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Pirates turn small-ball approach into 5-2 win over Giants

Six pitchers combined to allow two hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates were proficient at small ball on offense to pick up a 5-2 victory over the visiting San Francisco Giants on Thursday afternoon.

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Four Pirates Hitting Prospects Ending 2026 With Momentum

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates' minor league affiliates' seasons are coming to an end, with a few players standing out. Single-A Bradenton and High-A Greensboro are in their final series of the season, Double-A Altoona has two more series and Triple-A Indianapolis has three more series, with all teams nearing their final games.

Konnor Griffin News / Field Level Media / September 3

Pirates rookie SS Konnor Griffin eyes Friday return

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin is hoping to come off the 60-day injured list on Friday. Griffin, 20, has been sidelined since early July with an injury to the knuckle on his left ring finger, which was in a splint for about six weeks.

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The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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Kirby Yates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 3

Pirates Lose Kirby Yates to Injury

PITTSBURGH — Injuries have plagued the Pittsburgh Pirates, and they've now hurt an important part of their bullpen. The Pirates placed right-handed relief pitcher Kirby Yates on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to Aug.

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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 / September 3

Pirates Bring Back Rookie Pitcher For Giants Game

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates exhausted their bullpen in the first two games vs. the San Francisco Giants and added some much-needed help ahead of the next game.

Jose Herrera News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 3

What Pirates Are Getting in New Catcher Jose Herrera

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates realized they needed help at catcher and made sure they addressed it. The Pirates signed catcher Jose Herrera to a minor league deal and assigned him to Triple-A Indianapolis, per his transactions log .

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 3

Konnor Griffin Shows Pirates He's Ready for Return

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are close to getting shortstop Konnor Griffin back from injury, and he looks ready for a return. The Pirates rookie played his second game with Triple-A Indianapolis against Toledo (Detroit Tigers) on the road, with two hits in four at-bats and a walk in the 11-2 road loss on Sept.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 3

Pirates turn to bullpen in series finale vs. Giants

The Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday squandered a chance to make up ground in the race for a wild-card spot in the National League. They'll look to make the most of their opportunity on Thursday afternoon when they host the decisive contest of a three-game series with the San Francisco Giants.

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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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / September 3

Pirates made several roster moves to kick off September

The Pirates are making roster moves with one month left in the season. The Bucs recalled left-handed pitcher Brandon Eisert from Triple-A Indianapolis and selected the contract of catcher Christian Bethancourt from Indianapolis, adding him to both the 28-man roster and the 40-man roster.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 3

Pirates, Jose Herrera Agree To Minor League Contract

The Pirates are in agreement with catcher Jose Herrera on a minor league deal, according to the MLB.com transaction log. He’s been assigned to Triple-A Indianapolis.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / New Baseball Media / September 2

2026 MLB Draft Review: Pittsburgh Pirates

With a top-ten pick and two second-rounders, the Pirates had the chance to add significant talent this past July. Pittsburgh grabbed LSU outfielder Derek Curiel with the top pick, and followed him up with a first-round caliber talent in Aiden Ruiz and more college talent.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 2

Pirates Would Make Huge Mistake Shutting Down Paul Skenes

PITTSBURGH — It's been a rough year for Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes, and one that he's struggled in throughout. Skenes faltered again in his latest start vs.

Don Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 2

What Pirates' Don Kelly Must Do to Keep Job

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates are in familiar territory as they kick off the final full month of regular season action. Even after an impressive walk-off victory kept them within 5.0 games of the final Wild Card spot in the National League, the feeling in Pittsburgh is that postseason baseball is once again out of reach.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 2

3 Things Pirates Need to Fix Before Next Season

Barring a miracle turn of events, the Pittsburgh Pirates ' postseason drought will extend to 11 years. The Pirates had plenty of hope to make it back to October earlier in the summer, and the club was rather aggressive buyers at the trade deadline, bringing in four right-handed relievers to help supplement a struggling bullpen.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 2

Pirates Offense Crushes Awful Trend in Historic Win vs. Giants

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates hadn't found success throughout August, but started September doing everything they hadn't done before. The Pirates scored 13 runs against the San Francisco Giants in what was one of the wilder games of the season, just eeking out a 13-12 victory in the series opener at PNC Park on Sept.

Paul Skenes News / Just Baseball / September 2

Why Paul Skenes’ Criticism Is Still Being Misplaced

The beginning of Paul Skenes‘ career has been nothing short of tremendous. Prior to 2026, Skenes’ first two big-league campaigns were filled with accolades, including an NL Rookie of the Year Award, a Cy Young Award, and back-to-back All-Star Game starts.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 2

Pirates make history with massive inning in wild walk-off win vs. Giants

Before the Pittsburgh Pirates finished off a wild game against the San Francisco Giants with a walk-off win, they made franchise history in the third inning.

Pirates outlast Giants after blowing six-run lead

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 1

Pirates outlast Giants after blowing six-run lead

Brandon Lowe raced home from third base on a throwing error by substitute third baseman Osleivis Basabe with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning, allowing the Pittsburgh Pirates, after blowing a six-run lead, to outlast the visiting San Francisco Giants 13-12 on Tuesday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 2

Don't let Skenes' dud distract you from Webb's woes

Don't let Pirates ace Paul Skenes' dud distract you from Giants ace Logan Webb's woes

San Francisco Giants ace Logan Webb should thank Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes.

Pirates make history with massive inning in wild walk-off win vs. Giants

Pirates outlast Giants after blowing six-run lead

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Christian Bethancourt News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1

Pirates Select Christian Bethancourt

The Pirates have selected the contract of catcher Christian Bethancourt, per a team announcement. They also recalled southpaw Brandon Eisert. Catcher Endy Rodriguez, who recently underwent hip surgery, heads to the 60-day IL to open a 40-man roster spot for Bethancourt.