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On YouTubeBryan Reynolds News / Bucs Dugout / December 14
Analyst looks back at Pirates’ Bryan Reynolds trade 
It’s rare for the Pittsburgh Pirates to earn praise for a trade they made, but one deal agreed to nearly eight years ago still has an effect on the organization to this day.
Jorge Polanco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 14
Pirates Free Agency Plans Endangered After Jorge Polanco News
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't landed their key free agent signing this offseason and they aren't any closer to doing so now then they were at the beginning.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 14
Livvy Dunne Reveals Pirates' Paul Skenes Christmas Ornament
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes had one of the best seasons in franchise history in 2025 and Livvy Dunne was there for most of it.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 14
Pirates Eyeing Trade for White Sox Outfielder
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't added a solid bat in free agency and will likely turn towards the trade market for those players. The Pirates have prospects and pitching talent that they could trade for that talent, which other MLB teams would find desirable and likely come as cheaper than through free agency.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12
Pirates' Bubba Chandler Placed in Exclusive Group
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Bubba Chandler has a bright future ahead of him and is gearing up for a big 2026 season. Pirates fans finally got to see Chandler make his mark at the major league level in 2025, spending the final month-and-a-half with the team.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12
Pirates Named Potential Trade Spot for Nationals Shortstop
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates could use a better bat in their lineup, as they head into a crucial 2026 campaign with a poor offense. Pittsburgh hasn't added a significant free agent so far, missing out on the likes of Kyle Schwarber and Josh Naylor, both of whom bring power and prestige to any lineup.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12
Pirates Could Likely Land This Free Agent Slugger
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need additions to their lineup for the 2026 season and ones they can rely on throughout the campaign. Pittsburgh just finished the Winter Meetings down in Orlando, Fla.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12
Insider Slams Pirates for Essentially Faking Free Agency
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates just ended their time at the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla., but still haven't made a big free agent signing this offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12
Pirates Release 2026 Promotions Schedule at PNC Park
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into a 2026 season where they've finally announced what special events they'll host and items they'll give away for fans.
Ronny Simon News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Pirates Re-Sign Ronny Simon To Minor League Deal
The Pirates brought back Ronny Simon on a minor league contract, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction log. Pittsburgh had non-tendered the rookie at the end of the season to drop him from their 40-man roster.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Colin Holderman News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Guardians To Sign Colin Holderman
The Guardians and right-hander Colin Holderman are in agreement on a one-year deal, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. The ACES client will make $1.5MM, reports Zack Meisel of The Athletic.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 11
Pirates Lose Crucial Member of Pitching Staff
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates saw another important part of their front office depart for a new job elsewhere. Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that Jeremy Bleich, the Pirates director of pitching development, was leaving for a new position as the assistant general manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Dec.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 11
Pirates GM Discusses Potential Konnor Griffin Extension
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have the best prospect in baseball in Konnor Griffin, who heads into a crucial 2026 season with great expectations on him.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / December 11
Getting To Know the Pirates’ Latest 40-Man Additions
Back in mid-November, the Pittsburgh Pirates began their preparations for this year’s Rule 5 draft by protecting seven players. In all honesty, the Pirates had many players who deserved serious consideration for a 40-man spot, but not many anticipated seven protections.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 11
Pirates Starting Pitcher Drawing Trade Interest from Astros
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the best group of young pitchers in baseball right now, priming them for an exciting season in 2026. One of those pitchers is right-handed starter Mike Burrows, who had a strong showing in his first campaign in 2025.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 11
Pirates Select Five Players During Rule 5 Draft
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates took advantage of the Rule 5 Draft on the final day of the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla. on Dec. 10. The Pirates took a combined five players across the major league and minor league phases of the Rule 5 Draft.
Ronny Simon News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 11
Pirates Bring Back Outfielder on Minor League Deal
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates let go of a player last month, but quickly brought him back to the team for next season. The Pirates re-signed outfielder Ronny Simon to minor league deal and assigned him to Triple-A Indianapolis on Nov.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / December 10
Pirates 'In On' Free Agents; Here’s the Reality About How Serious They Are
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been connected to numerous free agents in what is described as a different kind of offseason. General manager Ben Cherington is on record as saying he has more payroll flexibility this offseason than he’s ever had as Pirates GM.
MLB News / Last Word On Sports / December 10
Report: Pirates Pivot from Adding Hitting, Sign All-Star Relief Pitcher
The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed left-handed relief pitcher Gregory Soto to a one-year contract worth $7.75 million. Jorge Castillo of ESPN first broke the story.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 9
Pressure is on Pirates to make meaningful move after Kyle Schwarber flirtation
All their flirtation with Schwarber should have done was raise the bar for them to do something meaningful this offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / December 9
Pittsburgh Pirates 2025-26 Offseason Wishlist
Following yet another 90-loss season for the Pittsburgh Pirates, the club enters the offseason with a long list of areas it needs to address. With the disappointing lack of urgency shown by the front office last winter, fans can only hope this offseason will be a different story.
Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker / December 7
Pirates reportedly make impressive offer to Kyle Schwarber
The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to put their money where their mouth is.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
Pirates remain open to dealing from rotation for offense
The Pittsburgh Pirates traded back-end starter Johan Oviedo to the Red Sox Thursday, getting rookie outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia back as part of a five-player deal.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 5
Pirates, Red Sox both rolling the dice in Johan Oviedo trade
The Pittsburgh Pirates and Boston Red Sox have seemed like ideal trade partners for more than a year now.
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