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MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 29
Pirates must finally pull trigger on this Mason Miller trade with Padres
The Pittsburgh Pirates have assembled a core capable of reaching October, but they continue to risk their postseason survival. While a formidable starting rotation anchored by Paul Skenes and Jared Jones gives Pittsburgh a legitimate shot to make noise in the playoffs, an erratic bullpen threatens to erase every quality start.
Spencer Horwitz News / Bucs Dugout / July 29
Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz dealing with setback in return 
A separate injury has derailed Spencer Horwitz’s return from the injured list. The Pirates first baseman returned to Pittsburgh this week to be evaluated by the training staff after being hit in the head with a pitch.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 29
Three Takeaways: Pirates Miss Massive Opportunity Against Diamondbacks
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had a tough series against the Arizona Diamondbacks and didn't get the results they needed. The Pirates lost two of three games to the Diamondbacks at PNC Park, 8-7 in extra innings on July 28 and then 3-0 in the series finale on July 29, after they won in extra innings in the series opener, 3-2 on July 27.
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?
Dennis Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29
Dennis Santana Elects Free Agency
Right-hander Dennis Santana has cleared waivers after being designated for assignment by the Pirates last week, reports Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. He has exercised his right to elect free agency.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Seth Hernandez News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 29
Latest Seth Hernandez Injury News Puts Rest of Season in Jeopardy
Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect Seth Hernandez's first season in the minor leagues reportedly could be over. Hernandez, MLB Pipeline's No.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 29
Pirates Ready to Strike at Trade Deadline
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are five days away from the Aug. 3 trade deadline and look primed to make some important moves. The Pirates are fighting in a tense National League Wild Card race , sitting one game back of the final playoff spot, and have a team that could seriously make their first postseason since 2015.
Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / July 29
Pirates Reveal Oneil Cruz Update on Wednesday
The Pittsburgh Pirates received encouraging news on Wednesday as center fielder Oneil Cruz was cleared to resume all baseball activities, marking another significant step in his recovery from a fractured left hand.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 29
Pirates Make Multiple Moves Ahead of Diamondbacks Game
The Pittsburgh Pirates reshaped their roster ahead of Wednesday's series finale against the Arizona Diamondbacks, recalling left-hander Hunter Barco, right-hander Noah Murdock and outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia from Triple-A Indianapolis.
Jared Jones News / Field Level Media / July 29
Pirates' Jared Jones eager to continue stellar July as D-backs await
The Arizona Diamondbacks and Pittsburgh Pirates are back where they started after splitting two extra-inning games this week. The Diamondbacks lead the Pirates by one game in the race for the final wild-card spot in the National League heading into the decisive contest of their three-game series in Pittsburgh on Wednesday afternoon.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Ke'Bryan Hayes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 29
Pirates Clear Winners of Ke'Bryan Hayes Trade
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a bold trade at last year's deadline, moving on from a franchise cornerstone, but it's looked like the right move.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 28
Diamondbacks hold off Pirates in 12 innings
James McCann's RBI single in the top of the 12th proved to be the difference in the Arizona Diamondbacks' wild 8-7 victory over the host Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 28
Pirates Comeback Falls Short in Extra Innings vs. Diamondbacks
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had almost no chance in their most recent game, but their offense did what they had to do to come close. The Pirates erased a 6-0 deficit in the eighth inning and tied it up in the ninth inning, but fell just short of the win, falling 8-7 in 12 innings to the Arizona Diamondbacks at PNC Park on July 28.
Brandon Lowe News / Field Level Media / July 27
Brandon Lowe’s heroics help Pirates down Diamondback in 10
Brandon Lowe's RBI single in the bottom of the 10th inning scored Billy Cook and propelled the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Monday night.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 27
Pirates Acquire Johnathan Rodríguez
The Pirates have acquired outfielder Johnathan Rodríguez from the Orioles, according to announcements from both clubs. Baltimore, who designated him for assignment a few days ago, receives cash considerations in return.
Seth Hernandez News / Minor League Baseball on SI / July 27
Pirates' Top Prospect Seth Hernandez Suffers Injury in Latest High-A Start
One of the top pitching prospects in all of baseball, Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Seth Hernandez, is reportedly dealing with an injury that will likely cause him to miss a chunk of time during his first minor league season.
Jose Urquidy News / Yardbarker / July 26
White Sox acquire right-hander Jose Urquidy from Pirates
Just two days after being designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 24, Urquidy has found a new home with the Chicago White Sox.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / The Lead / July 26
Pirates Hit for Extra Bases with Selection of Derek Curiel
It takes a special player to start on one of the best programs in college baseball and help lead them to a national championship as a true freshman. The Pittsburgh Pirates’ fifth overall selection in this past draft, Derek Curiel, is that special player.
Khristian Curtis News / Just Baseball / July 25
From Surgery to the Show: Inside Khristian Curtis’ Journey to His Major League Debut
On July 18, the Pittsburgh Pirates saw one of their most intriguing pitching prospects step on a big league mound for the first time in the second game of a doubleheader versus the Cleveland Guardians.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 25
Pirates starter Jared Jones' July surge has made him a weapon in the rotation
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jared Jones' performance has surged in July, and he has become a dominant weapon in the rotation.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 24
Ron Marinaccio keeps knocking Dennis Santana off of MLB rosters
Dennis Santana has to be feeling a sense of deja vu right now. It is probably not a good feeling.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24
Pirates Designate José Urquidy For Assignment
The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of catcher Shawn Ross. Fellow catcher Rafael Flores has been placed on the seven-day concussion-related injured list.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23
Pirates make necessary moves to improve bullpen, but GM Ben Cherington must do more
The Pirates' moves on Thursday can only be the start of their bullpen overhaul. They still need a lot more.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 22
Max Fried dazzles in dominating return to Yankees rotation
The New York Yankees were 2-0 winners over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night, and the biggest driving force behind it was a dominant start from Max Fried in his return to the rotation for the first time in over two months.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23
Yankees IF Jose Caballero's antics in batter's box lead to another altercation
New York Yankees infielder Jose Caballero is not making any friends around Major League Baseball when it comes to both pitchers and umpires.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 19
Surprise NL Central team expected to be aggressive ahead of trade deadline
With the Aug. 3rd MLB deadline rapidly approaching, teams will soon be figuring out whether to buy or sell. One somewhat surprising team is reportedly expected to be a buyer.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 17
Stats show why Pirates are one of the best offensive teams in MLB
While the Pittsburgh Pirates sit in fourth place in the NL Central this season, they are only one game behind the St. Louis Cardinals and have a record of 50-47.
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