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One Pirates’ Hitter is Salvageable, Another is Not

The question became even more relevant after another lousy day for Rowdy Tellez. The Pittsburgh Pirates opted to drop a position player and add a relief pitcher to the roster before Thursday afternoon’s game against the San Francisco Giants at PNC Park.

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Braves vs. Pirates Probable Starting Pitchers – May 24

The Pittsburgh Pirates (23-28) start a three-game series against the Atlanta Braves (29-18) on Friday at PNC Park. First pitch is at 6:40 PM. The probable pitchers are Bryce Elder for the Braves and Bailey Falter (2-2) for the Pirates.

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Barry Bonds in the Pirates Hall of Fame is a disappointment

It is funny that he’s going in alongside Jim Leyland though. The Pirates announced their 2024 Hall Of Fame class on Tuesday, with many speculating since last year who would be next up.

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Pirates Prospect Watch: Henry Davis Slugs Two Home Runs

Each of the four Pirates’ affiliates picked up a win on Thursday, with 2021 first overall pick Henry Davis leading the charge with a two-homer game. Triple-A Indianapolis outlasted a comeback attempt from the Iowa Cubs, logging six homers in the 10-8 win.

MLB News / Field Level Media / 8 hours ago

Pirates' bullpen tries to right the ship against Braves

No lead has been safe for the Pittsburgh Pirates as of late. Pittsburgh has gone up by at least four in each of its past two games before ultimately losing -- a fate it will try to avoid on Friday in the opener of a three-game set with the visiting Atlanta Braves.

Henry Davis News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 5 hours ago

Minor-league report: Davis hits two of Indianapolis' six 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 / 6 hours 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 / 5 minutes ago

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?

Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / 13 hours ago

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

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / 59 minutes ago

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

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago

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

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

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 / 20 minutes ago

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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / 3 hours ago

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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Action Network / 14 hours ago

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.

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