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On YouTubeBraxton Ashcraft News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 7
Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft Has Big Advantage Heading Into Season
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had a poor 2025 season, but the emergence of right-handed pitcher Braxton Ashcraft has made for a promising 2026 campaign.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 7
One Reason Pirates' Oneil Cruz Should Improve in 2026
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz didn't have the season he wanted in 2025, but he is gearing up for a bounce back campaign. Cruz
Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 7
Pirates' Bubba Chandler Given Bold Prediction for 2026 Season
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Bubba Chandler heads into a crucial season for his development and one that many have high hopes for him.
The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 7
Pirates Sign Former Phillies Pitching Prospect
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are still adding players to their franchise, with Spring Training less than a week away. Driveline Baseball announced that right-handed pitcher Dominic Pipkin had signed with the Pirates.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Marcell Ozuna News / Total Pro Sports / February 7
Pittsburgh Pirates Closing In On Marcell Ozuna As Rumors Swirl
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ ownership often gets a bad rap for not showing enough intent in the offseason market, but they are not staying idle this winter.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 6
How a Major Arbitration Decision Affects Paul Skenes' Pirates Future
PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes is one of the best pitchers in baseball and the Pittsburgh Pirates are well aware of this and what a recent arbitration case might mean for the future of their star's time with the franchise.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 6
What Pirates Are Getting in José Urquidy
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a recent signing that will help both their bullpen and starting rotation. The Pirates signed free agent right-handed pitcher José Urquidy to a one-year, $1.5 million deal with incentives.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / February 6
What would a successful 2026 season look like for the Pirates? 
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been more aggressive than usual in the offseason acquiring veteran players like Brandon Lowe, Ryan O’Hearn and Jose Urquidy.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 6
MLB Insider Sees Pittsburgh Pirates Trading Paul Skenes After Tarik Skubal Wins Arbitration
Tarik Skubal received a ruling in his favor from the three-man panel in the landmark arbitration hearing with the Detroit Tigers in Arizona on Thursday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 6
The Pirates Top 5 Third Base Trade Targets
The Pittsburgh Pirates may consider upgrading third base before the end of the offseason. Jared Triolo is currently penciled in as the Pirates’ go-to answer at the hot corner.
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 / Last Word On Sports / February 6
The Pirates’ Top 5 Third Base Trade Targets
The Pittsburgh Pirates may consider upgrading third base before the end of the offseason. Jared Triolo is currently penciled in as the Pirates’ go-to answer at the hot corner.
Konnor Griffin News / Last Word On Sports / February 5
3 Pirates Non-Roster Invitees to Watch This Spring (Not Named Konnor Griffin)
Every MLB team will bring a handful of non-roster invitees to spring training. The Pittsburgh Pirates have the most notable NRI, with consensus number-one prospect Konnor Griffin.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 5
Pirates take low-cost flier on Jose Urquidy
The Pittsburgh Pirates were unable to lure Framber Valdez to Pittsburgh. However, they did add another former Astros pitcher on Thursday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 5
Pirates Sign Former Astros Right-Handed Pitcher
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made another signing that will bolster their bullpen for 2026. The Pirates are signing right-handed pitcher José Urquidy to a one-year, $1.5 million deal, pending a physical, according to sources.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5
Pirates To Sign José Urquidy
The Pirates and right-hander José Urquidy are in agreement on a contract, reports Will Sammon of The Athletic. He’ll earn $1.5MM on a one-year deal, Jon Heyman of the New York Post adds.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / February 5
Top Pirates Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates set their sights high this offseason, and they’ve delivered upon their promises to increase payroll and add to the roster. With the additions of Brandon Lowe, Ryan O’Hearn, and others, it’s been a big winter for the club.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 5
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Gives Back to High School
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star prospect Konnor Griffin has an important season ahead of him and while his focus is on self-improvement, he also is cognizant of where he came from and how that's made him the person he is today.
Marcell Ozuna News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 5
Does Marcell Ozuna Fit With Pirates in 2026?
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have added this offseason, but could still use another bat for their lineup in 2026. Marcell Ozuna is one free agent the Pirates have interest in and could reasonably get on a contract for next season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 5
Pirates Named Best Farm System in Baseball
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into 2026 with some of the top young talent in all of baseball, and it shows throughout the minor leagues. Baseball America thinks so as well, naming the Pirates farm system the best of any of the 30 major league teams.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 4
Pirates' sudden willingness to spend should include Paul Skenes
Signing Skenes to an extension would show that the Pirates are serious about building a contending team and could help lure other top free agents if they continue to shop at the top of the market.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 4
Pirates taking another swing in free agency, eyeing All-Star pitcher
It appears the Pirates are looking to take another big swing in free agency.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 4
Pirates Interested In Marcell Ozuna
Having missed out on several higher-profile big bats, the Pirates are showing some interest in veteran designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, per Katie Woo and Will Sammon of The Athletic.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 3
Pirates rumors: Andrew McCutchen situation got ‘screwed up’
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been involved in an awkward situation this offseason with veteran slugger Andrew McCutchen. McCutchen is the long-time face of the club, who has played the bulk of his lengthy MLB career in Pittsburgh.
Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / February 1
Livvy Dunne took batting practice against Paul Skenes
Livvy Dunne’s attempt at taking batting practice against her boyfriend went about as well as one would expect it to. Dunne shared video of herself standing in against Paul Skenes, who certainly appeared to be throwing at full strength.
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