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Pirates Should Consider Marlins Infield Duo in Trade

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a strong lineup, but there is always a need for stronger depth and better options. The Pirates were one of the better offenses in baseball, but injuries hurt them throughout the season, especially to their star players.

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One Free Agent Relief Pitcher That Pirates Must Target

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates built a better bullpen towards the end of 2026, but there is always room for improvement. The Pirates' bullpen woes saw them blow games earlier in the season that would come back to hurt them, especially as they missed the postseason once again.

Akil Baddoo News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 6

Akil Baddoo Ready to Help Pirates Take Leap

PITTSBURGH — The Pirates know who most of their most important players will be next season, but there's always an opportunity for a new addition to make his mark.

Brandon Lowe News / Bucs Dugout / November 6

Pirates Brandon Lowe named finalist for Silver Slugger

Brandon Lowe’s first season as a Pittsburgh Pirate has been a huge success. He is up for a Gold Glove award in the National League, and he led the team in home runs and RBIs.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 5

Pirates Must Act Now for Successful 2027

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a solid roster, but they need improvements to achieve their goals in 2027. The Pirates finally had a winning season in 2026, 82-80, their first since 2018 and just the fifth in the past 34 seasons.

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 5

Pirates Star Named Silver Slugger Finalist

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had one of their best lineups in recent history in 2026 and one player could receive a high honor for their play. Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe was named a National League Silver Slugger Award finalist for the 2026 season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 4

Pirates Might Have Star Prospect Brewing at Shortstop

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some great future players in their farm system, and one is finishing 2026 off the best way he can. Pirates shortstop prospect Wyatt Sanford has excelled for the Glendale Desert Dogs in the Arizona Fall League, so much so that he's earned a Fall Star nod.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 4

Pirates Catching Prospect Makes Quick Impression in Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some of their better prospects in the Arizona Fall League, but one player just recently joined and showed off his talent Pirates catcher Luke Scherrer made his first AFL start for the Glendale Desert Dogs against the Mesa Solar Sox and had a great showing.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 4

What Pirates Qualifying Offer Decision Means for Brandon Lowe and Team

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates' most important offseason decision centers on Brandon Lowe and his future with the franchise. The Pirates took the first step toward retaining Lowe for the future, extending a qualifying offer to him ahead of the Nov.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 4

Orioles Southpaw Could Fit Pirates Rotation

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a solid, promising rotation for 2027, but that doesn't mean they can't improve it. The Pirates don't have a left-handed starting pitcher in their projected rotation for next season, with all five right-handers: Paul Skenes, Braxton Ashcraft, Jared Jones, Mitch Keller and Bubba Chandler.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 3

How MLB's New Salary Cap Proposal Could Impact Pirates

MLB has made a new salary cap proposal amidst its current round of CBA negotiations, and it could have major ramifications for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 3

Pirates Could Find Next Great Third Baseman in Korean Star

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates would benefit from addressing their need at third base this offseason, and they should explore all options to do so.

Jared Triolo News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 3

Where Jared Triolo Fits With Pirates in 2027

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need the best from everyone in 2027 if they want to reach their goals and that includes Jared Triolo. Triolo finished his third full season with the Pirates and his fourth in the major leagues in 2026 and is headed towards his first year of arbitration .

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MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 2

Pirates Claim Brewers Outfielder Off Waivers

PITTSBURGH — The offseason just started and the Pittsburgh Pirates are making moves already. The Pirates claimed Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Akil Baddoo off waivers and added him to their 40-man roster on Nov.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / November 2

Pittsburgh Pirates Release Seven Players in Major Shakeup

The Pittsburgh Pirates have trimmed the edges of their lowest-level international pipeline, releasing seven pitchers from the Dominican Summer League clubs, according to the official MiLB transaction log.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 2

Pirates Make Qualifying Offer to Brandon Lowe

PITTSBURGH — Brandon Lowe is a free agent and the Pittsburgh Pirates are doing what they can to keep him with the franchise. The Pirates extended a qualifying offer to Lowe for the 2027 season, $23.15 million, that, if he accepts, would be a one-year contract.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 2

Pirates Make Surprising Omission to 2027 PNC Park Promotional Schedule

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are readying for the 2027 season, and so too are the event planning staff. The Pirates unveiled their promotional schedule for the 2027 season at PNC Park, which includes giveaways and other important events outside of just the games.

Isaac Mattson News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 2

Mariners To Claim Isaac Mattson

The Mariners have claimed right-hander Isaac Mattson off waivers from the Pirates, MLBTR has learned. Pittsburgh hadn’t designated him for assignment, so it seems they instead quietly placed him on outright waivers at some point in the past couple days.

Brandon Lowe News / Yardbarker / October 29

Brandon Lowe's left-handed power at second base makes him the ideal candidate for the Blue Jays

Brandon Lowe is coming off an explosive 2026 campaign with the Pittsburgh Pirates, racking up 35 home runs, 96 RBI and a 121 wRC+.

Why the Blue Jays should add Luis Arraez this offseason

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / October 26

3 questions for the Pittsburgh Pirates this offseason

While the Pirates appear to be primed to take the next step, it may come down to ownership and Bob Nutting's willingness to spend on the roster. The Pirates have a talented core but have several holes heading into the offseason.

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The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

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The 'Season HR-leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the single-season home run record holders for every MLB team can you name in five minutes?

Pittsburgh Pirates News / EasySportz / October 19

Could Paul Skenes Leave the Pirates as Questions Grow About Pittsburgh’s Future?

The future of Paul Skenes with the Pittsburgh Pirates is becoming a major storyline as the organization enters another important offseason. The superstar right-hander has established himself as one of baseball’s premier pitchers, but questions remain about whether Pittsburgh can build a competitive team around him.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / EssentiallySports / October 19

Paul Skenes’ Pirates Future Under Threat as Salary Concerns Raise Major Questions

With a generational talent like Paul Skenes, the Pirates face a $7.2M decision on their ace. It’s a question that has followed the ace since his sensational MLB debut.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 18

The Clock Is Now Ticking on the Pirates’ Current Core

The 2026 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates was full of extreme highs and lows. At times, the Pirates looked like a glimmering contender that was capable of sticking with the best in the National League, but for every one exciting win, it seemed like the Pirates experienced multiple soul-crushing losses that put them right back at square one.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 9

Pirates Promote Justin Newman To Director Of Amateur Scouting

When he met with reporters in late September, Pirates general manager Ben Cherington revealed that he planned to hire a full-time scouting director. Two weeks later, Cherington accomplished his goal.