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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.

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Bryan Reynolds' homer the difference in Pirates' defeat of Cubs

Konnor Griffin eyes bright Pirates future after signing record contract

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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.

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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.

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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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 11

Former Rival Anthony Rizzo Hands Pirates Fans Huge Compliment

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates fanbase might have received one of the biggest compliments from a former rival. The Pirates are off to a strong start, winning eight of their first 13 games.

Seth Hernandez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 11

Pirates 2025 First-Round Pick Continues to Dominate

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made right-handed pitcher Seth Hernandez the sixth overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft and his most recent start validated that decision.

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 / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 11

Pirates Have Another Prospect Pushing for MLB Call-Up

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates gave shortstop Konnor Griffin his MLB debut just last week, but there's another top propsect that is looking to join him some time this year.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 10

Bryan Reynolds' homer the difference in Pirates' defeat of Cubs

Bryan Reynolds hit a two-run home run, Carmen Mlodzinski threw 5 1/3 scoreless innings and the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0 on Friday afternoon.

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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 / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 10

Pirates Short Road Trip vs. Cubs: Five Things to Watch

CHICAGO — After their five-game winning streak was snapped and a spirited home stand ended with a slight thud against the San Diego Padres, the Pittsburgh Pirates try to regroup on the road Friday afternoon at Wrigley Field, opening a three-game series against the Chicago Cubs.

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.

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Pirates' Paul Skenes Wasn't Being Cryptic With Konnor Griffin Comment

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have committed their future to their top prospect in shortstop Konnor Griffin and Paul Skenes couldn't have been happier for him, despite what some think he currently feels.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / CBSSports.com / April 10

Projection over proof: How long-term contract extensions have become commonplace for MLB's best prospects

Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin signed a $140 million deal this week, the largest ever for any player with so little MLB experience

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 10

Pirates Announce Starting Pitchers for Cubs Series

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates just finished their first homestand and will head back out for a weekend road series vs. the Chicago Cubs, one that has real importance early on in 2026.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 10

Bob Nutting Never Doubted Pirates Superstar Deal

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates just made their biggest signing in franchise history and owner Bob Nutting couldn't wait to announce it. The Pirates officially revealed that they signed shortstop Konnor Griffin to a nine-year contract, worth $140 million and up to $150 million with escalators, a massive commitment to a teenager.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / April 10

What Does History Tell Us About Pre-Arbitration Extensions?

On April 8, the Pittsburgh Pirates signed top prospect Konnor Griffin to a nine-year contract extension. Despite Griffin having just five games of MLB experience under his belt, the Pirates felt confident enough in his abilities to solidify his spot on their payroll for nearly a decade.

Enmanuel Valdez News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 9