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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 4
Pirates Finish Comeback With Walkoff vs. Orioles
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates struggled from the plate early on, but thanks to a great pitching performance, they did enough late on to get an important win.
Seth Hernandez News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 4
Pirates' Seth Hernandez Showcases Electric Pitching Arsenal in Single-A Debut
Most Pittsburgh Pirates fans have likely been focused on the recent promotion of top prospect Konnor Griffin. But the Pirates have another young talent who made some noise in the first minor league start of his professional career.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 4
Konnor Griffin Rises Up Pirates Batting Order After MLB Debut
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin is with the Pittsburgh Pirates and is already moving up the lineup after just making his MLB debut a day prior. Griffin stays at shortstop vs.
The 'Active MLB wins leaders' quiz
How many of the active pitchers to win at least 80 games can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 4
Pirates Fans' Hopes and Expectations for 2026 Season
PITTSBURGH -- Walking around the concourse at the Pittsburgh Pirates' home opener had a much different feel this season. Last year, there was a sense of bitterness from the first pitch of the 2025 season.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / April 4
3 way too early Pirates trade targets (if they’re buyers by summer)
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been much more active than many fans are used to. They went out and signed the likes of Ryan O’Hearn, Marcell Ozuna, and Gregory Soto this past offseason.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 4
Paul Skenes Fired Up About What Pirates Just Added to Roster
The air at PNC Park had a different feel on Friday. For the first time in years, a sellout crowd roared with genuine belief, not just blind hope. The Pirates delivered a 5-4 victory in their home opener, but the story of the day extended far beyond the final box score.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 4
New Reliever Was Perfect Bullpen Addition for Pirates
PITTSBURGH — It’s early into the season, but a few things are becoming abundantly apparent to the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Pirates enter their home opener against the Baltimore Ravens with a 3-3 record.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / April 4
How Can the Pirates Get the Most Out of Their Lineup?
During the 2026 offseason, the main focus for the Pittsburgh Pirates was to acquire offensive help. After a historically bad team offense in 2025, their lineup needed some significant upgrades if they were hoping to compete during the 2026 season.
Seth Hernandez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 4
Another Pirates Top Prospect Shines in Pro Debut
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the better pitching prospects in baseball in right-hander Seth Hernandez and he showed them exactly why he's rated so highly.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 4
Pirates Have New Park Nickname Because of Konnor Griffin
PITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin recorded the first career hit, double, and RBI in the same at-bat. The 19-year-old phenom roped a line drive into the left-center field gap, much to the delight of the sold-out PNC Park crowd.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 3
Pirates' Konnor Griffin adds to hype with comments after MLB debut
With one game under his belt, Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Konnor Griffin can settle in, although it may be difficult to ever top what took place on Friday.
Paul Skenes News / TheSheGotGame / April 3
Livvy Dunne Supports BF Paul Skenes at PNC Park in Viral Moment
Although Paul Skenes did not take the mound for the Pittsburgh Pirates in their home opener against the Baltimore Orioles on April 3, 2026, with his next start set for March 9, Livvy Dunne was already at PNC Park taking in the scene ahead of the game.
Konnor Griffin News / Field Level Media / April 3
Konnor Griffin hits RBI double in first MLB at-bat as Pirates beat O's
Konnor Griffin doubled and drove in a run in his major league debut to back up a quality start by Mitch Keller and propel the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-4 win over the Baltimore Orioles in their home opener on Friday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 4
Pirates' Konnor Griffin makes immediate impact in MLB debut
The Pittsburgh Pirates got a glimpse of their future on Friday afternoon, and they had to like what they saw. Not only for their future, but also for their present.
Enmanuel Valdez News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 3
Pirates Designate Enmanuel Valdez For Assignment
The Pirates have designated infielder Enmanuel Valdez for assignment, per a club announcement. His 40-man roster spot goes to the game’s No. 1 overall prospect, shortstop Konnor Griffin, whose previously announced promotion to the majors is now finalized.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / April 3
Konnor Griffin megadeal would be franchise-shifting moment for Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates are finally putting their money where their mouth is.
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