Pittsburgh Pirates: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / December 4

Reports connect Pirates to several potential trades

The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to be aggressive this offseason. According to MLB insiders Jeff Passan and Kiley Mcdaniel there are a bunch of players that could be a potential fit for the Pirates via trades.

Tommy Pham News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 4

Pirates' Tommy Pham Names Lofty Goals Before Retirement

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Tommy Pham has spent a long time playing baseball, but he has goals he needs to reach before he considers ending his career.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 4

Pirates Named Top Landing Spot for Diamondbacks All-Star

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have options on the trade market this offseason for improving their offense, including one of the top players in the sport the past two seasons.

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Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 3

Andrew McCutchen Addresses Report of Potential Pirates Departure

PITTSBURGH — Andrew McCutchen has had a storied career with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but whether that continues into 2026 is still a mystery, even to McCutchen himself.

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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.

Kyle Schwarber News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 3

Could Pirates Actually Sign Kyle Schwarber?

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are going after some of the top free agents in baseball, including a top power hitter in Kyle Schwarber. As wild as it might seem, yes, the Pirates are trying to sign Schwarber as a free agent this offseason.

Cody Ponce News / CBSSports.com / December 2

Blue Jays sign Cody Ponce: What to know as righty comes back to MLB after successful stint in Korea

Ponce, 31, was a star in the Korea Baseball Organization in 2025

Cody Ponce News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 2

Former Pirates Pitcher Could See Huge Contract in MLB Return

PITTSBURGH — A former Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher hasn't pitched in the MLB the past four seasons, but is trending towards making a big time return, with a solid contract as well.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 2

Pirates Infielder Playing in Dominican Winter League After Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates got some good news on an infielder who missed most of the season with an injury, as he's back playing this winter. Pirates infielder Enmanuel Valdez recently started play with Estrellas Orientales on Nov.

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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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 2

Free Agent Slugger Named Perfect Pirates Signing

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates look primed to make a big move in free agency and this one player could serve as their best signing this offseason.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / December 1

Pirates Star May Have Different Role – or Different Team – in 2026

In two preceding postseasons, it seemed a formality that Andrew McCutchen would sign for another year with the Pittsburgh Pirates. When he returned in 2023, “Cutch” made it clear he wanted to finish his career in Pittsburgh, where it started.

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Cody Ponce News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 1

Will Cody Ponce return to MLB?

Right-hander Cody Ponce left South Korea this past weekend to travel back to the United States, per a report from Bae Young-Uen of the Korea JoongAng Daily.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 1

Pirates Could Have Closer Solution Under Their Noses

The Pittsburgh Pirates are expected to spend more than usual this offseason, if rumors are to be believed, but fans and commentators are understandably skeptical.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 1

Pirates Named Trade Partner for Rays Second Baseman

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates desperately need offensive additions for next season and one All-Star is a top trade target for them. Ken Rosenthal and Katie Woo of The Athletic reported that the Pirates are an "ideal fit" for Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe.

Brandon Lowe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 1

Brandon Lowe named ‘ideal fit’ for Pirates trade

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been heavily rumored to be big spenders in the MLB offseason. That is not something fans are used to. They have not signed a free agent to a multi-year deal since Ivan Nova before the 2017 season.

Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 1

Pirates' Mitch Keller's Trade Market Has Changed Drastically

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Mitch Keller is one of the top trade targets this offseason, but his market has seen a change in a short amount of time.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 1

Paul Skenes Could Seriously Help Pirates This Offseason

PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes won't take the mound for the Pittsburgh Pirates for a few months, but that doesn't mean he can't help the team as they make moves this offseason.

Don Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 30

Pirates' Don Kelly Praises New Bench Coach

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates manager Don Kelly added a highly regarded new member of his staff that will take a position he previously had with the team.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 30

Pirates President Optimistic About Offseason

PITTSBURGH — A criticial offseason awaits the Pittsburgh Pirates and team president, Travis Williams, has high hopes for what the front office will achieve.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 30

Pirates Named Trade Partner for Mets Second Baseman

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking at many different options for improving their lineup next season, including a veteran infielder via trade.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 25

Pirates casting a wide net in offseason to improve offense

The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to upgrade their offense for next year and are seemingly casting a wide net.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 26

Three potential landing spots for Japanese star Kazuma Okamoto

Kazuma Okamoto has been on the radar for major league teams over the past couple of seasons. He may get his chance to show what he can do stateside in 2026. Here are three teams that makes sense.

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Jack Suwinski News / Total Apex Sports / November 24

Jack Suwinski Saga: Did the Pirates Make a $1.25 Million Mistake?

Just when you thought the Pittsburgh Pirates might be ready to play with the big boys this offseason, they pull a move straight out of the bargain bin.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 24