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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 6

Three Lingering Questions for Pirates After Trade Deadline

MILWAUKEE — The Pittsburgh Pirates, like the other 29 MLB teams, have completed the trade deadline and their business concerning it for 2026. The Pirates

Andrew McCutchen News / Bucs Dugout / August 6

Could the Pirates reunite with Andrew McCutchen?

The Pittsburgh Pirates were busy at the trade deadline and made several moves to help them move towards a postseason berth but there’s still one player in particular that could sign with the team and that fans would love to see in Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 6

Pirates New Bat Could Solve Left-Handed Problem

MILWAUKEE — It's no secret that the Pittsburgh Pirates struggle against left-handed pitching and there is one player who could help end these problems.

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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.

Paul Skenes News / Viral Sports News / August 6

MLB Insider Drops Strong Paul Skenes Message Amid Struggles

ESPN baseball analyst Tim Kurkjian expressed confidence Wednesday that Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes will overcome his recent struggles and return to elite form for the remainder of the 2026 season.

Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Pirates Make Change Before Paul Skenes’ Start Against Brewers

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes had one of the worst months of his career in July. The reigning National League Cy Young Award winner posted a 6.25 ERA across 31 2/3 innings of work.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 5

Pirates Get More Pitching Help

MILWAUKEE — The Pittsburgh Pirates greatly improved their bullpen at the trade deadline, but they also have one of their better relief pitchers back from injury.

Chris Devenski News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5

Pirates Outright Chris Devenski

The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Ronny Simón. He’ll take the roster spot of designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, who has been released.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Pirates Release 3-Time All-Star Following MLB Trade Deadline

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been one of the most surprising teams this MLB season. At a 57-58 record, Pittsburgh is hanging around in the National League Wild Card race, sitting 3.5 games back of the final spot.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / The Lead / August 5

Game Theory Supports the Pirates Decision To Buy at the Deadline

Despite losing five of their last six and nine of their last 13 ahead of August 3, the Pittsburgh Pirates bought big at the deadline. The Bucs’ buying may be bizarre to some, given that they were 56-57 and sixth in the wildcard race.

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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.

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Marcell Ozuna News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5

Pirates release 3-time All-Star amid playoff push

The Pittsburgh Pirates are aiming for a National League Wild Card spot, but Marcell Ozuna won’t be a part of the push. On Wednesday, the Pirates called up utilityman Ronny Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis, and Ozuna was released as the corresponding move.

Marcell Ozuna News / Field Level Media / August 5

Reports: Pirates to release DH Marcell Ozuna

The Pittsburgh Pirates will release designated hitter Marcell Ozuna on Wednesday, multiple media outlets reported. The reported move comes just under six months after the team signed Ozuna to a one-year, $12 million contract.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / August 5

Pirates acknowledge whiff in free agency with Marcell Ozuna's release

The Pittsburgh Pirates have seen enough of one disappointing free agency addition.

Will the Pirates’ Re-Built Bullpen Carry Them to October?

This may be the end for Pirates legend Andrew McCutchen

Pirates continue to bolster bullpen with pair of deals ahead of deadline

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / August 5

Will the Pirates’ Re-Built Bullpen Carry Them to October?

Heading into the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline, the Pittsburgh Pirates had one clear area they needed to upgrade to take one step closer to contention: their bullpen.

Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / August 5

Pirates' Paul Skenes eager to get back on track vs. Brewers

Both starting pitchers in Wednesday night's game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and host Milwaukee Brewers will be trying to bounce back. Pirates ace Paul

MLB News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Pirates Make Roster Move After Brewers Game

The Pittsburgh Pirates are bringing another versatile bat to the major league roster after selecting the contract of utilityman Ronny Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis following Monday night's game against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Ronny Simon News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5

Pirates To Select Ronny Simon

The Pirates are selecting outfielder Ronny Simon onto the MLB roster, reports Alex Stumpf. Pittsburgh will need to clear space on both the active and 40-man rosters.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 5