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Reviewing Pirates 2021 MLB Draft Five Years Later

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have played five seasons since the 2021 MLB Draft, one that has had big implications for the franchise. The 2021 MLB Draft was the first 20-round draft for general manager Ben Cherington and the front office, who had just five selections in the COVID-19-impacted 2020 MLB Draft.

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The Case for Pirates Being Aggressive This Offseason

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates improved in 2026 overall, but they still haven't gotten to where they want to be. The Pirates clinched their first winning season since 2018, going 82-80 in 2026, but still fell short of making the postseason , something they are aiming for in 2027.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 9

Pirates Next Playoff Appearance Could Look Very Different

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are aiming for postseason baseball in 2027, but it could look a lot different from how it is today. MLB sent out a proposal to change the playoffs starting next season, with two major changes from 2026, but still keeping the same 12 teams, six from the American League and six from the National League.

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.

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The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

Can you name every MLB player to hit at least three home runs in multiple postseasons in eight minutes?

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 8

Pirates Have New Leader for 2027 MLB Draft

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates take every MLB Draft seriously, as it is a big way they build their team and get their best players. The Pirates have named their new director of amateur scouting Justin Newman, according to Joe Doyle of Over-Slot , who takes over as the leader for the 2027 MLB Draft.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 8

One Player Pirates Should Be Building Around in 2027

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have optimism for 2027, and after a strong finish to 2026, there's good reason for it. The Pirates possess a young, talented roster that clinched its first winning season since 2018 and one the front office can build upon for next season, where they hope to make their first postseason since 2015.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 8

Pirates Facing Cruel Reality as Playoffs Transpire

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates missed out on their ultimate goal this season, while watching similar teams achieve theirs. The Tampa Bay Rays swept the New York Yankees in the American League Division Series and will play for the pennant in the American League Championship Series.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 8

Guardians Outfield Should Be on Pirates Radar After Playoff Win

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need more right-handed power, and one player who just had a strong showing in the playoffs could provide that. Cleveland

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 8

The Position Pirates Must Address For a Successful Offseason

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates improved across all areas of their roster, but there is one position they must get better at. Third base is one of the Pirates' major needs this offseason, and they need to find ways they can address it, especially if they have postseason ambitions.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 7

Pirates Should Be Watching Old Friend During Yankees Run

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finished strongly in 2026, so they must build up their roster this offseason to capitalize in 2027. One player the Pirates should consider is New York Yankees right-handed relief pitcher David Bednar, a free agent after this season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 7

Ranking Pirates Arbitration-Eligible Players for 2027

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have big arbitration decisions this offseason and how they approach it will impact other moves. The Pirates have 10 arbitration-eligible players, including two players in their second year, center fielder Onel Cruz and right-handed relief pitcher Yohan Ramirez, and then eight first-year eligible players.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 7

Biggest Free-Agent Mistake Pirates Must Avoid This Winter

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a crucial offseason ahead of them and they must execute in free agency. The Pirates had just their fifth winning season in the past 34 years, finishing 2026 with an 82-80 record, but were still far off from making the postseason , which they haven't done since 2015.

Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 7

Pirates Player Most Likely to Be Traded This Offseason

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have big offseason decisions to make, and could trade away players as part of that. One player the Pirates may trade this winter is right-handed starting pitcher Mitch Keller, who was the subject of trade talks at the 2025 deadline and last offseason .

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The 'Rushing TDs by active NFL WRs' quiz

The 'Most 3-HR MLB Playoffs' quiz

The 'NFL most receiving-1st downs' quiz

The 'Last 2-rushing-TD duos by team' quiz

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.

Jhonny Severino News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 6

Pirates Prospect Off to Great Start in Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — The Arizona Fall League is a great time for prospects to get better for next season, and one Pittsburgh Pirates player is doing just that.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / October 6

Former Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher Has Reportedly Died

Sam McDowell, the Pittsburgh native and former Pirates left-hander known as “Sudden Sam,” died Monday at his home in The Villages, Florida. He was 84. The Pirates said on social media that he “will be deeply missed.” Born Sept.

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 / Viral Sports News / October 2

Pirates Land World Series Champion Pitcher in Early Offseason Move

The Pittsburgh Pirates have brought José Urquidy back into the organization, signing the 31-year-old right-hander to a minor league contract and assigning him to Triple-A Indianapolis, via the MLB transaction wire.

Kirby Yates News / Just Baseball / September 28

Kirby Yates Hangs Up His Cleats After Memorable MLB Career

DETROIT — As fans filled the Comerica Park stands on September 26, emotions were running high, and eyes all around the stadium were filled with tears. A pair of MLB veterans were set to square off for the final time in each of their careers, and it was set to be a “can’t-miss” day for baseball fans all around the nation.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 26

Pirates Not Expected To Make Leadership Changes For 2027

Pirates GM Ben Cherington discussed his own future along with many other topics as part of a season wrap-up interview with reporters (including the Pittsburgh

Brandon Lowe News / Just Baseball / September 26

Brandon Lowe and the Pirates Make Perfect Long-Term Sense

During the 2025-26 MLB offseason, one of the more prominent rumors around the baseball industry was that the Pittsburgh Pirates were looking to increase payroll.

Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / September 24

Camilo Doval reunites with former team after Pirates DFA

The Pittsburgh Pirates' surprising decision to part ways with trade-deadline acquisition Camilo Doval has led to a reunion.

The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

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

The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

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

The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz