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Corey Joyce News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 15

Pirates Sign Former Tigers Prospect

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made most of their big acquisitions already this offseason and have instead found players that will fill their minor leagues and potentially earn a shot at the major league level.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 15

Paul Skenes' numbers against the Dominican Republic are insane

Team USA is one win away from returning to the World Baseball Classic final. However, they have to face their toughest challenge yet, as the Dominican Republic is a behemoth of an offensive team. But they might have the right man on the mound to meet the challenge.

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Marcell Ozuna News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 14

Marcell Ozuna Home Run Powers Pirates Over Orioles

PITTSBURGH — Marcell Ozuna was a key free agent signing for the Pittsburgh Pirates this offseason and he showed exactly why they valued him so highly.

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Hunter Barco News / Last Word On Sports / March 14

Hunter Barco’s New Pitches Gives Him Leg-up in Pirates Rotation Race

The Pittsburgh Pirates entered Spring Training with the final spot in their starting rotation up for grabs. They signed Jose Urquidy to a one-year deal in early February, but he is far from guaranteed a starting rotation role.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Henry Davis News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 14

Pirates' Henry Davis Breaks Spring Training Slump With HR

PITTSBURGH — Henry Davis has had a poor showing from the plate in Spring Training, but started off this most recent contest the best way he could. Davis started in the leadoff spot for the Pirates and hit a solo home run in the bottom of the first inning against the Baltimore Orioles at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Fla.

Carmen Mlodzinski News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 14

Pirates' Carmen Mlodzinski Gets Another Start vs. Orioles

PITTSBURGH — Right-handed pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski has excelled out of the bullpen for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he is currently aiming for a starting role this season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / March 14

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The Pittsburgh Pirates shocked much of the baseball world this offseason. Prior to this winter, the Pirates had never surpassed the $100 million payroll threshold.

Paul Skenes News / Total Pro Sports / March 14

'Paul Skenes Has To Change His Approach' – Former MLB Star Drops Important Message Ahead Of DR Showdown

Paul Skenes was one of the headline additions to the Team USA roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic last year. The Pittsburgh Pirates’ ace certainly lived up to the billing on his WBC debut against Mexico earlier this week.

Chris Devenski News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 14

Pirates Pitcher Takes Batted Ball to Head

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had a pitcher deal with a potential serious injury in their most recent outing. Pirates right-handed relief pitcher Chris Devenski took a batted ball to the head in the Pirates 7-5 win over the Detroit Tigers at Publix Field at Merchant Field on March 13.

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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.

Hunter Barco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 14

Why Hunter Barco's New Pitch Mix Matters More Than His Spring ERA

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates left-handed pitcher Hunter Barco has a big season ahead of him and underwent an important winter, focused on improving his pitch mix.

Jhostynxon Garcia News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 13

Jhostynxon Garcia Powers Pirates Past Tigers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need power for this upcoming season and Jhostynxon Garcia showed he could provide just that in their most recent Spring Training contest.

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Mike Clevinger News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 13

Pirates' Mike Clevinger Gets Second Spring Start vs. Tigers

PITTSBURGH — Mike Clevinger is aiming for a spot on the Opening Day roster with the Pittsburgh Pirates and he'll get another chance to earn that. Clevinger starts for the Pirates in their upcoming Grapefruit League game against the Detroit Tigers at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, Fla.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 13

Pirates Take UC Santa Barbara Pitcher in Latest Mock Draft

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have taken many pitchers high in MLB Drafts and it wouldn't come as a surprise to see them do that again. Carlos Collazo

Ben Cherington News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 13

Pirates' Ben Cherington Looking For More Offseason Additions

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a strong offseason so far in adding to their roster, but they aren't quite done yet. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington spoke with the media back on March 8 and said that they aren't finished with offseason moves and they are always going to try to make their team better overall.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 13

Former Pirates Manager Has No Ill Will Towards Fan Base

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled the past decade and no one knows that more than previous manager Derek Shelton. Shelton, who took over

Hunter Barco News / Bucs Dugout / March 13

Pirates Prospect Update: Hunter Barco primed to have big year

The Pittsburgh Pirates are fleshing out what their roster is going to look like when the regular season rolls around, and one pitcher could find himself on the final roster after Spring Training.

Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / March 13

Livvy Dunne cast in 'Baywatch' reboot: 'Time to get to work!'

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 12

The Pirates Only Have One Option Left If They Want Another Starting Pitcher

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ rotation is mostly set. Paul Skenes, Bubba Chandler, Mitch Keller, and Braxton Ashcraft make up their 1-4. The fifth spot is still up for grabs, and the competition is mainly between three hurlers.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 12

Pirates' Top Pitching Prospect Racks Up Strikeouts in Best Start of Spring

A lot of eyes have been on the Pittsburgh Pirates' highly touted shortstop prospect Konnor Griffin this spring. But one of the organization's other up-and-coming talents stood out in the team's latest spring training game.