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Pirates Make Another Move, Promoting Rising Third Baseman

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have decided that it's time for one of their better hitting prospects to take on a new challenge. The Pirates are promoting third baseman prospect Murf Gray from Single-A Bradenton to High-A Greensboro, according to Jonathan Mayo of MLB.com.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/18/2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently sit at 24-23 and fourth in the National League Central standings. They just faced a challenging Sunday afternoon. The Philadelphia Phillies shut them out 6-0.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 18

Pirates calling up coveted Red Sox trade acquisition with sick ‘Password’ nickname

MLB has seen numerous top prospects make appearances this season, and it appears the Pittsburgh Pirates are the next team to give someone an opportunity in the majors after already calling up Konnor Griffin early this campaign.

Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 18

Pirates’ Paul Skenes gets brutally honest on brutal loss vs. Phillies

With the Pittsburgh Pirates getting swept by the Philadelphia Phillies during the weekend with the two rivals, Sunday’s 6-0 loss was a disappointing one with a start from Paul Skenes.

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Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 18

Bubba Chandler Isn't Falling Out With Pirates Yet

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a solid starting rotation, but one pitcher has had some issues as of late. Pirates right-handed starting pitcher

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 18

Password accepted: Pirates call up outfielder in wake of Ryan O’Hearn injury

The Pittsburgh Pirates found themselves in need of another outfielder following a weekend sweep by the Philadelphia Phillies. Right fielder Ryan O'Hearn

Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn to miss time due to injury

The Brandon Lowe acquisition is paying off for the Pirates

Bryce Harper offers high praise of Pirates star Paul Skenes

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18

Pirates to promote Jhostynxon García

The Pirates are set to recall outfielder Jhostynxon García from Triple-A Indianapolis, reports Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The Bucs are off today, so the move won’t be official until tomorrow’s road date with the division-rival Cardinals in St.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 18

Pirates Dealt Big Reality Check in Sweep by Phillies

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates simply didn't have what they needed in their recent series vs. the Philadelphia Phillies at PNC Park. The Pirates suffered a sweep against their in-state rival, with one game they never should've lost and the other two games they were not close in, making for a miserable weekend for the home fans.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / May 18

Pirates move Ryan O’Hearn to 10-day IL

The Pittsburgh Pirates were swept by the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday, with even staff ace Paul Skenes failing to secure a win for the Buccos. That was Pittsburgh’s third straight loss, as they sit tied in the basement of the NL Central with the St.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 18

Pirates Injured Duo Missing More Time Than Originally Thought

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have to key members of their team that will not return for them as early as they would like. Pirates catcher Joey Bart

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 17

Pirates' Jared Jones Faces Trouble in Rehab Assignment Start

PITTSBURGH — Jared Jones will rejoin the Pittsburgh Pirates in the coming weeks and his latest rehab assignment showed just how good he can be, while still having some kinks to work through.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 17

Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/17/2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 24-22 record following a difficult outing at PNC Park on Saturday. The club lost 6-0 to the Philadelphia Phillies.

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Pirates Send Utility Player Back Down to Minors

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates just suffered a series sweep at home against a big rival and have already made a change to the roster. The Pirates announced that they optioned infielder/outfielder Nick Yorke to Triple-A Indianapolis on May 17.

Paul Skenes News / Total Apex Sports / May 17

Pittsburgh Pirates Starting Pitcher Paul Skenes Struggles In Appearance Against Philadelphia Phillies

It has been an up-and-down 2026 season for Pittsburgh Pirates Starting Pitcher Paul Skenes. That was on full display this afternoon at home against the Philadelphia Phillies.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 17

Bryce Harper offers high praise of Pirates star Paul Skenes

Skenes has impressed Phillies star Bryce Harper.

Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn to miss time due to injury

Phillies are back over .500 and seem to have figured it out

Mariners to promote top prospect Colt Emerson

White Sox catcher dealing with another issue amid rehab assignment

Yankees' David Bednar fizzles in Subway Series finale against Mets

Yankees should keep eye on Ryan Jeffers as trade season approaches

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / May 17

Pirates place Ryan O'Hearn on IL, activate Jake Mangum

The Pittsburgh Pirates placed right fielder/first baseman Ryan O'Hearn on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a right quad strain. Outfielder Jake Mangum was reinstated from the 10-day injured list to replace O'Hearn on the 26-man roster.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 17

Marcel Ozuna Gets Embarrassed By Cristopher Sanchez After Bold Challenge

Marcell Ozuna is one of the major additions to the Pittsburgh Pirates roster this year. But the veteran slugger is not having a great year thus far. Meanwhile, Cristopher Sanchez signed a long-term contract extension after his outstanding 2025 campaign for the Philadelphia Phillies.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 17

Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn to miss time due to injury

The Pittsburgh Pirates will be without one of their best hitters for some time.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 17

Pirates Place Ryan O’Hearn On 10-Day Injured List

The Pirates announced that first baseman/right fielder Ryan O’Hearn has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a right quad strain. Outfielder Jake Mangum was activated from the 10-day IL in the corresponding move, and Mangum will take O’Hearn’s spot on the 26-man roster.