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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 18
The Trade That May Have Hurt the Pirates for 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates were quite active at the 2025 trade deadline, sending out multiple players, but the most notable was closer David Bednar. The Bucs sent him to the New York Yankees for a three-player package.
Nick Yorke News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 18
Pirates Have Surprising Third Base Depth Option
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have looked around for different third base options, but it's likely they'll stay internal at the. position for 2026.
Konnor Griffin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18
Konnor Griffin’s ‘crazy’ spring training show continues with mammoth BP dinger
Konnor Griffin is currently the No. 1-ranked prospect on the MLB Top 100 List. The Pittsburgh Pirates seemingly have a rising star within the organization, as Griffin is making a serious case to be on the roster to begin the 2026 season.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18
Pirates’ Paul Skenes speaks out on Tony Clark resignation
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes, an important member of the MLBPA executive subcommittee, reacted after longtime union head Tony Clark resigned amidst an investigation.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 18
Pirates Newest Star Wants to Mentor Oneil Cruz
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz has a massive season ahead of him, but he won't got at it alone. The Pirates recently signed free agent Marcell Ozuna to a one-year, $12 million deal for the 2026 season, with a $16 million mutual option for 2027, bringing a top right-handed bat to a lineup in need of one.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 18
Pirates Predicted to Make Postseason Push
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't played meaningful October baseball in a long time, but they could finally do so in 2026. Adnan Virk of MLB Network predicted that the Pirates will make a postseason push and earn a Wild Card spot this upcoming season, as a part of his "Presidential Decrees" on President's Day on Feb.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 18
Pirates Manager Not Ruling Out Opening Day Spot for Konnor Griffin
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have the best prospect in baseball in shortstop Konnor Griffin, who is pushing for a spot on the Opening Day roster at just 19 years old.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 18
Pirates' Paul Skenes Playing Role in Finding New MLBPA Leader
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes is readying for the upcoming season, but currently is in the midst of an important duty he has outside of the playing field.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 17
Pirates Could Pursue This Free Agent Left-Handed Pitcher
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have looked for left-handed starting pitching this offseason, but one name that hasn't come up would fill that role.
Jared Triolo News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 17
Jared Triolo's Offseason Gives Pirates Manager Confidence
PITTSBURGH — Jared Triolo looks projects as the Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman for Opening Day and he has the full backing of manager Don Kelly. Triolo won a Gold Glove as a utility player in 2024 and was a finalist last season, but should've won it back-to-back years.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 17
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Earns Hall of Fame Comparison
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates young star Konnor Griffin hasn't even played at Triple-A yet, but he's already received some incredible comparisons at just 19 years old.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 17
Recent DFA Opens Door for Pirates Top Prospect
The Pittsburgh Pirates recently designated outfielder Jack Suwinski for assignment. Suwinski hasn’t been able to come anywhere close to his 2023 breakout campaign, where he had 26 home runs and a 112 wRC+ at just 24 years old.
Marcell Ozuna News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17
Braves say goodbye to Marcell Ozuna following his signing with the Pirates
The Atlanta Braves said goodbye to longtime designated hitter Marcell Ozuna. Jon Heyman of the New York Post last week reported that Ozuna signed a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates that includes a mutual option for 2027.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 17
Where Do Pirates and Jack Suwinski Go From Here?
PITTSBURGH — Jack Suwinski and the Pittsburgh Pirates have been together for almost five years at this point, but it's likely their relationship is near its conclusion The Pirates designated Suwinski for assignment on Feb.
Marcell Ozuna News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Pirates slugger Marcell Ozuna sets the tone for 2026 with clear message
The Pittsburgh Pirates wasted little time signaling their ambitions for the 2026 season, and Marcell Ozuna delivered the message himself. As spring training ramps up in Bradenton for the Pirates, the acquisition of slugger Marcell Ozuna already feels like a defining move for a lineup that desperately needed more power.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 16
Pirates Could Trade for Orioles Third Baseman
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates still seek options at third base and one player might help them solve their issues at the position. Ken Rosenthal of
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 16
Five Spring Training Questions for New Look Pirates
The sun is beginning to rise on a new era of Pittsburgh Pirates baseball. For the first time in over a decade, the Pirates arrived at Spring Training in Bradenton not only with hope for the future, but with a mandate for the present.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Pirates star Paul Skenes’ spring training bullpen session draws unprecedented crowd
If the Pittsburgh Pirates are going to get back into contention, Cy Young winner Paul Skenes will have a lot to do with it. As the Pirates open spring training, everyone had to see what Skenes has to offer.
Jack Suwinski News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 16
Pirates Designate Jack Suwinski For Assignment
10:50 am: Pittsburgh has confirmed the Suwinski DFA. Ozuna will take his spot on the 40-man roster. The club has a week to either find a trade partner for Suwinski or try to pass him through waivers.
Andrew McCutchen News / Just Baseball / February 15
The Pirates Did Andrew McCutchen Wrong This Winter
This winter, there has been a significant amount of excitement surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates. The team has finally begun to make meaningful moves in both free agency and trade, which has put them in discussions around the league for something other than Paul Skenes’ greatness.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 16
These are MLB’s three most improved teams
These three MLB teams have risen to the occasion and improved the most over the course of this offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 13
Early Spring Training Battles Between Pirates' Top Prospects Generating Buzz
Pittsburgh Pirates fans are being treated to an early look at the not-so-distant future with spring training kicking into gear this week. While most of
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 10
Why Pirates were right to sign Marcell Ozuna instead of Andrew McCutchen
The Pirates, for once, acted in the best interest of the franchise.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 4
Pirates' sudden willingness to spend should include Paul Skenes
Signing Skenes to an extension would show that the Pirates are serious about building a contending team and could help lure other top free agents if they continue to shop at the top of the market.
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