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MLB suspends Pirates RHP Chris Devenski, skipper Don Kelly
Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Chris Devenski received a three-game suspension and an undisclosed fine from Major League Baseball on Tuesday for intentionally throwing at Sal Stewart of the Cincinnati Reds on Saturday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 5
MLB Issues Three-Game Suspension To Chris Devenski
Major League Baseball announced Tuesday that Pirates righty Chris Devenski has been given a three-game suspension and an undisclosed fine for what the league believes to have been intentionally throwing at Reds infielder Sal Stewart in Saturday’s game. That will go into effect tonight, unless Devenski files an appeal.
The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 5
Pittsburgh Pirates Have Konnor Griffin Loving Life
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin hasn't been in MLB that long, but he's right where he wants to be as the starting shortstop of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Griffin made his MLB debut in the Pirates home opener vs.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Pirates Prospect's 2026 Season Gets Even Better
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have many top rated prospects that are performing well this season, but one prospect is making the case that fans should start paying attention to him right now.
Paul Skenes News / Bucs Dugout / May 5
Pirates need to take the training wheels off of Paul Skenes 
The Pittsburgh Pirates have on paper one of the best rotations in baseball, but they cannot expect to maximize that talent if they continue to limit their ace, Paul Skenes.
Biggest Winners in Pirates Sweep of Reds
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates got a massive sweep over the Cincinnati Reds at PNC Park this past weekend, with so many of their players going above and beyond across the baseball diamond.
Pirates Record Looks Way Better With One Key Stat
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a solid season overall in 2026, but it hasn't been easy for them with some of the ballclubs they've gone up against.
Konnor Griffin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 4
How everything changed for Pirates’ Konnor Griffin after 20th birthday
Pittsburgh Pirates star rookie Konnor Griffin made his MLB debut on April 3 this season. There was no shortage of hype for Griffin as he joined the Pirates, but from April 3 through April 23 the shortstop hit just .182 with no home runs.
Joey Bart News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 4
Pirates' Joey Bart May Have ABS Magic Touch
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates used new technology to their advantage in their most recent win at home. Pirates catcher Joey Bart made successful consecutive ABS challenges in the top of the eighth inning, turning two balls into strikes in the 1-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds at PNC Park on May 3.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 4
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/04/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 19-16 record after completing a three-game series sweep of the Cincinnati Reds. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured a tense 1-0 shutout victory at PNC Park.
Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft Wins Thrilling Pitcher's Duel
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates offense needed someone to give them a chance late on and right-handed starting pitcher Braxton Ashcraft did just that.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 3
Braxton Ashcraft outduels Chase Burns to lead Pirates over Reds
Oneil Cruz's two-out RBI single in the bottom of the eighth broke a scoreless tie and the host Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 on Sunday.
Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 3
Pirates' Jared Jones Could Fit in Multiple Roles on Pitching Staff
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of their best pitches coming back from a serious injury in Jared Jones, who they can't wait to have back on the mound.
Nick Yorke News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 3
Pirates Infielder Could Benefit From Demotion to Minors
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a tough roster decision, but one that will give an infielder a great chance to comeback even better than before.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 4
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/03/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently sit at 18-16 following a historic offensive display at PNC Park. The club won the series against the division-leading Cincinnati Reds.
Pirates Outfield Prospects Ready to Finally Shine in 2026
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have excellent prospects across their farm system, including two outfield prospects that have dealt with injuries as of late.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 3
Pirates Make Franchise History in Blowout Win Over Reds
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have dominated the Cincinnati Reds in their weekend series at PNC Park and made some history along the way. The Pirates defeated the Reds 17-7 on May 2, scoring 15 runs in the first four innings and doing just about everything they could in making a statement against their National League Central Division rival.
Chris Devenski News / Total Pro Sports / May 3
Why Was Chris Devenski Ejected During The Pirates vs. Reds Game?
Chris Devenski has experienced several ups and downs over his 11-year career in the MLB. After a long, tough stretch, the 35-year-old pitcher enjoyed a short but impressive stint with the New York Mets last year.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 3
Reds pitchers tie record for futility in awful day vs. Pirates
Cincinnati Reds pitchers did not have a great day on Saturday in a 17-7 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates. You usually do not need any further analysis when
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Ball Exclusives / May 2
Watch: Pittsburgh Pirates match MLB record with 7 straight walks
The Pittsburgh Pirates made some MLB history on Saturday evening, at the expense of the Cincinnati Reds. During the afternoon matchup between the two teams, the Pirates tied an MLB record with seven straight walks.
Jared Triolo News / Field Level Media / May 2
Pirates reinstate INF Jared Triolo (knee) from injured list
The Pittsburgh Pirates reinstated infielder Jared Triolo from the 10-day injured list ahead of their Saturday game against the visiting Cincinnati Reds.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 2
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/02/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates now hold a 17-16 record after snapping a five-game losing streak on Friday night. The club had a dominant pitching performance. They also had a four-homer power surge.
Ryan Harbin News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 1
Pirates Release Ryan Harbin
May 1: As expected, the MLB.com transaction log indicates that Harbin has been released. It stands to reason Pittsburgh will try to bring him back on a minor league contract.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / May 1
The Pirates’ Next Ace Is Already Thriving in the Minors
The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the 2025 MLB Draft looking to answer some important questions regarding how their future core was beginning to develop. While the Pirates have proved repeatedly that they’re capable of developing high-end pitching talent, the same could not be said for their hitting depth outside of Konnor Griffin.
Don Kelly News / Larry Brown Sports / April 30
Pirates manager Don Kelly cusses out umpire Laz Diaz during game
Don Kelly got to live out every MLB manager’s dream this week — cursing out Laz Diaz. The Pittsburgh Pirates played Wednesday against the division rival St.
Ryan Harbin News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 29
Pirates Designate Ryan Harbin For Assignment
Pirates right-hander Ryan Harbin has been designated for assignment, per a club announcement. His spot on the 40-man roster goes to veteran reliever Chris Devenski, whose previously reported promotion to the major league roster is now official.
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