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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / August 24
Pirates Prospect update: Third baseman Murf Gray 
The Pittsburgh Pirates may have found a diamond in the rough with Murf Gray, who very well could be the third baseman of the future for the Buccos. Gray was drafted 73rd overall just a year ago out of Fresno State and has quickly shot up through the Minor League ranks.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 23
Pirates Catcher Could Undergo Surgery
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates continue dealing with injuries and one catcher might have to miss the rest of the campaign. Pirates catcher Endy Rodríguez
Khristian Curtis News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 23
Pirates’ Khristian Curtis Gets Second Opportunity After Dazzling Debut
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few exciting rookie pitchers who they will give chances to the rest of the season and right-hander Khristian Curtis is one of them.
The 'Last batting title by MLB team' quiz
How many of the most recent batting champions for each MLB team can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 23
Pirates Inability to String Wins Proving Fatal
The Pittsburgh Pirates have not won three consecutive games since July 11 and July 12, when they swept a doubleheader against the Milwaukee Brewers and then won the following day's game to complete a three-game sweep at American Family Field.
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.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 23
Pirates Make Starting Pitcher Decision vs. Dodgers
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to avoid a sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers and will hope their pitching can lead the way to a victory.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 22
Pirates Waste Perfect Chance to Beat Dodgers
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates come into their road series with the Los Angeles Dodgers as big underdogs, but came close to taking a huge win, before completely missing on that chance.
Nick Gonzales News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 21
Pirates Make Nick Gonzales Position Change Before Dodgers Game
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to get the most out of their lineup and also out of infielder Nick Gonzales ahead of their series vs. the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Paul Skenes News / Viral Sports News / August 21
Pirates Manager Makes Alarming Paul Skenes Statement
Pittsburgh Pirates manager Don Kelly offered a measured update on ace Paul Skenes as the team prepared to open a series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night in California.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 21
Pirates Have Seriously Missed Konnor Griffin
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have dealt with a number of injuries this season, but the loss of shortstop Konnor Griffin has been the hardest for the time.
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 / HITC / August 21
‘Such an easy thing to fix’: 3x All-Star pitcher takes aim at Paul Skenes’ technique amid struggles
Paul Skenes’ struggles have become one of the more concerning storylines surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates this season, with the young ace unable to replicate the level of dominance he showed earlier in his career.
Brandon Lowe News / Yardbarker / August 21
Pirates' Brandon Lowe leads all second basemen in key offensive metrics
The Pittsburgh Pirates' offseason acquisition of Brandon Lowe continues to be a massive win for the team, as he leads all second basemen in key offensive metrics.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / August 21
Pirates Have Reportedly Signed 22-Year-Old Outfielder
The Pittsburgh Pirates made a low-key addition to their organization Thursday, signing a young outfielder to a minor league deal just hours before opening a three-game set against the Los Angeles Dodgers on the West Coast.
Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20
Paul Skenes is reportedly unhappy with the Pirates over one decision
The drama of the 2026 season is continuing for Paul Skenes. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace pitcher Skenes was unhappy with the team’s decision to give him some extra rest in between his previous two starts, Pittsburgh sportswriter Andrew Fillipponi reports this week.
Spencer Horwitz News / Just Baseball / August 20
Spencer Horwitz Is Embracing the Ups and Downs of 2026
During the first half of the 2026 MLB season, the Pittsburgh Pirates looked like an offensive juggernaut. Led by the breakout of Oneil Cruz and the new additions of Brandon Lowe and Ryan O’Hearn, the club was beginning to turn a corner.
Dominic Fletcher News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19
Pirates Release Dominic Fletcher
Outfielder Dominic Fletcher triggered a release clause in his minor league deal with the Pirates and has been granted his release, per Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 19
Pirates hit two HRs in ninth to rally past Tigers 4-3
Brandon Lowe hit a game-ending home run two batters after Rafael Flores Jr. went deep to tie it as the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for a 4-3 victory over the visiting Detroit Tigers on Wednesday afternoon.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / August 19
Concerns over Paul Skenes grow as struggles continue in start versus Tigers
More rest wasn't the answer.
Oneil Cruz News / Yardbarker / August 19
Oneil Cruz proves worth to Pirates in return from injury, rough rehab assignment
Before his appearance on Tuesday, Cruz last played for the Pirates way back on June 7.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Just Baseball / August 19
Braxton Ashcraft Shines Again in Pirates’ Win Over Tigers
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the second game of their three-game homestand against the Detroit Tigers searching for answers after a disappointing game one, and they found just that.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Field Level Media / August 18
Braxton Ashcraft excels on mound again to lead Pirates past Tigers
Braxton Ashcraft gave up one run over eight innings and Oneil Cruz homered in his return to the Pirates' lineup to help host Pittsburgh secure a 4-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.
Oneil Cruz News / Yardbarker / August 17
Pirates' Oneil Cruz to reclaim center-field role amid return from injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates have activated Cruz off the 60-day injury list (IL).
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 15
Red Sox's Sonny Gray sets new career high with win vs. Pirates
With another win, his second of the month, Sonny Gray's career resurgence has turned into putting together a season that can be argued as the best season of his overall career.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / August 15
Easton Carmichael Is Thriving in His First Season with the Pirates
Over the past few years, if there’s one thing the Pittsburgh Pirates have lacked, it’s been legitimate catching depth in their system. In 2026, this hasn’t been the case, as the club has seemingly developed multiple very good catching prospects in its farm system.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 11
Angels' firing of pitching coach Mike Maddux may be Pirates' gain
The Los Angeles Angels' decision to clean house should be an opportunity for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
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