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Pirates' Spencer Horwitz Taking Major Step in Injury Recovery

NEW YORK — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a number of injuries to their lineup, but one key member is on the way towards a comeback. Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz will start his rehab assignment with Single-A Bradenton on July 21, as they'll host Dunedin (Toronto Blue Jays) at LECOM Park.

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Santana Explodes After Caballero Provocation in Yankees Win

The New York Yankees offense finally woke up from its slump, pounding out eight runs to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday. But the real story didn’t start with the score.

Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 21

Pirates Must Consider Huge Oneil Cruz Trade

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates might be dangling a surprising name in trade talks as the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline nears. Pirates outfielder and slugger Oneil Cruz is working his way back from injury, but there is increasing doubt that the power-hitter will be in the Pittsburgh lineup after the deadline.

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The 'Active 20-HR season leaders' quiz

How many of the active MLB players with at least five 20-home run seasons in their career can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

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The 'MLB Playoff strikeout-leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / July 21

Pirates firmly in the mix in NL Wild Card race

The Pittsburgh Pirates recently concluded a 2-1 series victory over the Cleveland Guardians to resume action after the All-Star break and find themselves well within reach of a postseason berth in the National League Central despite a loss last night to the New York Yankees.

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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.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 20

What Sparked the Yankees and Pirates' Bench-Clearing Incident?

The New York Yankees' 8-5 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday featured some late-game fireworks. In the bottom of the eighth inning, Pirates relief pitcher Dennis Santana induced Yankees shortstop Jose Caballero to ground into an inning-ending double play.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20

Pirates' Esmerlyn Valdez makes history in multiple ways with latest HR

Despite falling to secure a much-needed win on Monday night, a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates' red-hot offense made his rookie season historic in multiple ways.

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. shares blunt admission after heroics in win over Dodgers

Yankees expected to use former top prospects as trade assets

Yankees could be denied Mason Miller trade for one reason

Yankees and Rays could battle for Twins talent at trade deadline

The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20

Phillies' Bryce Harper, Trea Turner both hit milestones vs. Dodgers

The Philadelphia Phillies opened up a series in one of the best ways possible on Monday — full of milestones and ending in a statement win.

Caleb Durbin's late HR extends Red Sox's historic win streak

Astros' Yordan Alvarez builds on AL MVP case in win over Marlins

On deck: Big week for Phillies, Mariners plus Orioles-Red Sox holds intrigue

The 'Multiple five-hit MLB games since 2015' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 20

Pirates rumors: What Pittsburgh ownership is mandating ahead of MLB trade deadline

The Pittsburgh Pirates have often been on the selling end of things at the MLB Trade Deadline. This year, the Pirates may be buying instead of selling.

Billy Cook News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 20

Pirates Showing Faith in Billy Cook During Yankees Series

NEW YORK — The Pittsburgh Pirates have needed different players to step up this season and one outfielder came through in a big way and earned more playing time for it.

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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.

Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 20

Paul Skenes glows over Pirates outfielder who brings everything to the table

While Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes led the team to a 7-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday, as the team won the series, it also featured a standout performance from the ball club’s ninth-hole hitter.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / July 20

Pirates' Trade Deadline Plans Revealed

The Pittsburgh Pirates have positioned themselves to be buyers ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline. Entering Monday, the Pirates sit at 52-48 through 100 games.

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The '2K-yard NFL rushers' quiz

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 20

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Skenes Pitches Seven Strong, Valdez Powers up Again, Injury Updates & More

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 52-48 record and sit in third place in the National League Central standings. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured a 7-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.

Billy Cook News / Field Level Media / July 19

Unheralded Billy Cook makes key plays to help Pirates beat Guardians

Billy Cook collected three hits and drove in his first two runs of the season, fueling the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday afternoon.

Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 19

Livvy Dunne shows off her splinker, leaving Paul Skenes fans impressed

Livvy Dunne is picking up a thing or two from her boyfriend, Paul Skenes. During the 2026 Fanatics Fest hosted in New York City, Dunne impressed baseball fans with her splinker pitch, which is Skenes’ speciality.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 19

Surprise NL Central team expected to be aggressive ahead of trade deadline

With the Aug. 3rd MLB deadline rapidly approaching, teams will soon be figuring out whether to buy or sell. One somewhat surprising team is reportedly expected to be a buyer.

Stats show why Pirates are one of the best offensive teams in MLB

How Should MLB’s Surprise Contenders Approach the Trade Deadline?

The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

Dominic Fletcher News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 19

Pirates Re-Sign Dominic Fletcher To Minor League Deal

Outfielder Dominic Fletcher is back with the Pirates on a minor league agreement, per his MLB.com transactions tracker. Fletcher was released in early July.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / July 18

Jared Jones, offense deliver as Pirates cool off Guardians

Esmerlyn Valdez and Jacob Gonzalez both hit two-run homers and Nick Gonzales had a solo shot, all off Gavin Williams, as the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cleveland Guardians 7-1 in the opener of a day-night doubleheader on Saturday.

Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / July 18

Pirates Make Oneil Cruz Move After Roster News

The Pittsburgh Pirates transferred Oneil Cruz to the 60-day injured list ahead of Saturday's doubleheader against the Cleveland Guardians, making a procedural roster move to create space on the club's 40-man roster.

Khristian Curtis News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18

Pirates Select Khristian Curtis

The Pirates have selected the contract of right-hander Khristian Curtis from Triple-A Indianapolis prior to today’s doubleheader with the Guardians. (Reporter Alex Stumpf noted earlier today that Curtis had a locker in the Pittsburgh clubhouse.).

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 17

Stats show why Pirates are one of the best offensive teams in MLB

While the Pittsburgh Pirates sit in fourth place in the NL Central this season, they are only one game behind the St. Louis Cardinals and have a record of 50-47.

How Pirates went from baseball's worst offense to one of the best

Esmerlyn Valdez adds another feat to remarkable start to MLB career

Three relievers the Pirates should target ahead of trade deadline

The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / July 15

Why Did the Pirates Draft Derek Curiel 5th Overall?

The 2026 MLB Draft was full of electric talents, especially on the college side. From superstars like Roch Cholowsky, Grady Emerson, and Vahn Lackey to other collegiate sluggers like Drew Burress, it didn’t take much to get excited about the very top of this draft class.

Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14