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On YouTubeKonnor Griffin News / Bucs Dugout / March 30
Pirates Konnor Griffin debuts in Triple-A with strong results 
The top-ranked prospect in baseball, Konnor Griffin, made his Triple-A debut this past weekend as the Indianapolis Indians took on the St. Paul Saints in a three-game series.
MLB News / Field Level Media / March 29
Ryan O’Hearn helps Pirates knock off Mets in 10
Ryan O'Hearn smacked his second run-scoring single of the game Sunday to snap a 10th-inning tie and the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates avoided a season-opening sweep at the hands of the New York Mets with a 4-3 win.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 29
Pirates Win First Game of Season, Avoiding Mets Sweep
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates needed something to go their way this season and they finally got it in, thanks to some strong pitching and defensive plays.
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / March 29
Oneil Cruz gets questioned for his defensive effort
Oneil Cruz was back in center field for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday, but his play there still raised a few concerns. Cruz caught a fly ball with a runner on first and one out in the second inning of Sunday’s game against the New York Mets at Citi Field in New York, N.Y.
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.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 29
Five Pirates That Must Establish Themselves by Memorial Day
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ roster has plenty of players who could lose playing time in the very near future. Memorial Day is the unofficial start of summer, and by then, the Pirates’ roster may look a lot different.
Brandon Lowe News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 29
Pirates' Brandon Lowe Continues Home Run Streak
PITTSBURGH — Brandon Lowe joined the Pirates this offseason with the promise of added power and he has shown exactly that early on. Lowe hit a solo home run for the Pirates in the top of the third inning, putting them up 2-1 over the New York Mets at Citi Field in the series finale on March 29.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 29
Pirates' Decision on Konnor Griffin Comes Down to This Infielder
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are hoping to earn their first victory of the season as they close out their first series against the New York Mets.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 29
Pirates Introduce Lineup With Oneil Cruz and Jake Mangum
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into their final game of the first series of the season with a third different outfield group. The Pirates will have Oneil Cruz back in center field and leading off, while Jake Mangum moves over to left field and will bat ninth in their series finale vs.
Hunter Barco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 29
Pirates' Hunter Barco Has Wild First Outing of 2026
PITTSBURGH — Hunter Barco normally isn't your high-leverage reliever, but the Pittsburgh Pirates called on him to do exactly that in their last game. Barco came on in the 10th inning for the Pirates in their eventual 4-2 loss to the New York Mets at Citi Field on March 28, marking his season debut.
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.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 29
Pirates Major Pipeline: Prospect Updates and Movements Toward the Majors
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates began their season this weekend, but they weren't the only team within the franchise that did. The Indianapolis Indians, the Pirates Triple-A affiliate, also began their season, as they host the St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 29
Pirates Have Easy Choice in Center Field Moving Forward
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are 0-2 after dropping another game to the New York Mets. A deflated feeling is already creeping in as the team looks to salvage a win in the final game of their series before traveling to Cincinnati.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 28
Pirates Fall to Mets on Extra Innings Walk-Off Home Run
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates battled the New York Mets throughout their second game of the season, but one big swing undid all the great pitching they had.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 28
Pirates' Don Kelly Explains Oneil Cruz Lineup Decision
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into an important game at the start of their season without one of their main outfielders in the lineup. Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz isn't starting as they face the New York Mets at Citi Field on March 28, with newly acquired Jake Mangum making his team debut in the position and batting ninth.
Konnor Griffin News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 28
How Pirates' Top Prospect Konnor Griffin Fared in First Triple-A Game
Many baseball fans were looking forward to one of the brightest up-and-coming stars in the sport possibly making his major league debut on Opening Day.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 29
3 Pirates that will be in the Major Leagues by Memorial Day
Memorial Day isn’t until May 25th. That’s still well over a month-and-a-half away. However, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ roster may have a handful of fresh new faces even by then.
Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 28
Mitch Keller Has Never Been More Important to Pirates
PITTSBURGH — The biggest strength of the Pittsburgh Pirates entering the 2026 season is their pitching staff. With 2025 Cy Young winner Paul Skenes leading their group, the goal is to have one of the most dominant staffs in the MLB.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 28
Dissecting what Pirates' Don Kelly, Paul Skenes said after poor Opening Day showing
Opening Day gave everyone a reason to look at Skenes a bit longer than necessary.
Konnor Griffin News / Inside The Diamonds / March 27
Pittsburgh Pirates Down on the Farm: Konnor Griffin’s Triple-A Debut
The Pittsburgh Pirates optioned 19-year-old Konnor Griffin at the end of Spring training camp after making a push for the Pittsburgh Pirates big league roster.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 26
Obvious Pirates concern emerges after Paul Skenes' rough Opening Day start
The Pittsburgh Pirates have a problem.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 26
Pirates lineup has potential to break multiple power droughts for franchise
A year after the Pittsburgh lineup was one of the worst in baseball, the Pirates have the potential to posses a far more potent and dangerous order in 2026.
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