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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / April 8
Pirates need to play Nick Gonzales over Jared Triolo 
The Pittsburgh Pirates have completely transformed their lineup for the 2026 season, but there is still a debate as to who should be playing third base for the club between Jared Triolo and Nick Gonzales.
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Konnor Griffin News / Larry Brown Sports / April 8
Pirates lock up Konnor Griffin with a historic contract extension
The Pittsburgh Pirates will be the home of shortstop Konnor Griffin for a long time. The National League Central Division club announced on Sunday that it has agreed to a 9-year, $140 million contract extension with Griffin, via Jason Mackey of MLB.com.
Konnor Griffin News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 8
Pirates Sign Konnor Griffin To Nine-Year Extension
The Pirates have announced that they’ve signed Konnor Griffin to a nine-year extension. The news was first reported by Jon Heyman of The New York Post this morning.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 8
Behind Mitch Keller, Pirates chase series win vs. Padres
Mitch Keller will try to continue the Pittsburgh Pirates' strong start while fellow right-hander Michael King will bid to get the visiting San Diego Padres back on track when the teams play the decisive contest of a three-game series on Wednesday afternoon.
Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 8
Pirates GM Addresses Jared Jones's Role After Return From Injury
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitcher Jared Jones is nearing his full comeback from season-ending surgery almost a year ago, which will bolster the team's pitching staff.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 8
There's a Ranking for How Fun Pirates Are to Watch
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are one of the most exciting teams to watch in the early part of the MLB season. After dropping their first two contests, they’ve won six of their next eight to go 6-4 in their first 10 contests.
Paul Skenes News / TheSheGotGame / April 8
Livvy Dunne Shows Up for Paul Skenes in Viral Pittsburgh Moment
Another Pittsburgh Pirates matchday, another Olivia ‘Livvy’ Dunne appearance in the PNC Park on a chilly Tuesday night. Even under harsh conditions, Dunne did not stop supporting her boyfriend, Paul Skenes, from the stands.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 8
Pirates’ Paul Skenes sends ‘scary’ warning after shutting down Padres
The Pittsburgh Pirates, off to a 7-4 start to the 2026 MLB season, have a cheat code: every five days, they have a near-guaranteed win when Paul Skenes takes the mound for them.
Marcell Ozuna News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 8
Pirates’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season
Few early-season storylines for the Pittsburgh Pirates are as jarring as Marcell Ozuna’s. The club has opened the 2026 season with a 7–4 record, backed by a lineup producing with consistency and power.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / April 7
Paul Skenes takes no-hitter into 6th as Pirates stifle Padres
Oneil Cruz and Nick Gonzales each had clutch two-run singles to back up a gem by Paul Skenes and propel the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / April 7
Pirates’ Third Base Situation Already Starting to Solve Itself
The Pittsburgh Pirates entered 2026 with some uncertainty on the left side of the infield. Jared Triolo lined up as the Bucs’ shortstop, with Nick Gonzales and Nick Yorke as their answer at third base.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 7
Pirates' Ben Cherington Clarifies Konnor Griffin Extension Reports
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin is the best prospect in baseball and could feature at shortstop for the Pittsburgh Pirates for the long-term. Griffin and the Pirates have reportedly had extensions talks and even agreed to nine-year, $140 million deal, which Buster Olney of ESPN reported the day Griffin earned his MLB callup on April 2.
Marcell Ozuna News / Last Word On Sports / April 6
Pirates prospect already making Marcell Ozuna’s seat hot
The Pittsburgh Pirates signed Marcell Ozuna this past offseason to a one-year contract to be their designated hitter. So far, it hasn’t worked out as well as planned.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 5
Orioles' Chris Bassitt drilled by line drive in rough outing vs. Pirates
Somebody better give Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Chris Bassitt an ice pack after Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Jared Triolo News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 5
Pirates Place Jared Triolo On 10-Day Injured List
The Pirates announced this morning that they’ve placed infielder Jared Triolo on the 10-day injured list due to patellar tendon injury in his right knee.
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