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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / December 16
What reported big-time contract offers mean for Pirates 
The Pittsburgh Pirates are not a team usually in the mix for the best free agents on the open market. However, that has been a change in this offseason for Pittsburgh.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 15
Pirates Releasing Exclusive Paul Skenes Bobblehead
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had great success promoting star pitcher Paul Skenes, especially when it comes to him and bobbleheads. The Pirates will unveil a new Paul Skenes bobblehead for fans in 2026, but that isn't the only bobblehead they'll release next season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 15
Where Pirates Stand After Winter Meetings
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates didn't make many moves during the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla. last week, but there still is much they can achieve this offseason.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 15
New Pirates Prospect Suffers Injury in Winter Ball
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates added a top prospect in a big trade this offseason, that recently suffered a setback in their Winter League play. Jhostynxon García, who was recently playing in the Venezuelan Winter League, left his game on Dec.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 13
Pirates Showing Interest in Japanese Star Slugger
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need offense for next season and are looking for any place they can find it. The Pirates targeted National League MVP finalist Kyle Schwarber , who hit an NL-leading 56 home runs in 2025, and would automatically bolster their lineup.
Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12
Pirates' Bubba Chandler Placed in Exclusive Group
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Bubba Chandler has a bright future ahead of him and is gearing up for a big 2026 season. Pirates fans finally got to see Chandler make his mark at the major league level in 2025, spending the final month-and-a-half with the team.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12
Pirates Named Potential Trade Spot for Nationals Shortstop
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates could use a better bat in their lineup, as they head into a crucial 2026 campaign with a poor offense. Pittsburgh hasn't added a significant free agent so far, missing out on the likes of Kyle Schwarber and Josh Naylor, both of whom bring power and prestige to any lineup.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12
Pirates Could Likely Land This Free Agent Slugger
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need additions to their lineup for the 2026 season and ones they can rely on throughout the campaign. Pittsburgh just finished the Winter Meetings down in Orlando, Fla.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12
Insider Slams Pirates for Essentially Faking Free Agency
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates just ended their time at the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla., but still haven't made a big free agent signing this offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12
Pirates Release 2026 Promotions Schedule at PNC Park
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into a 2026 season where they've finally announced what special events they'll host and items they'll give away for fans.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Ronny Simon News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Pirates Re-Sign Ronny Simon To Minor League Deal
The Pirates brought back Ronny Simon on a minor league contract, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction log. Pittsburgh had non-tendered the rookie at the end of the season to drop him from their 40-man roster.
Colin Holderman News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11
Guardians To Sign Colin Holderman
The Guardians and right-hander Colin Holderman are in agreement on a one-year deal, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. The ACES client will make $1.5MM, reports Zack Meisel of The Athletic.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 11
Pirates Lose Crucial Member of Pitching Staff
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates saw another important part of their front office depart for a new job elsewhere. Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that Jeremy Bleich, the Pirates director of pitching development, was leaving for a new position as the assistant general manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Dec.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 11
Pirates GM Discusses Potential Konnor Griffin Extension
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have the best prospect in baseball in Konnor Griffin, who heads into a crucial 2026 season with great expectations on him.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / December 11
Getting To Know the Pirates’ Latest 40-Man Additions
Back in mid-November, the Pittsburgh Pirates began their preparations for this year’s Rule 5 draft by protecting seven players. In all honesty, the Pirates had many players who deserved serious consideration for a 40-man spot, but not many anticipated seven protections.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 11
Pirates Starting Pitcher Drawing Trade Interest from Astros
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the best group of young pitchers in baseball right now, priming them for an exciting season in 2026. One of those pitchers is right-handed starter Mike Burrows, who had a strong showing in his first campaign in 2025.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / December 10
Pirates 'In On' Free Agents; Here’s the Reality About How Serious They Are
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been connected to numerous free agents in what is described as a different kind of offseason. General manager Ben Cherington is on record as saying he has more payroll flexibility this offseason than he’s ever had as Pirates GM.
MLB News / Last Word On Sports / December 10
Report: Pirates Pivot from Adding Hitting, Sign All-Star Relief Pitcher
The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed left-handed relief pitcher Gregory Soto to a one-year contract worth $7.75 million. Jorge Castillo of ESPN first broke the story.
Gregory Soto News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9
What will reliever Gregory Soto bring to the Pirates?
The Pirates are expected to sign reliever Gregory Soto.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 9
Pressure is on Pirates to make meaningful move after Kyle Schwarber flirtation
All their flirtation with Schwarber should have done was raise the bar for them to do something meaningful this offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / December 9
Pittsburgh Pirates 2025-26 Offseason Wishlist
Following yet another 90-loss season for the Pittsburgh Pirates, the club enters the offseason with a long list of areas it needs to address. With the disappointing lack of urgency shown by the front office last winter, fans can only hope this offseason will be a different story.
Kyle Schwarber News / Yardbarker / December 7
Pirates reportedly make impressive offer to Kyle Schwarber
The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to put their money where their mouth is.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5
Pirates remain open to dealing from rotation for offense
The Pittsburgh Pirates traded back-end starter Johan Oviedo to the Red Sox Thursday, getting rookie outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia back as part of a five-player deal.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 5
Pirates, Red Sox both rolling the dice in Johan Oviedo trade
The Pittsburgh Pirates and Boston Red Sox have seemed like ideal trade partners for more than a year now.
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