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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 16
Pirates fall below .500 for the first time since March 31 
On June 15, the Pittsburgh Pirates got blown out to the Athletics 11-2 on the road. The pitching struggled in that game with Jared Jones allowing eight hits and five runs.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16
Pirates Have a Catcher Dilemma Brewing
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have four different catchers that they can turn to, which makes for a tough decision on which ones they'll keep on the major league roster moving forward.
Nick Gonzales News / Bucs Dugout / June 16
Pirates Nick Gonzales currently fifth in 2026 MLB All-Star voting for third base
The Pittsburgh Pirates have had an up-and-down season, recently falling under .500 at 36-37, while spending a good chunk of the year so far several games above.
The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz
Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 15
Pirates Test a New Konnor Griffin Replacement
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a new look lineup to start their next series, which includes a change at shortstop. Nick Gonzales moves from third base and will start at shortstop for the Pirates, as they face the Athletics in the series opener at Sutter Health Park on June 15.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 15
Five Pirates Showing Up on Early All-Star Balloting
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had one of their better seasons up to this point in a long time and it's shown up in the early All-Star ballotting.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 15
Pirates Offense Has Great Bounceback Opportunity Coming Up
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates offense struggled in their latest series vs. the Miami Marlins at PNC Park, but they can rectify things quickly. The
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 15
Pirates Keep Having the Same Paul Skenes Problem
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the best pitchers in baseball in Paul Skenes, but still have one big issue with his recent starts. The issue is less Skenes himself, even with a recent slump , as the Pirates are again struggling to support Skenes when he makes starts.
Bryan Reynolds News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 15
Bryan Reynolds Adds to Pirates Legacy
PITTSBURGH — Bryan Reynolds has played for the Pittsburgh Pirates longer than anyone else on the team and his most recent feat shows it. Reynolds hit an
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 15
Pirates Avoid The Worst With Rookie Pitcher's Injury
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates recently lost one of their younger pitchers to the injured list, but there's hope that he comes back quicker than expected.
Paul Skenes News / HITC / June 15
Paul Skenes gives up home run on ‘unhittable’ pitch for the first time in his MLB career
Paul Skenes looked like himself for most of his outing against Miami, but one second-inning swing created a first he will not enjoy seeing on his career record.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / June 14
How have the Pirates lost six straight Paul Skenes starts?
So what's happening here that the Pirates have been unable to get wins when their ace and reigning Cy Young Award winner is on the mound? There's a lot going on.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 14
Pirates Announce Oneil Cruz Injury Return Timeline
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't had one of their best players in center fielder Oneil Cruz featuring for them and it will take some time before he does so again.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 14
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Reynolds Does it All, Horwitz takes one for the Team, and Deep Dive into Bubba’s Progress
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 36-35 record in the National League Central standings. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured a gritty 3-2 victory at PNC Park.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 14
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Reveals Next Step in Rehab
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't had their top rookie in shortstop Konnor Griffin for the past two weeks and he'll need more time before he makes his full return.
Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 14
Pirates' Bubba Chandler Finally Finding Consistency in 2026
PITTSBURGH — Bubba Chandler hasn't had the season he's wanted for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he may have just discovered what works best for him. Chandler had one of his best starts of the season against the Miami Marlins at PNC Park on June 13, throwing 5.2 innings, allowing three hits, two runs, a walk and posting six strikeouts.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 14
Pirates' Paul Skenes aims to end winless stretch vs. Marlins
A tantalizing pitching matchup headlines the series finale between Miami and host Pittsburgh, as right-handers Max Meyer of the Marlins and Paul Skenes of the Pirates will face off on Sunday afternoon.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 13
Pirates halt Marlins' six-game winning streak
Spencer Horwitz's bases-loaded hit by pitch in the eighth inning was the difference as the host Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Miami Marlins 3-2 on Saturday afternoon.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 13
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Rodriguez Goes Deep, Ashcraft Goes Five, & A Four-Run Seventh Puts Miami Over the Top
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a .500 record at 35-35 following a difficult stretch. Over the last 24 hours, the team suffered an 8-3 loss to the Miami Marlins.
Oneil Cruz News / Inside The Diamonds / June 12
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Fall Short, Cruz to IL, & A Great Pitching Matchup Friday
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 35-34 record and sit 7.5 games out of first place in the National League Central. Over the last 24 hours, the club dropped its series finale to the Dodgers.
Antwone Kelly News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12
Pirates To Recall Antwone Kelly For MLB Debut
The Pirates will recall pitching prospect Antwone Kelly for his MLB debut, reports Francys Romero. He’s already on the 40-man roster, as the Bucs needed to select his contract last offseason to keep him out of the Rule 5 draft.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 10
Tyler Callihan powers Pirates to comeback win with first two career HRs
In a game with multiple headlines, an unexpected big performance on Wednesday helped the Pittsburgh Pirates mount a comeback to even their series with the defending back-to-back champion Los Angeles Dodgers.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 10
Pirates place OF Oneil Cruz on injured list
The Pirates announced that outfielder Oneil Cruz has been placed on the 10-day injured list.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 10
Three bullpen arms the Pirates should target at the MLB trade deadline
Blown saves have been the biggest issue with the Pirates' lackluster bullpen.
Oneil Cruz News / Just Baseball / June 10
The Key to Oneil Cruz’s Rebound: A Simple but Effective Swing Adjustment
Every year, the beginning of the MLB season produces some truly electric breakouts, as players across the league (both young and old) open the season on a tear at the plate.
Carson Fulmer News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 9
Mariners Acquire Carson Fulmer
The Pirates have traded right-hander Carson Fulmer to the Mariners, reports Alex Stumpf. Fulmer was not on Pittsburgh’s 40-man roster and won’t need a spot with Seattle, unless his minor league deal contained some kind of opt-out or upward mobility clause.
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