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Pirates See Major Shift In Playoff Odds

In the span of a few months, the Pittsburgh Pirates have seen their playoff odds increase by nearly 10%. Back in December , their odds were just 8.7%. In Bradford Doolittle's latest update for ESPN, they now have an 18.3% chance to make the playoffs.

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Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn Reveals First Impression of Don Kelly

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made important steps towards building a better lineup, including signing free agent O'Hearn. O'Hearn joins the Pirates on a two-year, $29 million deal, officially signed on Jan.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12

Konnor Griffin Praises Pirates for 2025 Season

PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin had a sensational 2025 season and flourished in the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system. Griffin joined the Pirates as the ninth overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft out of Jackson Preparatory School in Jackson, Miss.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12

Pirates Named Fit for Top Free Agent Catcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made some big-time moves this offseason, as they try and improve their lineup for 2026. The Pirates added Brandon Lowe , who led all second basemen with 31 home runs in 2025, in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays, that also included outfielder Jake Mangum and left-handed relief pitcher Mason Montgomery .

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The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz

MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?

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Zack Littell News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11

Key Free Agent Pitcher Pirates Are Sleeping On

After playing ten games for a division rival last season, the Pittsburgh Pirates must keep an eye on Zack Littell. Littell, 30, just put up career highs in starts (32) and innings pitched (186 2/3).

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

Harrison Bader News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11

Pirates Could Add $25 Million Outfielder

After declining his $10 million option, the Pittsburgh Pirates could be in the market for Harrison Bader. The righty is no stranger to the NL Central having spent 2017-22 with the St.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / January 11

Pirates 2026 Rotation: So Many Arms, So Few Spots

For years, Pittsburgh Pirates fans have patiently (well, some impatiently) waited for their highly touted starting rotation of the future. That future is now.

Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11

Pirates' Andrew McCutchen Addresses Testing for PEDs

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star Andrew McCutchen has had one of the greatest careers in franchise history and many want to see him continue on into 2026.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11

Pirates Named Best Landing Spot for Top Free Agent

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates can still improve their roster this offseason with another big move, even after a strong winter so far. The Pirates signed free agent Ryan O'Hearn to a two-year, $29 million deal on Jan.

Paul Skenes News / Bucs Dugout / January 11

Pirates projected starting rotation may have promised beyond Paul Skenes

The Pittsburgh Pirates starting rotation is headlined by third-year pro Paul Skenes, who has taken the league by storm since he entered as a rookie in 2024.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11

Pirates Sign Former Twins Pitcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are adding bullpen pieces to their organization ahead of the upcoming season. The Pirates signed right-handed pitcher Noah Davis to a minor league contract on Jan.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10

Three Innings-Eating Pitchers Pirates Should Consider Adding

While money isn't everything, it sure is important to a team like the Pittsburgh Pirates . No one can take away the fact the Pirates have made a few moves this offseason, but those still might not be enough to get them to the next level.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10

Pirates Should Chase $90 Million Red Sox Outfielder

No team can ever have too much outfield depth, but the Pittsburgh Pirates would be able to use Masataka Yoshida in the designated hitter spot as well. While that spot is currently reserved for Ryan O'Hearn, anything can happen throughout the season.

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The 'NFL Playoff rushing-TD leaders' quiz

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Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10

Pirates Shouldn't Bite On Rumored Mitch Keller Trade

Heading into the 2026 season, many Pittsburgh Pirates fans were left wondering if Mitch Keller was going to be part of this rotation or not. Now, Heavy is reporting a one-for-one trade that sees Keller head to the Atlanta Braves for Sean Murphy.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10

Pirates GM Addresses Remaining Offseason Needs

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had one of the more eventful offseasons in a long time, giving their fanbase some hope they can compete in 2026.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10

Pirates Reveal Ryan O'Hearn's Uniform Number

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates announced their big free agent signing on Jan. 8 in slugger Ryan O'Hearn. The Pirates signed O'Hearn on a two-year, $29 million deal, which marks their second-biggest free agent deal in franchise history and the highest AAV for any free agent contract ever.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9

Pirates Looking To Add Left Side Infielder, Rotation Depth

The Pirates finalized their two-year deal with Ryan O’Hearn on Thursday. That signing paired with the Brandon Lowe trade gives the Bucs a couple of middle-of-the-order bats from the left side.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / January 9

2025 MLB Farm Review: Kansas City Royals

Thanks to Bobby Witt Jr., the Royals have one of the best foundational players in all of the Majors. Now, the goal is to build a sustainable winner around him, plus Salvador Perez, Cole Ragans, and Vinnie Pasquantino.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 9

Pirates Opening Day Game Earns National TV Spotlight

The crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd, and the familiar voices of a national broadcast. This classic American combination will feel both nostalgic and thrillingly new on March 26, 2026.

Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 9

Ryan O'Hearn Explains Why He Signed With Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finally completed their big free agent signing of the offseason in slugger Ryan O'Hearn. The Pirates officially announced that they signed Ryan O'Hearn to a two-year deal on Jan.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 9

Ryan O’Hearn admits he did his ‘research’ before signing with Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates have made adding pop a priority this offseason. They were inexplicably one of the teams that were seriously in on Kyle Schwarber in free agency before he returned to the Philadelphia Phillies, and against standard operating procedure, they managed to ink veteran slugger Ryan O’Hearn to a two-year, $29 million deal.

Chase Shugart News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8

Pirates To Designate Chase Shugart For Assignment

The Pirates are designating reliever Chase Shugart for assignment, reports Jason Mackey of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. They needed to create a 40-man roster spot for Ryan O’Hearn, whose two-year free agent contract was finalized this afternoon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / January 8

Yankees have a controversial candidate to replace Cody Bellinger

It's been weeks since the Winter Meetings, and the Yankees have yet to make a splash in free agency.

Yankees reportedly have Cody Bellinger problem

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Brandon Lowe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 8

Pirates’ Brandon Lowe makes hilarious admission on potentially hitting home run into Allegheny River

Newly acquired second baseman Brandon Lowe is already making a splash in Pittsburgh, not just for his two-time All-Star resume but for his fun, easygoing take on his new home stadium at the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Marco Luciano News / Field Level Media / January 7

O's claim former top prospect Marco Luciano off waivers from Pirates

The Baltimore Orioles claimed outfielder Marco Luciano, a former top minor league prospect, off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday. In other