Pittsburgh Pirates: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 22

The Pirates’ best mid-season addition is already in the organization

The Pittsburgh Pirates are (hopefully) going to be contenders this year. They’ve added multiple MLB-proven hitters this past offseason to help support their strong pitching staff.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 22

Pirates Defeat Rays in Spring Training Home Opener

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates fell behind early, but rallied later on to get the win in their Spring Training home opener. The Pirates defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 7-4 at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Fla., scoring all their runs in three innings in their first home game of Grapefruit League play.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 22

Esmerlyn Valdez Grand Slam Powers Pirates Past Phillies

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates needed a big hit and got one from one of their fastest rising prospects. Outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez hit a grand slam

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Jack Brannigan News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 22

Pirates Infield Prospect Leaves Spring Training Game With Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have only just started playing games in Spring Training, but have their first significant injury so far. The Pirates announced that third baseman Jack Brannigan left the Grapefruit League game vs.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 22

Paul Skenes among MLB stars to rep Team USA after men’s hockey gold medal

The 2026 Winter Olympics turned out to be a very special one for Team USA men’s hockey. Team USA defeated Canada on Sunday, to win the gold medal for the first time since 1980.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 22

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ most interesting non-top 30 prospect

The Pittsburgh Pirates have a very stacked farm system. Baseball America ranked their system as the best in baseball. MLB Pipeline’s poll showed that baseball executives see the Pirates’ system as the most underrated.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 22

Pirates' Konnor Griffin Gets First Spring Training Start

PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin is the consensus top prospect in baseball and will make his first Spring Training start for the Pirates. Griffin starts at shortstop and hits second for the Pirates, as they take on the Philadelphia Phillies at BayCare Park in Clearwater, Fla., with first pitch set for 1:05 p.m.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Total Pro Sports / February 22

'I See Landmines All Over The Field' – MLB Analyst Expects Pirates To Struggle Defensively

The 2025 campaign was another uninspiring season for the Pittsburgh Pirates. They ended the year on a 71-91 record to take fifth place in the National League Central for a second straight year.

Jack Suwinski News / Last Word On Sports / February 21

Dodgers Claim Former Pirates Outfielder Off Waivers

The Los Angeles Dodgers are not done polishing off their roster, as they claimed former Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Jack Suwinski off waivers on Saturday, as first reported by Robert Murray of FanSided.

Jack Suwinski News / The Forkball / February 21

Dodgers Claim Jack Suwinski Off Waivers After Pirates DFA

The Los Angeles Dodgers have claimed outfielder Jack Suwinski off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates, adding a left-handed power bat with upside but recent struggles.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 21

Pirates Dominate Orioles in Spring Training Opener

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates took part in their first game of Spring Training and brought the offense the fans were looking for. The Pirates dominated the Baltimore Orioles for an 8-2 win at Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota, Fla.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 21

Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn Crushes First Spring Training Home Run

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates looked to add offense this winter and free agent signing Ryan O'Hearn has already shown them he can provide just that.

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Jack Suwinski News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 21

Dodgers To Claim Jack Suwinski

The Dodgers are claiming outfielder Jack Suwinski off waivers, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. The Pirates designated Suwinski for assignment earlier this week to open up a 40-man roster spot for Marcell Ozuna.

Don Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 21

Pirates Manager Fondly Remembers Bill Mazeroski

PITTSBURGH — Hall of Fame Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Bill Mazeroski died at 89 years old on Feb. 20 and manager Don Kelly Mazeroski finished his career as one of the best players in Pirates history, helping the Pirates win two World Series in 1960 and 1971, win eight Gold Glove Awards and earn an All-Star nod in seven seasons.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / February 21

Pirates hero, Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski passes away at 89

The Pittsburgh Pirates and Major League Baseball community learned of the passing of second baseman, Bill Mazeroski, on Saturday morning after he passed away on Friday evening.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 21

Bill Mazeroski, Hero of the 1960 World Series, Passes Away

Bill Mazeroski, whose walk-off home run won Game 7 of the 1960 World Series for the Pittsburgh Pirates, has died. The Pirates announced the news of Mazeroski’s Friday passing on Saturday morning.

Rob Manfred News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 21

Rob Manfred releases statement after passing of Pirates legend Bill Mazeroski

Bill Mazeroski, the Pittsburgh Pirates icon and Hall of Fame second baseman, is being remembered across Major League Baseball following his passing at age 89 on Friday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / February 21

Bill Mazeroski, hero of Pirates' 1960 World Series win, dies at 89

Bill Mazeroski, a defensive-minded second baseman whose home run ended the 1960 World Seres, died at age 89. The Hall of Famer's death was announced Saturday by the Pittsburgh Pirates, the only team he played for in his 17 seasons in the major leagues.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21

Baseball Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski dies at 89

Bill Mazeroski, the Pittsburgh Pirates legend and National Baseball Hall of Famer renowned for his dramatic walk-off home run that clinched the 1960 World Series, has died at the age of 89.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 21

How the Pirates Improved Their Worst Positions From 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2025-2026 offseason was unlike most offseasons. The Bucs were very active. They went out and acquired legitimate Major League hitters who will help them this year.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 20

Former Pirates star Andrew McCutchen has had an underrated career

Pittsburgh Pirates designated hitter Andrew McCutchen has quietly put together an impressive career, even if he is unable to find another major league opportunity.

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