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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 23
Pirates Inability to String Wins Proving Fatal
The Pittsburgh Pirates have not won three consecutive games since July 11 and July 12, when they swept a doubleheader against the Milwaukee Brewers and then won the following day's game to complete a three-game sweep at American Family Field.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 23
Pirates Make Starting Pitcher Decision vs. Dodgers
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to avoid a sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers and will hope their pitching can lead the way to a victory.
Henry Davis News / Bucs Dugout / August 23
MLB.com believes Pirates Henry Davis is a Gold Glove candidate 
Pirates catcher Henry Davis hasn’t quite lived up to the expectations you get when you are selected with the first overall pick. Davis has a batting average of .170 with just eight home runs and 32 RBIs. However, MLB.com believes Henry Davis is a top Gold Glove candidate and should be in that conversation.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Tarik Skubal News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 22
Pirates Make Big Lineup Changes Against Dodgers’ Tarik Skubal
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates take on one of the better pitchers they'll face all season in Los Angeles Dodgers left-handed starter Tarik Skubal in a big matchup.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Nick Gonzales News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 22
Pirates May Have Unlocked Nick Gonzales' Best Potential
PITTSBURGH — Nick Gonzales has been one of the best hitters for the Pittsburgh Pirates this season and they may have just figured out where he works best.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 22
Oneil Cruz Shows Pirates How Much They Missed Him
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have been in need of a big swing, an important catch and just anything to get their offense going at times as of late and Oneil Cruz is doing just that.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 22
Pirates Waste Perfect Chance to Beat Dodgers
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates come into their road series with the Los Angeles Dodgers as big underdogs, but came close to taking a huge win, before completely missing on that chance.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 21
Don Kelly gets 100% real on Paul Skenes’ velocity decline
The story surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates over the past few weeks has been Paul Skenes’ play, and most notably, the drop in his production. There has been nothing but optimism surrounding one of the best pitchers in the league, and manager Don Kelly recently shared how the team is managing his velocity decline.
Paul Skenes News / HITC / August 21
‘Such an easy thing to fix’: 3x All-Star pitcher takes aim at Paul Skenes’ technique amid struggles
Paul Skenes’ struggles have become one of the more concerning storylines surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates this season, with the young ace unable to replicate the level of dominance he showed earlier in his career.
Brandon Lowe News / Yardbarker / August 21
Pirates' Brandon Lowe leads all second basemen in key offensive metrics
The Pittsburgh Pirates' offseason acquisition of Brandon Lowe continues to be a massive win for the team, as he leads all second basemen in key offensive metrics.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 21
Three Keys to Pirates Winning Dodgers Series
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are building some momentum after a strong showing on their homestand, but face one of their best opponents the rest of 2026.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / August 21
Pirates Have Reportedly Signed 22-Year-Old Outfielder
The Pittsburgh Pirates made a low-key addition to their organization Thursday, signing a young outfielder to a minor league deal just hours before opening a three-game set against the Los Angeles Dodgers on the West Coast.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 21
Pirates Finally Fixed Their Bullpen
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates went out and made moves that would improve their bullpen at the trade deadline and they did that. The Pirates made
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 21
Pirates Outfield Prospect Suffers Injury Setback
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates continue dealing with injuries and have another one to a prospect who has featured for them in 2026. Triple-A Indianapolis placed outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia on the 7-day injured list on Aug.
Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20
Paul Skenes is reportedly unhappy with the Pirates over one decision
The drama of the 2026 season is continuing for Paul Skenes. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace pitcher Skenes was unhappy with the team’s decision to give him some extra rest in between his previous two starts, Pittsburgh sportswriter Andrew Fillipponi reports this week.
Spencer Horwitz News / Just Baseball / August 20
Spencer Horwitz Is Embracing the Ups and Downs of 2026
During the first half of the 2026 MLB season, the Pittsburgh Pirates looked like an offensive juggernaut. Led by the breakout of Oneil Cruz and the new additions of Brandon Lowe and Ryan O’Hearn, the club was beginning to turn a corner.
Dominic Fletcher News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19
Pirates Release Dominic Fletcher
Outfielder Dominic Fletcher triggered a release clause in his minor league deal with the Pirates and has been granted his release, per Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 19
Pirates hit two HRs in ninth to rally past Tigers 4-3
Brandon Lowe hit a game-ending home run two batters after Rafael Flores Jr. went deep to tie it as the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for a 4-3 victory over the visiting Detroit Tigers on Wednesday afternoon.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / August 19
Concerns over Paul Skenes grow as struggles continue in start versus Tigers
More rest wasn't the answer.
Oneil Cruz News / Yardbarker / August 19
Oneil Cruz proves worth to Pirates in return from injury, rough rehab assignment
Before his appearance on Tuesday, Cruz last played for the Pirates way back on June 7.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Just Baseball / August 19
Braxton Ashcraft Shines Again in Pirates’ Win Over Tigers
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the second game of their three-game homestand against the Detroit Tigers searching for answers after a disappointing game one, and they found just that.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Field Level Media / August 18
Braxton Ashcraft excels on mound again to lead Pirates past Tigers
Braxton Ashcraft gave up one run over eight innings and Oneil Cruz homered in his return to the Pirates' lineup to help host Pittsburgh secure a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.
Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / August 18
Pirates’ Konnor Griffin Reveals Target Return Date From Injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates received great news on Monday when it was revealed star shortstop Konnor Griffin was “ahead of schedule” and had his finger splint removed.
Oneil Cruz News / Yardbarker / August 17
Pirates' Oneil Cruz to reclaim center-field role amid return from injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates have activated Cruz off the 60-day injury list (IL).
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 15
Red Sox's Sonny Gray sets new career high with win vs. Pirates
With another win, his second of the month, Sonny Gray's career resurgence has turned into putting together a season that can be argued as the best season of his overall career.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 11
Angels' firing of pitching coach Mike Maddux may be Pirates' gain
The Los Angeles Angels' decision to clean house should be an opportunity for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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