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Pirates Prospect Primed for Excellent Season

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a top farm system, with some great players that will make for a promising future of the franchise. Shortstop Konnor Griffin is the top prospect in baseball and could move past Triple-A and join the Pirates roster for Opening Day, after just one professional season out of high school.

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Pirates GM Addresses Jared Triolo's Role in 2026

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had some sensational defensive players over the past few seasons, which includes Jared Triolo. Triolo has experience throughout the infield, playing all four spots, and doing so generally quite well, winning the 2024 Gold Glove Award for the best National League utility player and was a finalist in 2025.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 13

Pirates Breakout Prospect Coming to PiratesFest

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a top farm system that has fans excited for what the future talent of the franchise will do in the coming years.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 13

Pirates Have Unusual Advantage In 2026 Season

Somehow, the Pittsburgh Pirates lucked out with the fewest miles traveled for their upcoming season. While 26,839 miles is still a lot, that's the least of any team in the majors.

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Ben Cherington News / Bucs Dugout / January 13

Ben Cherington ‘Not Satisfied’ just yet with Pirates offseason

The Pittsburgh Pirates are still looking to strike while the iron is hot on this offseason and continue to add pieces to their club. General Manager Ben Cherington said this offseason has been positive to this point as they work towards building a better lineup for 2026.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12

Pirates Urged To Sign 30 Million Dollar Bat

In a world where the Pittsburgh Pirates have already made quite a few additions, they've been urged to make another. 35-year-old free agent Marcell Ozuna is fresh off a six year stint in Atlanta.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12

Two Pirates Pitching Prospects Crack Top Five Ranking

With two right-handed pitching prospects in the top five of MLB's rankings, it's safe to say the Pittsburgh Pirates are in good shape. Bubba Chandler clocks in at No.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12

Pirates 1971 World Series Champion Dies at 86

PITTSBURGH — Dave Giusti, a right-handed pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates during the 1970s, died on Jan. 11 at the age of 86 years old. Giusti (pronounced "JUST-ee") was a crucial member of the Pirates team during that time, especially during their 1971 World Series Title run, pitching in many important games throughout.

Cody Bellinger News / Bucs Dugout / January 12

Pirates should go all in, sign Cody Bellinger away from Yankees

The Pittsburgh Pirates are showing a bit more aggression in free agency this offseason by making some signings and trades to help improve the offense. Adding players like Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum and Ryan O’Hearn shows an initiative to be better on offense.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12

Pirates See Major Shift In Playoff Odds

In the span of a few months, the Pittsburgh Pirates have seen their playoff odds increase by nearly 10%. Back in December , their odds were just 8.7%. In Bradford Doolittle's latest update for ESPN, they now have an 18.3% chance to make the playoffs.

Don Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12

Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn Reveals First Impression of Don Kelly

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made important steps towards building a better lineup, including signing free agent O'Hearn. O'Hearn joins the Pirates on a two-year, $29 million deal, officially signed on Jan.

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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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12

Pirates Named Fit for Top Free Agent Catcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made some big-time moves this offseason, as they try and improve their lineup for 2026. The Pirates added Brandon Lowe , who led all second basemen with 31 home runs in 2025, in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays, that also included outfielder Jake Mangum and left-handed relief pitcher Mason Montgomery .

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12

Konnor Griffin Praises Pirates for 2025 Season

PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin had a sensational 2025 season and flourished in the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system. Griffin joined the Pirates as the ninth overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft out of Jackson Preparatory School in Jackson, Miss.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

Pirates 2026 Rotation: So Many Arms, So Few Spots

For years, Pittsburgh Pirates fans have patiently (well, some impatiently) waited for their highly touted starting rotation of the future. That future is now.

Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11

Pirates' Andrew McCutchen Addresses Testing for PEDs

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star Andrew McCutchen has had one of the greatest careers in franchise history and many want to see him continue on into 2026.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11

Pirates Named Best Landing Spot for Top Free Agent

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates can still improve their roster this offseason with another big move, even after a strong winter so far. The Pirates signed free agent Ryan O'Hearn to a two-year, $29 million deal on Jan.

Paul Skenes News / Bucs Dugout / January 11

Pirates projected starting rotation may have promised beyond Paul Skenes

The Pittsburgh Pirates starting rotation is headlined by third-year pro Paul Skenes, who has taken the league by storm since he entered as a rookie in 2024.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11

Pirates Sign Former Twins Pitcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are adding bullpen pieces to their organization ahead of the upcoming season. The Pirates signed right-handed pitcher Noah Davis to a minor league contract on Jan.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10

Three Innings-Eating Pitchers Pirates Should Consider Adding

While money isn't everything, it sure is important to a team like the Pittsburgh Pirates . No one can take away the fact the Pirates have made a few moves this offseason, but those still might not be enough to get them to the next level.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10

Pirates Should Chase $90 Million Red Sox Outfielder

No team can ever have too much outfield depth, but the Pittsburgh Pirates would be able to use Masataka Yoshida in the designated hitter spot as well. While that spot is currently reserved for Ryan O'Hearn, anything can happen throughout the season.

Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10

Pirates Shouldn't Bite On Rumored Mitch Keller Trade

Heading into the 2026 season, many Pittsburgh Pirates fans were left wondering if Mitch Keller was going to be part of this rotation or not. Now, Heavy is reporting a one-for-one trade that sees Keller head to the Atlanta Braves for Sean Murphy.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9

Pirates Looking To Add Left Side Infielder, Rotation Depth

The Pirates finalized their two-year deal with Ryan O’Hearn on Thursday. That signing paired with the Brandon Lowe trade gives the Bucs a couple of middle-of-the-order bats from the left side.

Chase Shugart News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8

Pirates To Designate Chase Shugart For Assignment

The Pirates are designating reliever Chase Shugart for assignment, reports Jason Mackey of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. They needed to create a 40-man roster spot for Ryan O’Hearn, whose two-year free agent contract was finalized this afternoon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 8

Yankees have a controversial candidate to replace Cody Bellinger

It's been weeks since the Winter Meetings, and the Yankees have yet to make a splash in free agency.

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Brandon Lowe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 8

Pirates’ Brandon Lowe makes hilarious admission on potentially hitting home run into Allegheny River

Newly acquired second baseman Brandon Lowe is already making a splash in Pittsburgh, not just for his two-time All-Star resume but for his fun, easygoing take on his new home stadium at the Pittsburgh Pirates.