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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 24

What Pirates' Nick Yorke Spring Usage Says About His 2026 Role

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a lot of infield options for 2026 and one of them is prospect Nick Yorke. Yorke can feature in multiple roles across the infield and even in both corner outfield spots if needed, giving the Pirates a utility player that they can put where needed, which they've done so far in Spring Training.

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Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 24

Pirates Give Encouraging Injury News on Jared Jones

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Jared Jones is working back from a serious injury, but is doing what's needed to get back on the mound on time.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 24

Pirates Reliever Getting Another Shot as Starting Pitcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have most of their starting rotation settled, but there is one pitcher that could look to get himself there. Right-handed pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski will start for the Pirates in their next Grapefruit League game, as they travel to take on the Boston Red Sox at JetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Fla.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 24

Why the Pirates' Catcher Battle Isn't as Open as It Looks

On paper, the Pittsburgh Pirates seem to have a logjam at catcher. Four players with legitimate claims to playing time reported to camp this spring. The competition, by all accounts, appears wide open.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23

Bryce Harper has praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

Phillies' Bryce Harper has high praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

A former MVP who knows something about starting a career with high expectations added to the hype around Pittsburgh Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 23

Pirates Non-Roster Invitee May Surprise Again

Pittsburgh Pirates non-roster spring training invitee Alika Williams seemingly has more baseball lives than a cat. Williams didn’t play in the major leagues in 2025 and was released by the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians on January 16.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 23

Pirates could get pitcher Jared Jones back sooner than expected

The Pittsburgh Pirates' already formidable rotation could get even stronger by the end of May.

Pirates Sign Carson Fulmer To Minor League Deal

Former Pirates star Andrew McCutchen has had an underrated career

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Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 23

Bubba Chandler Struggles as Pirates Lose to Yankees

PITTSBURGH — Top pitching prospect Bubba Chandler didn't have the first Spring Training start he wanted for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Chandler gave up four earned runs over 1.2 innings pitched in a 6-2 loss to the New York Yankees at LECOM Park in Bradenton, serving as the first defeat for the Pirates in the Grapefruit League.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 23

The Non-Obvious Pirates Player Who Has Real Roster Leverage

The Pittsburgh Pirates reported to spring training with most bullpen spots spoken for at the top. Dennis Santana will again lock down the ninth. Gregory Soto slots in as the left-handed setup man, while Isaac Mattson will likely take that role as righty.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 23

Pirates Relief Pitcher Missing Start of Season With Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have only just begun Spring Training, but won't have one of their relief pitchers for the foreseeable future. Pirates

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Carson Fulmer News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 23

Pirates Sign Carson Fulmer To Minor League Deal

The Pirates have signed right-hander Carson Fulmer to a minor league contract, reports Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Fulmer, a client of Icon Sports Management, receives an invite to big league spring training and has already arrived at Pirates camp.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 23

Pirates' Paul Skenes First Spring Training Start Revealed

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitcher Paul Skenes has a long season ahead of him and will finally take the mound for the first time in 2026 against an opposing team.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 23

Pirates' Konnor Griffin Earns Praise From NL MVP

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin is the consensus top prospect in all of baseball and players across the league are catching on to the 19-year old's talent.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 23

The Pirates’ best mid-season addition is already in the organization

The Pittsburgh Pirates are (hopefully) going to be contenders this year. They’ve added multiple MLB-proven hitters this past offseason to help support their strong pitching staff.

Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 22

Paul Skenes among MLB stars to rep Team USA after men’s hockey gold medal

The 2026 Winter Olympics turned out to be a very special one for Team USA men’s hockey. Team USA defeated Canada on Sunday, to win the gold medal for the first time since 1980.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 22

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ most interesting non-top 30 prospect

The Pittsburgh Pirates have a very stacked farm system. Baseball America ranked their system as the best in baseball. MLB Pipeline’s poll showed that baseball executives see the Pirates’ system as the most underrated.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Total Pro Sports / February 22

'I See Landmines All Over The Field' – MLB Analyst Expects Pirates To Struggle Defensively

The 2025 campaign was another uninspiring season for the Pittsburgh Pirates. They ended the year on a 71-91 record to take fifth place in the National League Central for a second straight year.

Jack Suwinski News / The Forkball / February 21

Dodgers Claim Jack Suwinski Off Waivers After Pirates DFA

The Los Angeles Dodgers have claimed outfielder Jack Suwinski off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates, adding a left-handed power bat with upside but recent struggles.

Rob Manfred News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 21

Rob Manfred releases statement after passing of Pirates legend Bill Mazeroski

Bill Mazeroski, the Pittsburgh Pirates icon and Hall of Fame second baseman, is being remembered across Major League Baseball following his passing at age 89 on Friday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / February 21

Bill Mazeroski, hero of Pirates' 1960 World Series win, dies at 89

Bill Mazeroski, a defensive-minded second baseman whose home run ended the 1960 World Seres, died at age 89. The Hall of Famer's death was announced Saturday by the Pittsburgh Pirates, the only team he played for in his 17 seasons in the major leagues.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21

Baseball Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski dies at 89

Bill Mazeroski, the Pittsburgh Pirates legend and National Baseball Hall of Famer renowned for his dramatic walk-off home run that clinched the 1960 World Series, has died at the age of 89.

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