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On YouTubeKonnor Griffin News / Just Baseball / May 22
Konnor Griffin Is Evolving Before Our Very Eyes
Before this year’s home opener at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, the Pirates made the move their fanbase had been anxiously awaiting ever since spring training: Konnor Griffin was on his way to the show for his major league debut in front of a sold-out crowd that would immediately embrace him.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 22
Pirates Make Winning Intentions Known With Latest Move
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are having a solid season so far, but that doesn't mean that they're content with where they are. The Pirates made two big promotions this week in outfielders Jhostynxon Garcia, who came up on May 19 ahead of the series vs.
Nick Gonzales News / Bucs Dugout / May 22
Pirates gamble on Nick Gonzales is paying off 
The Pirates were initially seen as failures in the offseason when they weren’t able to add a player to be their everyday third baseman. The Ke’Bryan Hayes trade that the team made at the deadline in 2025 left more questions than answers and admittedly I thought the Pirates were foolish to trade Hayes away in the first place.
The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz
How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?
Marcell Ozuna News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 22
Marcell Ozuna Question Looms With Pirates Prospect Decision
As the Pittsburgh Pirates open a three-game weekend series against the Blue Jays at Rogers Centre, there will be a fresh face arriving in the visiting clubhouse.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 22
Pirates, Blue Jays hope to continue promising win streaks
The Pittsburgh Pirates will find out if they are back on track Friday night when they visit the Toronto Blue Jays for the opener of a three-game series.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 21
Three Takeaways: Pirates Make Big Statement in Series Win Over Cardinals
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates faced a tough divisional opponent on the road in the St. Louis Cardinals, but managed to get back to their best baseball when it mattered most.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 21
Pirates To Promote Esmerlyn Valdez
The Pirates are going to promote first base/outfield prospect Esmerlyn Valdez, reports Francys Romero of BeisbolFR. Fellow outfielder Billy Cook will be optioned as the corresponding active roster move, per DK Pittsburgh Sports.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / May 21
Braxton Ashcraft, Pirates hold down Cardinals
Braxton Ashcraft matched a career high with nine strikeouts in a 6-2 win for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday in the rubber match of a three-game set against the host St.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 21
Pirates Prospect Forcing His Way Toward MLB Call-Up
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a four-game losing streak with a 7-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals. The bats continued producing during the series, with the team putting up 13 runs in their last two ballgames.
Brandon Lowe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 21
Pirates’ Brandon Lowe gets Cardinals rubber match started with inside-the-park homer
After splitting their last two game, the Pittsburgh Pirates entered Thursday looking to win their series against the St. Louis Cardinals. Second baseman Brandon Lowe made sure the Pirates got an early lead.
Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 21
Pirates’ Jared Jones Could Make Final Rehab Start
PITTSBURGH — Jared Jones is nearing a return for the Pittsburgh Pirates and featuring as an important part of their pitching staff. Jones will make what
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 21
Pirates Catcher Proving He Belongs in MLB
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have searched for a catcher that can provide from the plate and behind it as well and they finally have their player.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 21
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/21/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 25-24 record and sit fifth in the NL Central standings. Over the last 24 hours, the club ended a frustrating four-game losing streak.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 21
Pirates Lineup Decision Paid Off in Much-Needed Win
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates got some important contributions on their latest win, but not from where they were expecting. The Pirates took down the St.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 21
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Getting Even Better in May
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin is still adjusting to the major leagues as a rookie, but he's showing great improvements early on in 2026.
Carmen Mlodzinski News / Field Level Media / May 20
Carmen Mlodzinski gets plenty of support as Pirates shut out Cardinals
The Pittsburgh Pirates got a home run from Spencer Horwitz as they emphatically snapped their four-game losing streak with a 7-0 win over the host St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20
Pirates Getting Jared Triolo Work In Right Field
Pirates utilityman Jared Triolo is on the roster largely because of his defensive versatility and aptitude around the infield. He’s seen time at all four infield spots over the years and is generally regarded as a quality defender.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 20
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/20/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 24-24 record after a heartbreaking extra-innings loss in St. Louis. The club saw their losing streak reach four games Tuesday night following a back-and-forth 9-6 defeat to the Cardinals.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / May 19
Pirates Recall Top Prospect Outfielder From Triple-A
The Pittsburgh Pirates are turning to one of their top prospects for outfield help after losing Ryan O’Hearn to the injured list. Prior to Tuesday’s series opener in St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 19
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/19/2026
The Pirates currently sit at 24-23, placing them 4.5 games behind the Cubs for the NL Central lead. The Pirates were swept by the Phillies over the weekend.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 18
Password accepted: Pirates call up outfielder in wake of Ryan O’Hearn injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates found themselves in need of another outfielder following a weekend sweep by the Philadelphia Phillies. Right fielder Ryan O'Hearn
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18
Pirates to promote Jhostynxon García
The Pirates are set to recall outfielder Jhostynxon García from Triple-A Indianapolis, reports Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The Bucs are off today, so the move won’t be official until tomorrow’s road date with the division-rival Cardinals in St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 17
Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn to miss time due to injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates will be without one of their best hitters for some time.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 16
The Brandon Lowe acquisition is paying off for the Pirates
Back in December 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates acquired Brandon Lowe in a blockbuster three-team trade, and it's panning out to be the best trade of the offseason for them.
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