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On YouTubePaul Skenes News / Field Level Media / April 13
Riding momentum from sweep, Nationals ready for Pirates, Paul Skenes
Fresh off their first three-game road sweep of the Milwaukee Brewers in 20 years, the Washington Nationals will try to keep their momentum going when they face the Pirates and ace Paul Skenes on Monday night in the first contest of a four-game series in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 13
Pirates Rising Prospect Avoids Serious Injury
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates saw one of their top prospects leave a recent game with a potential serious injury, but those fears can be put to rest after latest news.
The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz
How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / April 13
Pirates made a mistake signing Marcell Ozuna over Andrew McCutchen 
The Pittsburgh Pirates made some big moves in the offseason and one of them was signing veteran Marcell Ozuna to a one-year 12 million contract. The $deal
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
MLB News / Last Word On Sports / April 12
What part’s of Oneil Cruz’s hot start are sustainable
Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz is off to a scorching hot start to 2026. He has 20 hits through his first 65 plate appearances of the season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 12
Pirates Broadcast Recreates Incredible Masters Intro
Before their series finale against the Chicago Cubs, the Pittsburgh Pirates' broadcast, which was put on by SportsNet Pittsburgh, paid homage to one of sports' most revered events that was ongoing at the same time.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 12
Pirates Blow Big Early Lead in Loss to Cubs
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had a great chance to earn another weekend series sweep, but poor pitching later in the game wasted a solid offensive effort.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / April 12
How former Pirates star Phil Garner earned the nickname 'Scrap Iron'
Former Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Phil Garner died Saturday at 76 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer, his family said in a statement released on Sunday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 12
Pirates Trail One Team for MLB's Best Record
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates managed another impressive win over their NL Central rivals, the Chicago Cubs. The victory sealed the third series victory in five attempts to begin the 2026 campaign.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 12
Pirates Rising Star Prospect Could Miss Time After Hit By Pitch
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a great batch of prospects that are readying to try and make the major league roster, but one may have his journey impeded in that goal.
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 12
After 'gutsy, blue-collar win,' Pirates vie for rare sweep of Cubs
Konnor Griffin was 13 the last time the Pittsburgh Pirates swept the Chicago Cubs in a series. The Pirates and their soon-to-be 20-year-old shortstop will look to leave Chicago with three straight wins when the National League Central rivals conclude their series on Sunday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 12
Pirates Have Unsung Hero in Bullpen
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates needed a big showing from their bullpen in their most recent game and one pitcher took on the challenge and came through.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 12
Pirates Might Already Know Their Best Hitter in 2026
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made many additions to the offseason in order to bolster their lineup, but their best hitter so far has come from a known returner.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 11
Oneil Cruz continuing to show why Pirates can't give up on him
It was a little more than two weeks ago that Pittsburgh Pirates centerfielder Oneil Cruz made headlines for all of the wrong reasons on opening day.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 11
Pirates Barely Escape Cubs For Extra Innings Win
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates didn't make it easy on themselves, but they ultimately secured the result they desired against the Chicago Cubs. The Pirates got a close, 4-3 win over the Cubs in extra innings at Wrigley Field, which came after they blew an early lead, but took advantage of some mistakes to come out victorious.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / April 11
Pittsburgh Pirates News and Notes: Early Power, Strong Start
The Pittsburgh Pirates have opened the 2026 season at 8-5 (.615), including a strong 7-3 run over their last 10 games while sitting in a three-way tie for first in the NL Central.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 11
Pirates' Konnor Griffin is in Perfect Place to Start Career
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates now have a pillar of the franchise in shortstop Konnor Griffin, who couldn't be in a better place to succeed in the major leagues.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 11
Pirates Prospect Twirls Four No-Hit Innings in Second Minor League Start
The Pittsburgh Pirates' top pitching prospect produced a stellar outing in his second-ever professional start. Right-handed pitcher Seth Hernandez, Pittsburgh's No.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Field Level Media / April 11
Behind Braxton Ashcraft, Pirates chase series win vs. Cubs
The visiting Pittsburgh Pirates will search for a rare series victory over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday afternoon when the teams play the second contest of a three-game set.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / April 10
Three Pirates Players With Extremely Promising Underlying Metrics
The 2026 season is in full swing. We’re now well into April, but it’s still very early in the campaign. The Pittsburgh Pirates are off to a strong 7-5 start to the year.
Enmanuel Valdez News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 9
Pirates outright Enmanuel Valdez
The Pirates sent utility infielder Enmanuel Valdez outright to Triple-A Indianapolis, per the MLB.com transaction log. He evidently cleared waivers after being designated for assignment when the Bucs called up Konnor Griffin last week.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / April 9
Paul Skenes has ominous comments after Konnor Griffin's extension
Paul Skenes had a very interesting choice of words this week.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / April 8
Pirates owner addresses Konnor Griffin's record-breaking extension
It's been a while since Pittsburgh Pirates fans had anything to be hopeful for. However, after years of a frugal approach to roster-building, it looks like they're finally ready to spend.
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