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Most Glaring Roster Deficiencies Keeping Pirates From World Series Contention

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates were a much better team in 2026, but far from one competing for a World Series. The 2026 World Series pits the Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays against each other in a battle between small-market ball clubs , a dynamic the Pirates share.

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Pirates Staying Cautious with Top 2026 Draft Pick

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have built most of their team through the MLB Draft and sometimes that means taking extra time to get them ready for their professional career.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 26

Pirates Prospects Struggling in Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates use the Arizona Fall League to give their prospects a great opportunity to get better and prove they deserve a better shot in 2027.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 24

Pirates Know Long-Term Solution at Third Base

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates don't yet have their future third baseman, but there is one player who should take on that role. The Pirates honored third base prospect Murf Gray with the Honus Wagner Player of the Year Award , recognizing the top minor leaguer in their farm system.

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Seth Hernandez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 23

Pirates' Seth Hernandez Has One Main Goal for 2027

PITTSBURGH — Seth Hernandez showed everyone this season why the Pittsburgh Pirates made him the sixth overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft, but he still has so much he wants to achieve.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 23

Three Teams Pirates Can Trade Mitch Keller to

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have to get crafty with their payroll this offseason, and one way they could do that is by moving starting pitcher Mitch Keller.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 23

What Pirates Can Learn From the Two World Series Rosters

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates weren't close to making the postseason, and even further from reaching the World Series, but there is still hope they can do so in the future.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 22

Pirates Prospect Hoping Defense Gets Him Major League Looks

PITTSBURGH — Defense is an important part of baseball, something the Pittsburgh Pirates know all too well and have tried to find ways to improve upon. The Pirates named infielder Jesus Castillo as their Bill Mazeroski Defender of the Year , honoring the best defensive player in their farm system.

Seth Hernandez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 22

Pirates Have Two Future Stars Who Could Change the Franchise

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have recently seen some great talents emerge from their farm system, and two more names should join the list. The Pirates named their top two minor league award winners: right-handed pitcher Seth Hernandez for the Bob Friend Pitcher of the Year and third baseman Murf Gray for the Honus Wagner Player of the Year.

Josh Jung News / Just Baseball / October 22

Josh Jung and the Pirates Could Be a Match Made in Heaven

If there’s one area where the 2026 Pittsburgh Pirates were more than successful, it was their offense’s performance. After ranking near the bottom of the league in nearly every single offensive category year after year, the Pirates came out swinging this season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 22

Pirates Pitching Prospect Who Could Bolster Bullpen in 2027

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had issues with their bullpen last season, but there are some internal options to help them in 2027. The Pirates named right-handed relief pitcher Derek Diamond as their Kent Tekulve Reliever of the Year, honoring the best bullpen arm in the farm system.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 21

Pirates Announce Second Round of Minor League Awards

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had some top minor league performers this season and honored them for their hard work and dedication The Pirates honored four minor leaguers on Oct.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 21

2026 World Series Should Excite Pirates Fans

For Pittsburgh Pirates supporters, the annual Fall Classic has often been a painful reminder of the financial divide that separates their club from baseball’s elite.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 21

One World Series Player Who Would Be Perfect Fit for Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have postseason dreams and the goal of eventually winning the World Series, but they are still far from achieving them.

Paul Skenes News / EssentiallySports / October 19

Paul Skenes’ Pirates Future Under Threat as Salary Concerns Raise Major Questions

With a generational talent like Paul Skenes, the Pirates face a $7.2M decision on their ace. It’s a question that has followed the ace since his sensational MLB debut.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 18

The Clock Is Now Ticking on the Pirates’ Current Core

The 2026 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates was full of extreme highs and lows. At times, the Pirates looked like a glimmering contender that was capable of sticking with the best in the National League, but for every one exciting win, it seemed like the Pirates experienced multiple soul-crushing losses that put them right back at square one.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 14

Twins Hire Brian Reith As Pitching Coach

The Twins announced Wednesday that they’ve named Brian Reith their new pitching coach, replacing Pete Maki, whose contract wasn’t renewed at season’s end.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / October 14

Former Pittsburgh Pirates Coach Has Died

The Pittsburgh Pirates baseball community has lost one of its own. Guy Conti, born in the city and raised in nearby Freeport, died October 13 at age 84 after a lengthy illness.

Braxton Ashcraft News / New Baseball Media / October 12

Looking at Braxton Ashcraft’s Breakout 2026 Season

As we continue to look at the best breakout stories from the 2026 MLB season, we move to Pirates sophomore pitcher Braxton Ashcraft. Reds pitcher Chase Burns wasn’t the only young arm in the NL Central who broke out during the 2026 campaign.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 9

Pirates Promote Justin Newman To Director Of Amateur Scouting

When he met with reporters in late September, Pirates general manager Ben Cherington revealed that he planned to hire a full-time scouting director. Two weeks later, Cherington accomplished his goal.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 7

Pittsburgh Pirates Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Brandon Lowe News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 4

The Pirates Nailed The Brandon Lowe Trade

The Astros went into last offseason in search of rotation depth. The Rays were looking to offload a cumbersome contract (by their standards). Enter the Pirates, who seized the opportunity and came away with a tremendous trade haul.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / September 23

Brandon Lowe will be big test for how serious Pirates are about competing

If you are serious about winning, write the check. Find a way to get it done. Offer him something that persuades him from wanting to leave.

Cardinals ride 5 early runs to snap Pirates’ 5-game win streak

Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval

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Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / September 22

Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval

The Pittsburgh Pirates were buyers at the 2026 MLB trade deadline, adding several relievers in an attempt to make a playoff push. One of those relievers has been jettisoned from the roster.

Paul Skenes admits World Baseball Classic affected his season

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