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Minor-league report: Chandler allows pair of home runs in return

A look at Wednesday’s minor-league action within the Pirates' system ... INDIANAPOLIS (24-26) lost to Omaha, 8-2. Indians starter Michael Plassmeyer was roughed up for all eight runs on nine hits in 3 2/3 innings.

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Another masterpiece by Paul Skenes caps remarkable calendar year for rookie phenom

Pirates rookie starting pitcher Paul Skenes had another excellent outing on Wednesday, capping an incredible calendar year for the young star.

Royals star Bobby Witt Jr. propels himself into MVP conversation

Rangers' Corey Seager bounces back from terrible April with terrific May

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Former All-Star having historically bad season with White Sox

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 57 minutes ago

The time's now to support Skenes, Jones, this entire rotation

DETROIT -- I mean, do something. Like, anything? Look, this isn't specific to the Pirates' doubleheader split with the Tigers on this cloudy Wednesday at Comerica Park, an 8-0 loss in Game 1 and a 10-2 bounceback in Game 2.

Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / 3 hours ago

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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago

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

Where Paul Skenes ranks among pitchers through Pirates flamethrower's first three MLB starts

Skenes has come out of the gate firing -- and firing hard

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / 4 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 / 13 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