Yardbarker
Minor-league report: Davis hits two of Indianapolis' five home runs in win

Minor-league report: Davis hits two of Indianapolis' five home runs in win

A look at Thursday’s minor-league action within the Pirates' system ... INDIANAPOLIS (22-23) won at Iowa, 10-8. Henry Davis continued his tear in Class AAA by homering twice in his 3-for-6 day.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 17 minutes ago

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Atlanta Braves Series May 24-26: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

The Pittsburgh Pirates are hosting the Atlanta Braves for a three-game series, with the first matchup getting underway at 6:40 PM ET on Friday, May 24.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 2 minutes ago
Just keep right on wasting grand slams, great young pitching

Just keep right on wasting grand slams, great young pitching

I mean, what's left to say? What's left to ask? Heck, why even bother with the people bungling what should be a bona fide blessed stage of these Pirates' evolution?

MLB News / Field Level Media / 2 minutes ago
MLB betting: Pirates rookie Paul Skenes drives books to offer special props

MLB betting: Pirates rookie Paul Skenes drives books to offer special props

The Pittsburgh Pirates' bullpen is not winning any fans among those who bet the over on Paul Skenes's win total for the 2024 regular season. 

Pirates won't be competitive if they keep wasting starts from young aces
The 'National League MVPs' quiz
The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / 57 minutes ago
Pirates won't be competitive if they keep wasting starts from young aces

Pirates won't be competitive if they keep wasting starts from young aces

With Thursday afternoon's 7-6 loss, it was the second game in a row the Pirates wasted a quality start from one of their young aces and let a late-inning, multiple-run lead slip away. 

Pirates option struggling power bat to minor leagues
The 25 best MLB players age 25 or under
The 'MLB-first, all-minority lineup' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago
The Pirates Have a Bullpen Problem Without an Obvious Solution

The Pirates Have a Bullpen Problem Without an Obvious Solution

 The same issues the doomed the Pittsburgh Pirates against the San Francisco Giants on Wednesday night were present again in the series finale on Thursday afternoon.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago
Another Bullpen Implosion Sinks Pirates in Rubber Match Against Giants

Another Bullpen Implosion Sinks Pirates in Rubber Match Against Giants

Joey Bart hit a grand slam and Paul Skenes delivered a strong start but the Pittsburgh Pirates’ bullpen imploded for the second-straight game, resulting in a 7-6 loss against the San Francisco Giants on Thursday afternoon at PNC Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / 1 hour ago

Bad acquisitions, an idiotic roster situation and nonsensical deployments make the Pirates full of ‘What ifs?’

What a mess. The Pittsburgh Pirates chased San Francisco Giants starter and reigning NL Cy Young winner Blake Snell out of Wednesday’s game before he could complete the 4th inning with the bases loaded.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / 2 hours ago
Pirates Send Their 2023 Leading Home Run Hitter to Triple-A

Pirates Send Their 2023 Leading Home Run Hitter to Triple-A

The Pittsburgh Pirates have sent Jack Suwinski, who led the team with 26 home runs in 2023, to triple-A Indianapolis. The left-hand-hitting outfielder has been struggling all season long in 2024.

Jack Suwinski News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 17 minutes ago
Pirates Option Jack Suwinski to Triple-A Indianapolis

Pirates Option Jack Suwinski to Triple-A Indianapolis

Struggling outfielder Jack Suwinski has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis. To take his spot on the roster, the Pittsburgh Pirates have recalled left-handed reliever Jose Hernandez.

Jack Suwinski News / MLB Trade Rumors / 17 minutes ago
Pirates option struggling power bat to minor leagues

Pirates option struggling power bat to minor leagues

The Pittsburgh Pirates are sending down Jack Suwinski, who showed off a big power last season but has yet to find his groove early in the 2024 campaign.

Pirates recall utilityman after scorching start in Triple-A
Cubs decide to demote former MLB ERA leader
MLB wild-card hopefuls that should consider selling at trade deadline
Which players have hit the most home runs in a season for every MLB franchise?
The 'MLB-first, all-minority lineup' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 4 hours ago
The National Baseball Spotlight Finds … Pittsburgh?!!

The National Baseball Spotlight Finds … Pittsburgh?!!

It is by no means a scientific study. However, one of the primary factors I use to determine a Major League Baseball team’s relevancy is how often it appears on Sunday Night Baseball on ESPN.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / 3 hours ago
Pirates To Honor 1979 World Series Champions On Saturday

Pirates To Honor 1979 World Series Champions On Saturday

The Pittsburgh Pirates will honor their 1979 World Series champion team before their Saturday game against the Atlanta Braves. Team members will be on hand for autographs.

Paul Skenes News / Sporting News / 1 hour ago

Fastest pitchers in baseball: Where Paul Skenes, Mason Miller rank among MLB's hardest-throwers

Here's a look at which pitchers have the highest velocity in the majors.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 0 minutes ago

Pirates Prospect Watch: Multi-Homer Game for Hilson, Johnson Also Goes Deep

Pirates’ farm clubs picked up a pair of wins on Wednesday, with P.J. Hilson recording a multi-homer game for the second time in the past week. Hilson was

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Action Network / 14 hours ago
Giants vs. Pirates odds, pick, predictions for Thu. 5/23: O/U pick for Skenes Day 

Giants vs. Pirates odds, pick, predictions for Thu. 5/23: O/U pick for Skenes Day 

Action Network's D.J. James shares Giants vs. Pirates pick for Thursday, May 23, including MLB odds on the run line, over/under and moneyline for the third career start of Paul Skenes.

Which MLB players have the most career WAR?
The 'MLB-first, all-minority lineup' quiz
The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz
Oneil Cruz News / ClutchPoints / 2 hours ago
Pirates’ Oneil Cruz smashes hardest hit balls of season in same game

Pirates’ Oneil Cruz smashes hardest hit balls of season in same game

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Oneil Cruz has not exactly lived up to expectations thus far, but on Tuesday night, he demonstrated why he was once a top prospect and gave Pirates fans hope of what he could potentially become in the future.

Ji-Hwan Bae News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 21
Pirates recall utilityman after scorching start in Triple-A

Pirates recall utilityman after scorching start in Triple-A

The Pirates announced Tuesday that they’ve recalled infielder/outfielder Ji Hwan Bae from Triple-A.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / 8 minutes ago
Pittsburgh Pirates Make Move to Bolster Stagnant Offense

Pittsburgh Pirates Make Move to Bolster Stagnant Offense

Coming into the 2024 MLB season, one of the strengths of the Pittsburgh Pirates was expected to be their offense. They had a deep, talented lineup and were hitting the cover off the ball during Spring Training.

Customize Your Newsletter

+

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.