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MLB News / Field Level Media / May 24
Suddenly surging Jays look to finish off sweep of Pirates
The host Toronto Blue Jays will send out Dylan Cease Sunday afternoon as they go for a three-game sweep of the struggling Pittsburgh Pirates. The Blue Jays have won a season-best four straight, including the first two of a three-game series with the Pirates after a 5-2 victory on Saturday.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 23
Blue Jays cruise past Paul Skenes, Pirates to extend win streak
George Springer and Tyler Heineman stroked home runs Saturday afternoon and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2. The Blue Jays have won a season-best four in a row and will be going for a sweep of the three-game series Sunday afternoon.
The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz
How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?
Don Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 23
Pirates’ Don Kelly Ejected Against Blue Jays
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had their latest game vs. the Toronto Blue Jays go from bad to worse, as they lost their manager. Pirates manager Don Kelly earned an ejection in the bottom of the sixth inning, with his team trailing the Blue Jays 4-1 at the Rogers Centre.
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.
Dennis Santana News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 23
Struggling Relief Pitcher Causing Major Headache for Pirates
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need strong performances from their relievers, but one of their top choices isn't performing up to par. Pirates right-handed relief pitcher Dennis Santana has had a rough month and it got worse in his latest outing vs.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 23
Pirates Make Surprising Oneil Cruz Decision Before Blue Jays Game
PITTSBURGH — Oneil Cruz has been one of the best hitters for the Pittsburgh Pirates this season, but his recent struggles are a clear problem for the team.
Seth Hernandez News / Inside The Diamonds / May 23
Pittsburgh Pirates Notes: Seth Hernandez Struggles, Gray goes Deep Twice
The Pirates currently hold a 26-25 record and sit 5.5 games back in the National League Central standings. Over the last 24 hours, the team’s defensive errors overshadowed a career-best pitching performance.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Athlon Sports / May 23
Braxton Ashcraft Fantasy Baseball 2026: The Fifth Pitch That Changes Everything
Everyone was watching Paul Skenes. Braxton Ashcraft snuck in the back door. While the Pirates' marquee arm has absorbed the national spotlight that comes with being one of baseball’s most discussed pitching prospects, his rotation-mate has been quietly building one of the more compelling breakout cases in fantasy baseball.
Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 23
Pirates' Bubba Chandler Rediscovers His Best Stuff
PITTSBURGH — Bubba Chandler hadn't been at his best self in recent start, but he showed the Pittsburgh Pirates that he has what it takes to excel in the major leagues.
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.
Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / May 23
Ascending Blue Jays to test mettle vs. Paul Skenes, Pirates
The Toronto Blue Jays will be out for a series win Saturday afternoon when they face the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates and their ace Paul Skenes. Winners of three in a row, the Blue Jays took advantage of three errors by the Pirates on Friday night to record a 6-2 victory in the opener of the three-game series.
Seth Hernandez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 23
Pirates Get Cautionary Sign From Seth Hernandez
PITTSBURGH — Future Pittsburgh Pirates ace Seth Hernandez is one of the most exciting talents in baseball, but isn't quite the perfect pitcher just yet.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / New Baseball Media / May 23
What to Expect from Pirates Outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez
It’s been a great few years in the Minors for Pirates outfield prospect Esmerlyn Valdez, who started 2024 in Low-A. But since then, his power bat has carried him through the Minors.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 22
Braxton Ashcraft Giving Pirates Exactly What They Need
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates may already have their starting pitcher for the future in right-hander Braxton Ashcraft. Ashcraft is coming off another stellar performance against the St.
Konnor Griffin News / Just Baseball / May 22
Konnor Griffin Is Evolving Before Our Very Eyes
Before this year’s home opener at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, the Pirates made the move their fanbase had been anxiously awaiting ever since spring training: Konnor Griffin was on his way to the show for his major league debut in front of a sold-out crowd that would immediately embrace him.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 22
Pirates Make Winning Intentions Known With Latest Move
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are having a solid season so far, but that doesn't mean that they're content with where they are. The Pirates made two big promotions this week in outfielders Jhostynxon Garcia, who came up on May 19 ahead of the series vs.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 21
Pirates To Promote Esmerlyn Valdez
The Pirates are going to promote first base/outfield prospect Esmerlyn Valdez, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR. Fellow outfielder Billy Cook will be optioned as the corresponding active roster move, per DK Pittsburgh Sports.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 21
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/21/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 25-24 record and sit fifth in the NL Central standings. Over the last 24 hours, the club ended a frustrating four-game losing streak.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20
Pirates Getting Jared Triolo Work In Right Field
Pirates utilityman Jared Triolo is on the roster largely because of his defensive versatility and aptitude around the infield. He’s seen time at all four infield spots over the years and is generally regarded as a quality defender.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 18
Password accepted: Pirates call up outfielder in wake of Ryan O’Hearn injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates found themselves in need of another outfielder following a weekend sweep by the Philadelphia Phillies. Right fielder Ryan O'Hearn
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18
Pirates to promote Jhostynxon García
The Pirates are set to recall outfielder Jhostynxon García from Triple-A Indianapolis, reports Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The Bucs are off today, so the move won’t be official until tomorrow’s road date with the division-rival Cardinals in St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 17
Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn to miss time due to injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates will be without one of their best hitters for some time.
Brandon Lowe News / Yardbarker / May 16
The Brandon Lowe acquisition is paying off for the Pirates
Back in December 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates acquired Brandon Lowe in a blockbuster three-team trade, and it's panning out to be the best trade of the offseason for them.
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