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MLB News / Yardbarker / March 30
Reds' Chase Burns builds on last season's momentum in 2026 debut
Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns picked up where he left off during his first start of the 2026 season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 30
Pirates’ Bucco Brick Plaques Revealed at PNC Park
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made their promise on the Bucco Bricks ahead of the 2026 home opener. The Pirates have put up Bucco Brick plaques up at PNC Park, which are located on the north part of the ball park on West General Robinson Street, between Federal Street and Mazeroski Way, in a video from Chris Hoffman of KDKA news.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 30
Pirates Celebrating PNC Park Anniversary With First Pitch of 2026
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are celebrating a milestone with their ballpark and will make sure to have some of the first stars there as a part of the festivities.
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?
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 30
Pirates vs. Reds Preview: Dates, Pitchers, Matchups for Divisional Showdown
After a disappointing, yet tantalizing opening series start to their season, the Pittsburgh Pirates (1-2) arrive in southern Ohio to take on their first divisional opponent of the year, the Cincinnati Reds (2-1).
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 / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 30
Pirates Monday Fastball: What We Learned, What It Means One Week Into Season
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates just completed their first week post-Spring Training and their first series of the season. The Pirates took on the
Konnor Griffin News / Last Word On Sports / March 30
Pirates feeling the effects with no Konnor Griffin at shortstop
When the Pittsburgh Pirates opted not to take Konnor Griffin North at the end of Spring Training, they sent down one of the best prospects they’ve ever had.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 30
What Pirates' Ben Cherington Needs to See From Konnor Griffin at Triple-A
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin isn't currently with the Pittsburgh Pirates to start the 2026 season, but that doesn't mean general manager Ben Cherington isn't closely monitoring his progress early on.
Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / March 30
Five things to watch in MLB this week
The MLB season has started and now enters its first full week. Here are five things to watch this week.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Oneil Cruz News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26
Oneil Cruz makes brutal blunders on Opening Day
Paul Skenes was removed early from his Opening Day start for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday, and the play of Oneil Cruz in center field is a big reason why.
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