, $12 million contract.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / August 5
Pirates acknowledge whiff in free agency with Marcell Ozuna's release
The Pittsburgh Pirates have seen enough of one disappointing free agency addition.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / August 5
Will the Pirates’ Re-Built Bullpen Carry Them to October?
Heading into the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline, the Pittsburgh Pirates had one clear area they needed to upgrade to take one step closer to contention: their bullpen.
Andrew McCutchen News / Yardbarker / August 5
This may be the end for Pirates legend Andrew McCutchen
At 39 years old, McCutchen's best days are behind him.
MLB News / Viral Sports News / August 4
Pirates Cut Ties With Former Hyped Yankees Pitcher
The Pittsburgh Pirates made a clear statement at the trade deadline by shifting into buyer mode for the first time in years, signaling genuine belief in a late-season playoff push.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4
Pirates’ biggest mistake after 2026 MLB trade deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates are seeking their first berth in the postseason since 2015. It has been a somewhat frustrating year for Pirates fans, as the team is just 57-57 despite making several roster moves ahead of the 2026 campaign.
Mitch Keller News / Field Level Media / August 4
Pirates RHP Mitch Keller (shoulder) out for season
The Pittsburgh Pirates' National League wild-card aspirations took a hit on Monday with the news that right-hander Mitch Keller will miss the rest of the season due to a teres major muscle injury in his throwing shoulder.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / EasySportz / August 3
Pirates Bolster Bullpen at Deadline as Postseason Push Ramps Up
With 49 games remaining in the regular season, the Pittsburgh Pirates find themselves in unfamiliar territory and looking to capitalize on one of their best seasons in the last decade.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Pirates continue to bolster bullpen with pair of deals ahead of deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates' overhaul of their relief corps continued to the wire of the trade deadline.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Pirates continue revamping bullpen with Luke Weaver
Weaver is the second reliever the Pirates have acquired after trading for Camilo Doval on Saturday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Yankees trading struggling reliever Camilo Doval to Pirates
A failed tenure in New York has now led to Doval being traded for a second time in as many seasons.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31
Paul Skenes isn't giving the Pirates what they need, and it is costing them
The Pittsburgh Pirates invented a new way to lose an important game on Friday, dropping a staggering 8-7 game to the Cincinnati Reds that extended their losing streak to four games. They are now 5-9 since the All-Star break.
Jared Jones News / Yardbarker / July 25
Pirates starter Jared Jones' July surge has made him a weapon in the rotation
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jared Jones' performance has surged in July, and he has become a dominant weapon in the rotation.
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