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Pirates' Paul Skenes Adds Another Insane Milestone

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Paul Skenes has set a number of impressive stats and achievements in his young career, doing so again in his most recent outing.

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Pirates Place Rookie Utility Man on Waivers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates recently made a slew of roster transactions, including placing a player on waivers. The Pirates announced that they selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Yohan Ramírez on July 11.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / July 11

Pirates Make Historic Paul Skenes Announcement During Twins Game

Right-handed starting pitcher Paul Skenes is in his second major-league season as a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The first overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft got off to an incredible start to his career last season, immediately establishing himself as the Pirates’ ace.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 11

Pirates Struggle Offensively Again, Lose vs. Twins

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates hit poorly once again, as they dropped a 2-1 contest in the series opener vs. the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. The Pirates have lost all seven games on their road trip so far, suffering sweeps vs.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / July 11

Pirates Option Triolo, Add Pitcher Ramírez, DFA Fan Favorite Gorski

The Pittsburgh Pirates have optioned infielder Jared Triolo to Triple-A Indianapolis and selected the contract of pitcher Yohan Ramírez. To make room for Ramírez on the 40-man roster, outfielder/first baseman Matt Gorski was designated for assignment.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 11

Pirates' Paul Skenes Takes Mound vs. Twins

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Paul Skenes embarks on his final outing before the All-Star break, facing off against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 11

Pirates Bring Up New Relief Pitcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have brought up a new relief pitcher, which brings back their bullpen to full capacity. The Pirates announced that they selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Yohan Ramírez from Triple-A Indianapolis.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 11

Pirates Send Gold Glove Winner to Minors

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a flurry of moves, including sending one of their best fielders down to the minors. The Pirates announced that they optioned infielder Jared Triolo to Triple-A Indianapolis, as they selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Yohan Ramírez.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 11

Pirates Could Trade Starting Pitcher to Blue Jays

PITTSBURGH —The Pittsburgh Pirates have the MLB trade deadline coming up in three weeks and may move one of their starting pitchers to an American League team.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 11

Pirates Announce Next Paul Skenes Start

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes takes the mound one more time before the All-Star break. Skenes will start in the series opener vs.

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Superstar athletes whose careers ended with a whimper

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MLB News / Field Level Media / July 11

Up-and-down Pirates visit Twins, seek to end skid

The Pittsburgh Pirates might want to avoid the Mall of America during their visit to Minnesota. They've experienced enough roller-coaster rides as of late.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 11

Pirates' Bubba Chandler Continues Great Form

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitching prospect Bubba Chandler continues his impressive form over his last few outings, showing why scouts view him so highly.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 10

10 greatest Pittsburgh Pirates players of all time, ranked

The Pittsburgh Pirates are one of the most historic franchises in Major League Baseball. They have been competing in the National League since 1887 and they actually played five seasons in the American Association before that.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 10

Pirates Named Big Sellers at Trade Deadline

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't made any serious trades yet in 2025, but with the MLB trade deadline at the end of the month, one MLB analyst sees them sending off some of their best talent.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 10

Pirates rumors: Jon Heyman names Pittsburgh as biggest trade deadline seller

The Pittsburgh Pirates have lost their last six games heading into their final series before the All-Star break. Pittsburgh has fired their manager and done everything they can do save their season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 10

Pirates’ Paul Skenes Reacts to Oneil Cruz Derby News

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz will participate in the Home Run Derby during All-Star week and teammate, right-handed pitcher Paul Skenes, is ecstatic.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 10

Pirates Announce Replacement Plan for Bucco Bricks

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finally have a plan for what they'll do with the Bucco Bricks program going forward. Alex Stumpf of MLB.com shared a press release from the Pirates announcing their plan for replacing the Bucco Bricks, using a bronze plaques on the facade of PNC Park, adorning the original messages.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 10

Pirates Receive Poor Midseason Grade from ESPN

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't had a great season at all in 2025, ranking among the worst in baseball. The Pirates are 38-56 overall, 17.0

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / July 10

2025 MLB Draft Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates

Heading into Draft Day, the Pittsburgh Pirates will be a team to keep a close eye on. While they currently sit at just 38-55 this season (as of July 9), the team possesses some of the best young talent in the sport, including Paul Skenes, Bubba Chandler, and Oneil Cruz, among others.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 11

Three potential landing spots for Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds

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Tanner Rainey News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9

Pirates release righty reliever

The Pirates have released right-hander Tanner Rainey, per the MiLB.com transaction log. He’d been in Pittsburgh’s bullpen earlier this season but had more recently been pitching in Triple-A Indianapolis after being designated for assignment, passed through waivers and re-signed on a new minor league contract.

Jack Suwinski News / Last Word On Sports / July 8

Pirates Recall Jack Suwinski to Aid Sputtering Offense

The Pittsburgh Pirates have recalled left-handed-hitting outfielder Jack Suwinski for Tuesday’s game in Kansas City against the Royals. Sharp-eyed reporter Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette noticed that Suwinski had a locker in KC and was the first to report this salient tidbit.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 8

Why Pirates star Oneil Cruz will be a must-watch player in HR Derby

Pittsburgh fans now have another player to watch during MLB All-Star Week.

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Pirates make MLB history after getting swept by Mariners

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 6

Pirates make MLB history after getting swept by Mariners

The Pittsburgh Pirates were swept by the Seattle Mariners over the weekend after their bats went completely cold, and they made some unique history in the process.

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Bryan Reynolds News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6

Details on Bryan Reynolds' limited no-trade protection

The Pirates appear to be open for business regarding trade talks for most of their roster (sans Paul Skenes) this summer. In a trade market without many quality bats available, that could make two-time All-Star Bryan Reynolds a particularly intriguing commodity for some teams.