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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / July 30
2026 MLB Trade Deadline roundup: Four players that could be traded to Pittsburgh 
The Pittsburgh Pirates are approaching the 2026 MLB trade deadline as a likely buyer or at the very least should be a seller. But being that the Bucs are a contender in the NL Wild Card hunt, they are expected to make some moves come the August 3 MLB trade deadline. There are some serious needs that Pittsburgh has to tackle, like the bullpen.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 30
Pirates Slip in Wild Card Standings After Diamondbacks Series
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are fighting for a spot in the playoffs this season, but their most recent series vs. the Arizona Diamondbacks didn't help them in that regard.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / July 30
Pirates Named Favorites in Stunning Potential Trade Deadline Move
As the MLB trade deadline draws closer, the Pittsburgh Pirates have been linked to one of baseball’s most electric relief pitchers. According to MLB.com, the Pirates stand out as the surprising top potential destination for San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller, a move that would immediately strengthen an already talented pitching staff.
The 'Home Run leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Marcell Ozuna News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 30
Pirates Posting Embarrassing Stat in Marcell Ozuna Starts
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a great offense this season, but one player has not had any real success and has weighed the team down in the process.
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.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 30
Pirates Make Starting Pitchers Change vs. Reds
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates face off against the Cincinnati Reds in a four-game series at Great American Ball Park with some changes to their starting pitcher rotation.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 29
Pirates must finally pull trigger on this Mason Miller trade with Padres
The Pittsburgh Pirates have assembled a core capable of reaching October, but they continue to risk their postseason survival. While a formidable starting rotation anchored by Paul Skenes and Jared Jones gives Pittsburgh a legitimate shot to make noise in the playoffs, an erratic bullpen threatens to erase every quality start.
Spencer Horwitz News / Bucs Dugout / July 29
Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz dealing with setback in return
A separate injury has derailed Spencer Horwitz’s return from the injured list. The Pirates first baseman returned to Pittsburgh this week to be evaluated by the training staff after being hit in the head with a pitch.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 29
Three Takeaways: Pirates Miss Massive Opportunity Against Diamondbacks
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had a tough series against the Arizona Diamondbacks and didn't get the results they needed. The Pirates lost two of three games to the Diamondbacks at PNC Park, 8-7 in extra innings on July 28 and then 3-0 in the series finale on July 29, after they won in extra innings in the series opener, 3-2 on July 27.
Dennis Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29
Dennis Santana Elects Free Agency
Right-hander Dennis Santana has cleared waivers after being designated for assignment by the Pirates last week, reports Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. He has exercised his right to elect free agency.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 29
Pirates Ready to Strike at Trade Deadline
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are five days away from the Aug. 3 trade deadline and look primed to make some important moves. The Pirates are fighting in a tense National League Wild Card race , sitting one game back of the final playoff spot, and have a team that could seriously make their first postseason since 2015.
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.
Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / July 29
Pirates Reveal Oneil Cruz Update on Wednesday
The Pittsburgh Pirates received encouraging news on Wednesday as center fielder Oneil Cruz was cleared to resume all baseball activities, marking another significant step in his recovery from a fractured left hand.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 29
Pirates Make Multiple Moves Ahead of Diamondbacks Game
The Pittsburgh Pirates reshaped their roster ahead of Wednesday's series finale against the Arizona Diamondbacks, recalling left-hander Hunter Barco, right-hander Noah Murdock and outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia from Triple-A Indianapolis.
Jared Jones News / Field Level Media / July 29
Pirates' Jared Jones eager to continue stellar July as D-backs await
The Arizona Diamondbacks and Pittsburgh Pirates are back where they started after splitting two extra-inning games this week. The Diamondbacks lead the Pirates by one game in the race for the final wild-card spot in the National League heading into the decisive contest of their three-game series in Pittsburgh on Wednesday afternoon.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 28
Diamondbacks hold off Pirates in 12 innings
James McCann's RBI single in the top of the 12th proved to be the difference in the Arizona Diamondbacks' wild 8-7 victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night.
Brandon Lowe News / Field Level Media / July 27
Brandon Lowe’s heroics help Pirates down Diamondback in 10
Brandon Lowe's RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning scored Billy Cook and propelled the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 27
Pirates Acquire Johnathan Rodríguez
The Pirates have acquired outfielder Johnathan Rodríguez from the Orioles, according to announcements from both clubs. Baltimore, who designated him for assignment a few days ago, receives cash considerations in return.
Jose Urquidy News / Yardbarker / July 26
White Sox acquire right-hander Jose Urquidy from Pirates
Just two days after being designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 24, Urquidy has found a new home with the Chicago White Sox.
Khristian Curtis News / Just Baseball / July 25
From Surgery to the Show: Inside Khristian Curtis’ Journey to His Major League Debut
On July 18, the Pittsburgh Pirates saw one of their most intriguing pitching prospects step on a big league mound for the first time in the second game of a doubleheader versus the Cleveland Guardians.
Pittsburgh Pirates 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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 24
Ron Marinaccio keeps knocking Dennis Santana off of MLB rosters
Dennis Santana has to be feeling a sense of deja vu right now. It is probably not a good feeling.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24
Pirates Designate José Urquidy For Assignment
The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of catcher Shawn Ross. Fellow catcher Rafael Flores has been placed on the seven-day concussion-related injured list.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23
Pirates make necessary moves to improve bullpen, but GM Ben Cherington must do more
The Pirates' moves on Thursday can only be the start of their bullpen overhaul. They still need a lot more.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 22
Max Fried dazzles in dominating return to Yankees rotation
The New York Yankees were 2-0 winners over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night, and the biggest driving force behind it was a dominant start from Max Fried in his return to the rotation for the first time in over two months.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23
Yankees IF Jose Caballero's antics in batter's box lead to another altercation
New York Yankees infielder Jose Caballero is not making any friends around Major League Baseball when it comes to both pitchers and umpires.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 19
Surprise NL Central team expected to be aggressive ahead of trade deadline
With the Aug. 3rd MLB deadline rapidly approaching, teams will soon be figuring out whether to buy or sell. One somewhat surprising team is reportedly expected to be a buyer.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 17
Stats show why Pirates are one of the best offensive teams in MLB
While the Pittsburgh Pirates sit in fourth place in the NL Central this season, they are only one game behind the St. Louis Cardinals and have a record of 50-47.
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