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MLB News / Yardbarker / July 2
Why Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski may not pitch in MLB All-Star Game
Sure, MLB fans want to see Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski pitch in the All-Star Game. But that's unlikely to happen.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 2
Takeaways: Pirates Offense is Red Hot
PHILADELPHIA — The Pittsburgh Pirates faced a tough Philadelphia Phillies team at Citizens Bank Park for a long, four-game series on the road. The Pirates managed to split the series, taking the series opener 11-7 on June 29 and the series finale 6-1 on July 2, while losing the middle games, 8-0 on June 30 and 10-6 on July 1.
Paul Skenes News / Inside The Diamonds / July 2
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebooks: Skenes Struggles Continue, Pirates Fall a Game Below .500, & More on Skenes
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 43-44 record following a high-scoring defeat in Philadelphia. Over the last 24 hours, the club has endured a difficult outing from its ace.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Field Level Media / July 2
Esmerlyn Valdez (3 RBIs), Pirates split series with Phillies
Rookie Esmerlyn Valdez drove in three runs and Nick Gonzales and Endy Rodriguez each homered, fueling the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-1 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Thursday afternoon.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 2
Why Pirates Aren't Playing Konnor Griffin Against Phillies
PHILADELPHIA — Konnor Griffin is a big part of the Pittsburgh Pirates' success this season, but will not start another game in this last week. Griffin is not in the lineup for the Pirates ahead of their series finale vs.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 2
Pirates Announce Starting Pitchers For Nationals Series
Following their series against the Philadelphia Phillies, the Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against another NL East club in the Washington Nationals this weekend.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / July 2
Do the Pirates Have a Paul Skenes Problem?
It's becoming harder to explain what is going on with Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes. Not only are the Pirates winless in Skenes' last nine starts, but Skenes has not looked like himself.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Adley Rutschman News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 2
Adley Rutschman Would Bring One Major Concern For Pirates
Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman makes sense as a fit for the Pittsburgh Pirates at this year's trade deadline if he's made available, but there is a risk that the club has to be cognizant of before taking the plunge on any potential deal for the former No.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 2
Brewers' Aaron Ashby moves up all-time list in win over Reds
A win is a win, but a win is also a bizarre statistic for a relief pitcher. Doing his part to help his team win again on Wednesday night, Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Aaron Ashby earned another win.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 2
Something is wrong with Pirates ace Paul Skenes
The Pittsburgh Pirates might have a Paul Skenes problem.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 1
Pirates Send Struggling Rookie Relief Pitcher to Minors
PHILADELPHIA — The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen has struggled for most of 2026 and they are making another change to try and bolster it once again. The Pirates optioned right-handed relief pitcher Brandan Bidois to Triple-A Indianapolis ahead of their game vs.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 1
Pirates Showing More Faith in Konnor Griffin With Phillies Series
PHILADELPHIA — Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin isn't back at 100% yet, but the team is giving him the chance to progress back to that level once again.
Seth Hernandez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 1
When Seth Hernandez Will Likely Make Pirates MLB Roster
PHILADELPHIA — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the best pitching prospects in all of baseball in Seth Hernandez and he earned himself another honor in his young professional career.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 1
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Held Scoreless by Sanchez, Valdez Lone Offensive Bright Spot, Cruz Rehab Update, & More
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 43-43 record following a tough night in Philadelphia. Over the last 24 hours, the club saw its 38-game streak without being shut out come to an end.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 30
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Rally, Rodriguez Big Night, & More on Horwitz Injury Impact
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 43-42 record and sit 9.5 games back in the National League Central standings. In the last 24 hours, the club staged a dramatic five-run comeback.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 29
Pirates bats stay hot, take down Phillies in series opener
Rookie Esmerlyn Valdez homered for the fourth straight game and Endy Rodriguez hit a late three-run shot as the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates topped the Philadelphia Phillies 11-7 in Monday's opener of a four-game set.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Yardbarker / June 29
Pirates getting instant spark from Esmerlyn Valdez
While the Pirates lost Spencer Horwitz, one of their best hitters this season, to a hamstring injury on June 25, rookie Esmerlyn Valdez has provided them with an instant offensive boost.
Bryan Reynolds News / Just Baseball / June 28
Bryan Reynolds is Having a Career Year for the Pirates
Throughout the course of his time wearing the black and gold, Bryan Reynolds’ presence in the lineup has been one of quiet consistency and steady production.
Bryan Reynolds News / The Lead / June 27
Pirates’ Bryan Reynolds Continues to Dominate Every June
It’s been a rough June for the Pittsburgh Pirates, as the Bucs have gone 9-13 while losing key players Spencer Horwitz, Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz to injury.
Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / June 26
Pirates Make Roster Move After Reinstating Konnor Griffin
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list after nearly a month on the sidelines with a right elbow strain.
Spencer Horwitz News / Yardbarker / June 25
Pirates lose Spencer Horwitz to 10-day IL with hamstring injury
Injuries just continue to pile up in MLB.
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