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Paul Skenes gets plenty of support as Pirates earn split against Tigers

Paul Skenes struck out nine in six innings on his 22nd birthday as the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the host Detroit Tigers, 10-2, in the second game of a doubleheader on Wednesday.

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McCutchen, Gonzales Power Pirates Past Tigers; Skenes Shines Again

Paul Skenes celebrated his 22nd birthday by striking out nine Detroit Tigers across six-strong innings pitched in the second-game of a doubleheader on Wednesday.

Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 3 hours ago

Jared Jones Roughed Up in Pirates’ Sloppy Loss to Tigers

Jared Jones and the Pittsburgh Pirates had a forgettable afternoon in the front-end of a doubleheader on Wednesday in Detroit. Jones (3-5) had his worst outing as a big-leaguer and the Pirates (25-30) looked lackadaisical in an 8-0 loss to the Tigers (27-27).

Paul Skenes News / CBSSports.com / 7 hours ago

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / 5 hours ago

Ke’Bryan Hayes activated amongst Pirates roster moves

Injuries have plagued several Pirates this season. The Pittsburgh Pirates announced on Tuesday that Gold-Glover Ke’Bryan Hayes has been activated from the 10-day injured list, and should be back in his role as the club’s third baseman, as the Buccos take on the Detroit Tigers.

Jase Bowen News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 7 hours ago

Pirates Minor League Report: Homers for Bowen and Cimillo

Pirates’ affiliates managed a pair of wins on Tuesday, with extra base hits from a number of top prospects in the process. The Altoona Curve rolled to a 6-4 win over the Portland Sea Dogs, with a two-run homer from Jase Bowen serving as the difference maker.

Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / 12 hours ago

Tigers ready for Paul Skenes as they play 2 vs. Pirates

The Detroit Tigers are embracing the challenge of facing Pittsburgh Pirates rookie phenom Paul Skenes. The 21-year-old flamethrowing right-hander will make his fourth career start at Detroit on Wednesday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 6 hours ago

Minor-league report: Top of Greensboro's order drives victory

A look at Tuesday’s minor-league action within the Pirates' system ... INDIANAPOLIS (24-25) was off Tuesday. The Indians resume their series with Omaha Wednesday at 6:35 p.m.

MLB News / Field Level Media / 8 hours ago

Pirates-Tigers postponed due to inclement weather forecast

The game Tuesday night between the Pittsburgh Pirates and host Detroit Tigers was postponed due to a forecast of inclement weather. The game will be made up as part of a straight doubleheader on Wednesday starting at 12:40 p.m.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / 8 hours ago

Pirates Place Two on Injured List, Add Two to Active Roster

The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed pitcher Martín Pérez and catcher Joey Bart on the injured list. In their place, the Pirates have reinstated third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes from the IL and activated catcher Grant Koch from the taxi squad.

Joey Bart News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 4 hours ago

Pirates Place Martín Pérez, Joey Bart on IL; Ke’Bryan Hayes Returns From Injury

The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed left-handed pitcher Martín Pérez on the 15-day injured list with a left groin muscle strain. Joining him on the injured list is catcher Joey Bart, who was placed on the 10-day IL with an injury to his left thumb.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / 5 hours ago

Pirates place left-hander, catcher on injured list

The pitcher suffered a left groin strain, while the catcher is dealing with a left thumb injury.

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Martin Perez News / ESPN / 1 hour ago

Pirates' Perez put on 15-day IL with groin injury

Pirates starter Martin Perez, who left Sunday's start after three innings due to an injured left groin, has been placed on the 15-day IL.

Colin Holderman News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago

Colin Holderman Thriving, Confident Rest of Bullpen Follows Suit

Against the odds, Colin Holderman has been far and away the Pittsburgh Pirates’ best relief pitcher this season. It’s not to say he’s not talented. Holderman

Bryan Reynolds News / Viral Sports News / 1 minute ago

Pittsburgh Pirates Experimenting With New Role for Byran Reynolds

Coming into the 2024 MLB season, the offense was expected to be a strength for the Pittsburgh Pirates led by Bryan Reynolds. They were crushing the ball during spring training, being near the top of the league in home runs and runs scored.

Rowdy Tellez News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 2 hours ago

Why Pirates Aren’t Giving Up on Rowdy Tellez

I received a text from a former Pirates player last week who played on good and bad teams in Pittsburgh in the pre-PNC Park days. “Never put yourself in a position for bad karma,” the message read.

Paul Skenes News / 5 GOATs / 1 hour ago

Livvy Dunne responds to young Paul Skenes fan after viral answer on mustache, girlfriend

Livvy Dunne responded to a young fan that went viral for his fandom of Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Paul Skenes. Well, this fan is also a big fan of Dunne.

Jason Delay News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 8 hours ago

Minor-league report: Delay delivers in rehab assignment

A look at Monday's action within the Pirates' system ... INDIANAPOLIS (24-25) thumped Omaha, 11-3, in the organization's only minor-league affiliate action on Memorial Day. Jason Delay drove in three runs in his first game on a rehab assignment.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / 5 hours ago

Notable Omissions from the Pirates Hall of Fame

Last week, the Pittsburgh Pirates announced the 2024 inductees into the Pirates Hall of Fame, with some glaring omissions remaining. The 2024 inductees are Barry Bonds, Jim Leyland, and Manny Sanguillén.

Oneil Cruz News / The Forkball / May 24

Pirates’ Oneil Cruz’s 120+ Mph Double Hits in Game

In a game that will be remembered for years to come, Oneil Cruz, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ shortstop, made baseball history as he blasted two hits harder than 120 mph, a feat unlike any other in the record books.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 23

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.

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Jack Suwinski News / MLB Trade Rumors / 16 minutes ago

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.

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