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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 4
One Major Question for Pirates Before Winter Meetings
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are in the midst of one of their most important offseasons in recent history and how they perform will give an idea on how they'll do in 2026.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / December 4
Reports connect Pirates to several potential trades 
The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to be aggressive this offseason. According to MLB insiders Jeff Passan and Kiley Mcdaniel there are a bunch of players that could be a potential fit for the Pirates via trades.
The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 4
Pirates All-In On NL MVP Finalist
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't made their big move this offseason, but are still working hard in landing one of the top power bats in free agency.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 4
Pirates Named Top Landing Spot for Diamondbacks All-Star
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have options on the trade market this offseason for improving their offense, including one of the top players in the sport the past two seasons.
Tommy Pham News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 4
Pirates' Tommy Pham Names Lofty Goals Before Retirement
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Tommy Pham has spent a long time playing baseball, but he has goals he needs to reach before he considers ending his career.
Kyle Schwarber News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 3
Could Pirates Actually Sign Kyle Schwarber?
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are going after some of the top free agents in baseball, including a top power hitter in Kyle Schwarber. As wild as it might seem, yes, the Pirates are trying to sign Schwarber as a free agent this offseason.
Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 3
Andrew McCutchen Addresses Report of Potential Pirates Departure
PITTSBURGH — Andrew McCutchen has had a storied career with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but whether that continues into 2026 is still a mystery, even to McCutchen himself.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 2
Blue Jays, Cody Ponce agree to a three-year deal
The three-year deal and $10M average annual value suggests the Jays view Ponce as a starter. He doesn’t have much rotation experience in the big leagues, starting five of 20 appearances with the Pirates between 2020-21.
Cody Ponce News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 2
Former Pirates Pitcher Could See Huge Contract in MLB Return
PITTSBURGH — A former Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher hasn't pitched in the MLB the past four seasons, but is trending towards making a big time return, with a solid contract as well.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 2
Pirates 2026 MLB Draft Details Announced
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have seven months until the 2026 MLB Draft, but learned some valuable information heading into it. The MLB Draft Lottery takes place on Dec.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 2
Pirates Infielder Playing in Dominican Winter League After Injury
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates got some good news on an infielder who missed most of the season with an injury, as he's back playing this winter. Pirates infielder Enmanuel Valdez recently started play with Estrellas Orientales on Nov.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 2
Free Agent Slugger Named Perfect Pirates Signing
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates look primed to make a big move in free agency and this one player could serve as their best signing this offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / December 1
Pirates Star May Have Different Role – or Different Team – in 2026
In two preceding postseasons, it seemed a formality that Andrew McCutchen would sign for another year with the Pittsburgh Pirates. When he returned in 2023, “Cutch” made it clear he wanted to finish his career in Pittsburgh, where it started.
Cody Ponce News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 1
Will Cody Ponce return to MLB?
Right-hander Cody Ponce left South Korea this past weekend to travel back to the United States, per a report from Bae Young-Uen of the Korea JoongAng Daily.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 1
Pirates Could Have Closer Solution Under Their Noses
The Pittsburgh Pirates are expected to spend more than usual this offseason, if rumors are to be believed, but fans and commentators are understandably skeptical.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 1
Pirates Named Trade Partner for Rays Second Baseman
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates desperately need offensive additions for next season and one All-Star is a top trade target for them. Ken Rosenthal and Katie Woo of The Athletic reported that the Pirates are an "ideal fit" for Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe.
Brandon Lowe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 1
Brandon Lowe named ‘ideal fit’ for Pirates trade
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been heavily rumored to be big spenders in the MLB offseason. That is not something fans are used to. They have not signed a free agent to a multi-year deal since Ivan Nova before the 2017 season.
Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 1
Pirates' Mitch Keller's Trade Market Has Changed Drastically
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Mitch Keller is one of the top trade targets this offseason, but his market has seen a change in a short amount of time.
MLB News / Yardbarker / November 24
Three KBO stars who MLB teams should pursue
Baseball's international appeal has long played a big role in the sport's growth.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / November 18
Pirates' willingness to spend could preview next CBA
The Pittsburgh Pirates and willingness to spend in free agency are rarely seen together without the words "do not have a" between them. That is not the case this offseason.
Ben Cherington News / Yardbarker / November 18
Reports of Pirates free-agent spending only magnifies team's problem
There is perhaps no team in Major League Baseball facing more pressure from its own fan base to have a big offseason than the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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