Pittsburgh Pirates: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 15

New Pirates Prospect Suffers Injury in Winter Ball

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates added a top prospect in a big trade this offseason, that recently suffered a setback in their Winter League play. Jhostynxon García, who was recently playing in the Venezuelan Winter League, left his game on Dec.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 14

Pirates Should Trade for Cardinals All-Star

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need consistent, every day bats in their lineup and have targeted different players this offseason to fill that role.

Bryan Reynolds News / Bucs Dugout / December 14

Analyst looks back at Pirates’ Bryan Reynolds trade

It’s rare for the Pittsburgh Pirates to earn praise for a trade they made, but one deal agreed to nearly eight years ago still has an effect on the organization to this day.

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Jorge Polanco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 14

Pirates Free Agency Plans Endangered After Jorge Polanco News

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't landed their key free agent signing this offseason and they aren't any closer to doing so now then they were at the beginning.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 14

Livvy Dunne Reveals Pirates' Paul Skenes Christmas Ornament

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes had one of the best seasons in franchise history in 2025 and Livvy Dunne was there for most of it.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 14

Pirates Eyeing Trade for White Sox Outfielder

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't added a solid bat in free agency and will likely turn towards the trade market for those players. The Pirates have prospects and pitching talent that they could trade for that talent, which other MLB teams would find desirable and likely come as cheaper than through free agency.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 13

Pirates Showing Interest in Japanese Star Slugger

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need offense for next season and are looking for any place they can find it. The Pirates targeted National League MVP finalist Kyle Schwarber , who hit an NL-leading 56 home runs in 2025, and would automatically bolster their lineup.

Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12

Pirates' Bubba Chandler Placed in Exclusive Group

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Bubba Chandler has a bright future ahead of him and is gearing up for a big 2026 season. Pirates fans finally got to see Chandler make his mark at the major league level in 2025, spending the final month-and-a-half with the team.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12

Pirates Named Potential Trade Spot for Nationals Shortstop

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates could use a better bat in their lineup, as they head into a crucial 2026 campaign with a poor offense. Pittsburgh hasn't added a significant free agent so far, missing out on the likes of Kyle Schwarber and Josh Naylor, both of whom bring power and prestige to any lineup.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12

Pirates Could Likely Land This Free Agent Slugger

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need additions to their lineup for the 2026 season and ones they can rely on throughout the campaign. Pittsburgh just finished the Winter Meetings down in Orlando, Fla.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12

Insider Slams Pirates for Essentially Faking Free Agency

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates just ended their time at the Winter Meetings in Orlando, Fla., but still haven't made a big free agent signing this offseason.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 12

Pirates Release 2026 Promotions Schedule at PNC Park

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into a 2026 season where they've finally announced what special events they'll host and items they'll give away for fans.

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Ronny Simon News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11

Pirates Re-Sign Ronny Simon To Minor League Deal

The Pirates brought back Ronny Simon on a minor league contract, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction log. Pittsburgh had non-tendered the rookie at the end of the season to drop him from their 40-man roster.

Colin Holderman News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 11

Guardians To Sign Colin Holderman

The Guardians and right-hander Colin Holderman are in agreement on a one-year deal, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. The ACES client will make $1.5MM, reports Zack Meisel of The Athletic.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 11

Pirates Lose Crucial Member of Pitching Staff

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates saw another important part of their front office depart for a new job elsewhere. Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that Jeremy Bleich, the Pirates director of pitching development, was leaving for a new position as the assistant general manager of the Arizona Diamondbacks on Dec.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 11

Pirates GM Discusses Potential Konnor Griffin Extension

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have the best prospect in baseball in Konnor Griffin, who heads into a crucial 2026 season with great expectations on him.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / December 11

Getting To Know the Pirates’ Latest 40-Man Additions

Back in mid-November, the Pittsburgh Pirates began their preparations for this year’s Rule 5 draft by protecting seven players. In all honesty, the Pirates had many players who deserved serious consideration for a 40-man spot, but not many anticipated seven protections.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / December 10

Pirates 'In On' Free Agents; Here’s the Reality About How Serious They Are

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been connected to numerous free agents in what is described as a different kind of offseason. General manager Ben Cherington is on record as saying he has more payroll flexibility this offseason than he’s ever had as Pirates GM.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / December 10

Report: Pirates Pivot from Adding Hitting, Sign All-Star Relief Pitcher

The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed left-handed relief pitcher Gregory Soto to a one-year contract worth $7.75 million. Jorge Castillo of ESPN first broke the story.

Gregory Soto News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 9

What will reliever Gregory Soto bring to the Pirates?

The Pirates are expected to sign reliever Gregory Soto.

Mets set one condition to re-sign Pete Alonso

Pete Alonso has significant demand, and his price tag 'likely' increased

Dodgers finally find their closer with Edwin Diaz signing

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MLB News / Yardbarker / December 9

Pressure is on Pirates after Kyle Schwarber flirtation

Pressure is on Pirates to make meaningful move after Kyle Schwarber flirtation

All their flirtation with Schwarber should have done was raise the bar for them to do something meaningful this offseason.

Kyle Schwarber sets tone of Winter Meetings by re-joining Phillies

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / December 9

Pittsburgh Pirates 2025-26 Offseason Wishlist

Following yet another 90-loss season for the Pittsburgh Pirates, the club enters the offseason with a long list of areas it needs to address. With the disappointing lack of urgency shown by the front office last winter, fans can only hope this offseason will be a different story.

MLB News / Yardbarker / December 7