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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 9
Offense finally flowing for Pirates, who look for more vs. Mets
The Pittsburgh Pirates desperately needed Saturday's offensive outburst, which helped snap a four-game losing streak. The Pirates will next try to string victories together for the first time in two weeks when they host the New York Mets in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday afternoon.
Bubba Chandler News / Field Level Media / August 8
Bubba Chandler, Pirates dominate Mets in shutout
Bubba Chandler tossed six scoreless innings and the host Pirates' bats came alive as Pittsburgh blanked the New York Mets 9-0 on Saturday night. Jake Mangum had three hits, including a pair of doubles, and Nick Gonzales drove in three runs to lead the Pirates, who snapped a four-game losing streak and the Mets' four-game winning streak.
Mike Clevinger News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8
Mike Clevinger Granted Release By Pirates
Right-hander Mike Clevinger has triggered an opt-out clause and has been released by the Pirates, per Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He’s free to sign with any team.
The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 8
Pirates' Endy Rodríguez Suffers Injury Before Mets Game
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have dealt with a slew of injuries this season and they had to deal with another one ahead of their next game. The Pirates scratched catcher Endy Rodríguez prior to their contest vs.
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.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 8
Pirates Make Esmerlyn Valdez Lineup Change Before Mets Game
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking for any way they can get more from their offense and that means changing up their lineup as they see fit.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 8
Pirates Relief Pitcher Filling Bullpen Role Perfectly
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen has been their weakest part of their roster, but recent improvements have made them a formidable unit. One player who is a big reason for that is right-handed pitcher Yohan Ramírez, who has been incredible for the Pirates the past two months.
Carmen Mlodzinski News / Athlon Sports / August 8
Pirates Player Assigns Blame After 4th Straight Loss
The Pittsburgh Pirates dropped their fourth straight game Friday night, and Carmen Mlodzinski didn't try to shift the blame elsewhere. Making his first major league start in more than two months, Mlodzinski struggled as Pittsburgh fell 6-4 to the New York Mets.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8
Josh Harrison gets 100% real on being able to retire with Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled in recent weeks, but had a reason to celebrate on Friday. Pittsburgh celebrated the career of utility man and star Josh Harrison.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 8
Pirates Could Sure Use Josh Harrison Right Now
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are in a slump and close to wasting away what could be a great season, where they really need someone to step up and lead the way.
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.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 7
Pirates Announce Starting Pitchers vs. Mets
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have been on a torrid run of late and they need better from their starting pitching to get things back on track. The Pirates face off against the New York Mets at PNC Park, Aug.
Marcell Ozuna News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 7
Pirates Reveal Next DH Options After Marcell Ozuna DFA
MILWAUKEE — The Pittsburgh Pirates have moved on from Marcell Ozuna and now need someone to take on the designated hitter role. The Pirates designated Ozuna for assignment on Aug.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 7
Pirates' postseason push in need of reset against Mets
It's make-or-break time for the Pittsburgh Pirates as they return home on Friday to open a three-game series against the New York Mets. The Pirates bolstered
Lake Bachar News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 6
Pirates fans will love literally everything about trade deadline pickup Lake Bachar
The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired more than bullpen depth when they landed Lake Bachar from the Miami Marlins at Monday’s MLB trade deadline. The reliever’s personality and unconventional interests have quickly given Pirates fans plenty to appreciate.
Dennis Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 6
Diamondbacks Sign Dennis Santana To Minor League Deal
Veteran reliever Dennis Santana has inked a minor league deal with the Diamondbacks, per his MLB.com transaction tracker. The right-hander was designated for assignment by the Pirates in late July.
Marcell Ozuna News / TWSN / August 6
Top Three Destinations for Former All-Star Marcell Ozuna
After being one of the biggest splashes of the Pittsburgh Pirates' expensive offseason, three-time All-Star Marcell Ozuna has been designated for assignment by the Braves.
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.
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 / 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.
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.
Andrew McCutchen News / Yardbarker / August 5
This may be the end for Pirates legend Andrew McCutchen
At 39 years old, McCutchen's best days are behind him.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Pirates continue to bolster bullpen with pair of deals ahead of deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates' overhaul of their relief corps continued to the wire of the trade deadline.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 3
Pirates continue revamping bullpen with Luke Weaver
Weaver is the second reliever the Pirates have acquired after trading for Camilo Doval on Saturday.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 1
Pirates seem determined to be buyers despite recent slump, injuries
Before the start of the Pittsburgh Pirates weekend series against the Cincinnati Reds, general manager Ben Cherington made it clear that nothing that happened in the series was going to change his approach to the trade deadline.
Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / August 1
Yankees trading struggling reliever Camilo Doval to Pirates
A failed tenure in New York has now led to Doval being traded for a second time in as many seasons.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 31
Paul Skenes isn't giving the Pirates what they need, and it is costing them
The Pittsburgh Pirates invented a new way to lose an important game on Friday, dropping a staggering 8-7 game to the Cincinnati Reds that extended their losing streak to four games. They are now 5-9 since the All-Star break.
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