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Pirates' Biggest Free-Agent Decision Is About More Than One Player

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates don't have many free agents, but their most important one will determine their offseason and 2027 season as a whole.

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Top 25 MLB trade candidates for 2026-27 offseason: Paul Skenes, Jeremy Peña and more who could move

The trade market could prove valuable thanks to an underwhelming free agent class, and these figure to be the biggest names available

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 30

Pirates 2027 Prediction Doesn't Bring Any Extra Excitement

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have high aspirations for what they can achieve next season, but they have some doubters. Zachary D. Rymer of the Bleacher Report predicted the Pirates will go 84-78 in 2027, another winning season, but missing out on the playoffs once again.

Spencer Horwitz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 29

Pirates' Spencer Horwitz Has Special Arbitration Case

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few arbitration decisions they will have to make this offseason, and Spencer Horwitz is one of them. Horwitz is up for his first year of arbitration, but unlike his Pirates teammates, he hasn't reached three years of service time yet, as most players do when they are done with pre-arbitration.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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MLB News / Yardbarker / October 29

Brandon Lowe's left-handed power at second base makes him the ideal candidate for the Blue Jays

Brandon Lowe is coming off an explosive 2026 campaign with the Pittsburgh Pirates, racking up 35 home runs, 96 RBI and a 121 wRC+.

Why the Blue Jays should add Luis Arraez this offseason

Ian Happ's consistent power makes him a compelling free agent for Blue Jays

The 'Season HR-leaders by MLB team' quiz

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

MLB News / Bucs Dugout / October 29

Pirates should have hope after Brewers’ World Series championship

The Pittsburgh Pirates and the rest of Major League Baseball is officially in the offseason after the Milwaukee Brewers beat the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 5 of the World Series to clinch their first title in franchise history.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 29

Projecting Pirates 2027 Opening Day Roster Before Free Agency Begins

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are ready for the start of free agency, an important period for the team this offseason. The Milwaukee Brewers won the 2026 World Series in five games over the Tampa Bay Rays, with a 4-1 victory in Game 5 at Tropicana Field to seal it, starting free agency.

Esmerlyn Valdez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 29

Pirates' Esmerlyn Valdez Shares Offseason Plans

PITTSBURGH — Esmerlyn Valdez has a big 2027 ahead of him and the Pittsburgh Pirates need him at his very best. Valdez had a strong rookie season for the Pirates in 2026, which came to an end with a grade 1-2 hamstring tear with two weeks remaining.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 28

Free Agent Second Baseman Pirates Could Turn To for 2027

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates don't have a set second baseman for 2027 and will explore their options at the pivotal position. The Pirates made a great trade by adding Brandon Lowe last offseason, who was the best power-hitting second baseman in baseball in 2026, leading with 35 home runs, a .493 slugging percentage and an .824 OPS.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 27

Pirates Hiring Astros Pitching Coach

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need great pitching for them to reach their ultimate goals in 2027 and they are bolstering their coaching staff to do that.

Ronny Simon News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 27

Pirates Outfielder Could Seriously Benefit From Winter Ball

PITTSBURGH — Some Pittsburgh Pirates take time off when the season ends, but others continue their play and do so in hopes of increasing their opportunities for the following year.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Gregory Soto News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 27

Re-Signing Gregory Soto Makes Sense for Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have to make sure their bullpen is the best it can be for next season and that means making tough and bold decisions this offseason.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 27

Ranking the Four Best Free Agent Fits for Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a huge offseason ahead, and one with many important decisions to make. The Pirates clinched their first winning season since 2018, finishing 82-80 in 2026, but were still far from making the postseason.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / October 26

3 questions for the Pittsburgh Pirates this offseason

While the Pirates appear to be primed to take the next step, it may come down to ownership and Bob Nutting's willingness to spend on the roster. The Pirates have a talented core but have several holes heading into the offseason.

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The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / October 26

Pittsburgh Pirates Announce 2 Free Agent Signings on Monday

While the Milwaukee Brewers hold a 2-0 lead over the Tampa Bay Rays in the 2026 World Series, the Pittsburgh Pirates quietly added two young pitchers to their organization.

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The 'Season HR-leaders by MLB team' quiz

How many of the single-season home run record holders for every MLB team can you name in five minutes?

Josh Jung News / Just Baseball / October 22

Josh Jung and the Pirates Could Be a Match Made in Heaven

If there’s one area where the 2026 Pittsburgh Pirates were more than successful, it was their offense’s performance. After ranking near the bottom of the league in nearly every single offensive category year after year, the Pirates came out swinging this season.

Paul Skenes News / EasySportz / October 19

Could Paul Skenes Leave the Pirates as Questions Grow About Pittsburgh’s Future?

The future of Paul Skenes with the Pittsburgh Pirates is becoming a major storyline as the organization enters another important offseason. The superstar right-hander has established himself as one of baseball’s premier pitchers, but questions remain about whether Pittsburgh can build a competitive team around him.

Paul Skenes News / EssentiallySports / October 19

Paul Skenes’ Pirates Future Under Threat as Salary Concerns Raise Major Questions

With a generational talent like Paul Skenes, the Pirates face a $7.2M decision on their ace. It’s a question that has followed the ace since his sensational MLB debut.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 18

The Clock Is Now Ticking on the Pirates’ Current Core

The 2026 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates was full of extreme highs and lows. At times, the Pirates looked like a glimmering contender that was capable of sticking with the best in the National League, but for every one exciting win, it seemed like the Pirates experienced multiple soul-crushing losses that put them right back at square one.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 14

Twins Hire Brian Reith As Pitching Coach

The Twins announced Wednesday that they’ve named Brian Reith their new pitching coach, replacing Pete Maki, whose contract wasn’t renewed at season’s end.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 9

Pirates Promote Justin Newman To Director Of Amateur Scouting

When he met with reporters in late September, Pirates general manager Ben Cherington revealed that he planned to hire a full-time scouting director. Two weeks later, Cherington accomplished his goal.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 7

Pittsburgh Pirates Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / September 23

Brandon Lowe will be big test for how serious Pirates are about competing

If you are serious about winning, write the check. Find a way to get it done. Offer him something that persuades him from wanting to leave.

Cardinals ride 5 early runs to snap Pirates’ 5-game win streak

Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval

The 'MLB Home Run Derby winners' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / September 22

Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval

The Pittsburgh Pirates were buyers at the 2026 MLB trade deadline, adding several relievers in an attempt to make a playoff push. One of those relievers has been jettisoned from the roster.

Paul Skenes admits World Baseball Classic affected his season

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