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Pirates First Baseman Thriving Throughout Batting Order

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have hit amongst the best teams in baseball and one player has done so in many different roles. Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz has hit in seven different lineup spots across 61 games and hit in six different places in the batting order in 54 starts.

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Jeff Passan suggests Pirates could trade high-upside pitcher

The MLB trade deadline is under two months away, and teams already need help in certain areas. Nowhere is that reflected more than in the Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen.

Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / June 8

Pirates' Paul Skenes out to correct course as Dodgers visit

Paul Skenes has often thrived in the role of stopper and will try to fill the role again on Tuesday night when the Pittsburgh Pirates host the Los Angeles Dodgers in the opener of a three-game series.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 8

Pirates GM Ben Cherington says Konnor Griffin will be out longer with injury

The Pittsburgh Pirates haven’t had rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin in the lineup for the past week, and it looks like they will be without the young star for longer than anticipated. Griffin went on the 10-day injured list back on May 31 after suffering a right arm flexor strain.

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How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 8

Pirates Catcher is Most Important Player Against Dodgers

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates have hit a bump in the road after being swept by the Atlanta Braves in a three-game set. The series loss was a painful reminder that while the Pirates have improved greatly, there are still ways to go for this burgeoning team.

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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.

Khristian Curtis News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 8

Pirates Pitching Prospect Gets One Step Closer to MLB

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are giving a big opportunity to one of their top pitching prospects this season. The Pirates are promoting right-handed starting pitcher Khristian Curtis to Triple-A Indianapolis, after he spent the first of this season with Double-A Altoona, according to Chase Ford of MiLB Central .

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 8

Phillies' Brandon Marsh is solidifying his NL All-Star position

The 2026 season has proven to be a breakout year for Philadelphia Phillies Brandon Marsh, who has been among the best hitters in baseball. Leading all

Brandon Marsh an unlikely batting-champion hopeful, helping fuel Phillies' rise

Can Phillies' Andrew Painter bounce back after dreadful start?

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 8

Three Takeaways: Pirates Offense Falters in Sweep by Braves

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have been one of the best hitting teams in baseball, but didn't show that against the Atlanta Braves. The Pirates suffered a weekend series sweep to the Braves at Truist Park, June 5-7, where they scored a total of just seven runs over the three games played.

Brandon Lowe News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 8

Pirates' Brandon Lowe Makes Quick Comeback After Injury Scare

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates thought they may not have a key member of their lineup for some time, but he showed that he's ready to go. Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe left the 6-3 loss vs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 8

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Swept By Braves, Horwitz Hits 8th, & Lowe Dodges Bullet

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 34-32 record and sit in third place in the NL Central. The club completed a road trip in Atlanta over the last 24 hours.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 8

New Pitcher Signing Doesn't Help Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking for ways to improve their bullpen, but a recent signing doesn't address those issues. The Pirates signed right-handed pitcher Yunior Marte to a minor league contract on June 7, according to the transactions log, optionining him to the Florida Complex League (FCL) Pirates at rookie-level ball.

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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.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / June 7

2026 Transactions: Cubs Trade for Kelly, Pirates Select Wendzel

A couple of smaller trades went down between June 6 and 7. One of those deals featured the Dodgers and Cubs, as relief pitcher Antoine Kelly was traded to the Cubs.

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Pirates GM Ben Cherington gives update on Konnor Griffin

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been without Griffin since May 31, and it could be longer.

Pirates roster moves may hide subtle message

MLB-best Braves rely on Bryce Elder to secure sweep vs. Pirates

Athletics reportedly eyeing rotation upgrade

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Mets' Freddy Peralta reportedly seeking massive deal in free agency

Brandon Lowe News / Athlon Sports / June 7

Pirates Make Telling Roster Move After Brandon Lowe Injury

At the end of Saturday's 6-3 loss to the Atlanta Braves, Pittsburgh Pirates' fans held their breath as second baseman Brandon Lowe was forced out of the game with what looked like a significant injury.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / June 7

Pirates roster moves may hide subtle message

Should fans be reading between the lines regarding the latest roster move by the Pirates?

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 7

Pirates Select Davis Wendzel, Transfer Chris Devenski To 60-Day IL

The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of infielder Davis Wendzel from Triple-A Indianapolis. Outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia is being optioned in Wendzel’s place.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 7

Pirates Send Down Outfield Prospect Before Braves Finale

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are making a few roster moves ahead of their next game, which includes demoting one of their better players in the farm system.

Mason Montgomery News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 7

Mason Montgomery Making Spot Start for Pirates vs. Braves

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates decided they wanted to switch up their pitching plan ahead of their next contest. The Pirates now have left-handed

Mitch Keller News / Bucs Dugout / June 7

Has Pirates Mitch Keller lost his touch?

On a Friday night, the Pittsburgh Pirates lost 6-3 to the Atlanta Braves on the road. With that loss, a new issue is opening up for the team, and the issue is starting pitcher Mitch Keller. Keller started the game, and he went 4.2 innings allowing seven hits, six earned runs and walking three batters.

Esmerlyn Valdez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 7

Esmerlyn Valdez Continues Hot Streak After Leaving Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have high hopes for one of their top hitters in the farm system and he's proving them right in recent outings. Pirates outfielder prospect Esmerlyn Valdez hit a solo home run in back-to-back games for Triple-A Indianapolis vs.

MLB News / Ball Exclusives / June 6