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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / October 6
Former Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher Has Reportedly Died
Sam McDowell, the Pittsburgh native and former Pirates left-hander known as “Sudden Sam,” died Monday at his home in The Villages, Florida. He was 84. The Pirates said on social media that he “will be deeply missed.” Born Sept.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 6
Pirates Have Perfect Offseason Bullpen Target
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates are in offseason mode earlier than they would have liked this season, but that doesn't mean the work ends for this franchise.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 6
What a Successful Pirates' Offseason Actually Looks Like
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made progress in 2026, which should push them towards a great offseason and improve the roster for 2027. The Pirates finally clinched their first winning season since 2018 with an 82-80 record in 2026, ending the second-longest streak in baseball.
The 'Playoff HR leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the MLB players with the most home runs in the postseason for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 6
Andrew McCutchen Reveals Most Important Moment with Pirates
PITTSBURGH —Andrew McCutchen has had one of the better careers in Pittsburgh Pirates' history and many incredible moments. McCutchen was a five-time All-Star
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Mason Montgomery News / Bucs Dugout / October 6
Mason Montgomery is Pirates breakout star for 2026 
Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Mason Montgomery made the most of his first season with the team. Montgomery made 70 appearances for the Pirates this season, recording a 6-4 record with a 2.88 ERA and 68.2 innings pitched.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 5
Five Pirates Prospects Who Could Play Major Roles in 2027
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates already have a young roster that will aim for the postseason in 2027, but they could add some newer talents as well.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 5
Every Major Contract Decision Facing Pirates This Offseason
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates face a big list of contract decisions to make this offseason. The Pirates will have a couple of free agents to consider and 10 arbitration-eligible players this offseason, all of which will be important for the front office to get right.
Wyatt Sanford News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 4
Pirates Prospect Makes Big Statement to Start Arizona Fall League
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some of their best talent down in the Arizona Fall League, and one player made sure to start off the best way he could.
Brandon Lowe News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 4
The Pirates Nailed The Brandon Lowe Trade
The Astros went into last offseason in search of rotation depth. The Rays were looking to offload a cumbersome contract (by their standards). Enter the Pirates, who seized the opportunity and came away with a tremendous trade haul.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 4
Toughest Contract Decision Facing Pirates This Winter
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will make some big decisions this season, particularly regarding whether to offer certain players contracts. Catcher Endy Rodríguez is one of those Pirates players and is up for arbitration for the first time this offseason.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 4
Who Replaces the Pirates Departing Free Agents?
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates enter this offseason with two departing free agents and big decisions to make on them. Second baseman Brandon Lowe and left-handed relief pitcher Gregory Soto are the Pirates' two free agents this winter, and both will be tough decisions for the franchise.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 3
Pirates Saga with José Urquidy Takes Weird Turn
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates looked like they made their first signing of the offseason with veteran José Urquidy, but it ended up taking a weird turn.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 3
Pirates Projected 2027 Arbitration Salaries Revealed
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a long offseason ahead of them and arbitration decisions that they'll have to work through. MLB Trade Rumors released
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / October 2
Pirates Land World Series Champion Pitcher in Early Offseason Move
The Pittsburgh Pirates have brought José Urquidy back into the organization, signing the 31-year-old right-hander to a minor league contract and assigning him to Triple-A Indianapolis, via the MLB transaction wire.
MLB News / Viral Sports News / October 2
New York Yankees predicted to acquire $100 million slugger
The New York Yankees are being linked to one of the louder bats on a thin 2026 free-agent board, and the fit is easy to sketch from the Bronx.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / September 28
Kirby Yates Hangs Up His Cleats After Memorable MLB Career
DETROIT — As fans filled the Comerica Park stands on September 26, emotions were running high, and eyes all around the stadium were filled with tears. A pair of MLB veterans were set to square off for the final time in each of their careers, and it was set to be a “can’t-miss” day for baseball fans all around the nation.
MLB News / Field Level Media / September 27
Pirates tame Tigers to secure first winning mark since 2018
Jared Jones pitched four inning of one-hit ball and Konnor Griffin led off the game with a solo home run and drove in two runs to lead the Pirates to a 4-2 win over the host Tigers on Sunday in Detroit, Mich.
Kirby Yates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 26
Kirby Yates Retires
Veteran right-hander Kirby Yates announced his retirement this afternoon following the Pirates’ 4-3 walk-off loss to the Tigers in Detroit. In a game that featured Justin Verlander’s final career start for the Tigers, the Pirates opted for a bullpen game, and manager Don Kelly gave Yates the nod as the opener.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 26
Pirates Not Expected To Make Leadership Changes For 2027
Pirates GM Ben Cherington discussed his own future along with many other topics as part of a season wrap-up interview with reporters (including the Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / September 26
Brandon Lowe and the Pirates Make Perfect Long-Term Sense
During the 2025-26 MLB offseason, one of the more prominent rumors around the baseball industry was that the Pittsburgh Pirates were looking to increase payroll.
Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / September 24
Camilo Doval reunites with former team after Pirates DFA
The Pittsburgh Pirates' surprising decision to part ways with trade-deadline acquisition Camilo Doval has led to a reunion.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / September 23
Brandon Lowe will be big test for how serious Pirates are about competing
If you are serious about winning, write the check. Find a way to get it done. Offer him something that persuades him from wanting to leave.
Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / September 22
Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval
The Pittsburgh Pirates were buyers at the 2026 MLB trade deadline, adding several relievers in an attempt to make a playoff push. One of those relievers has been jettisoned from the roster.
Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / September 21
Paul Skenes admits World Baseball Classic affected his season
For the first time in his short three-year MLB career, the Pittsburgh Pirates ace looked like he wasn't completely dominant and overpowering hitters.
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