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MLB News / Fastball on SI / April 2
Konnor Griffin to Join Rare MLB Company With Juan Soto, Bryce Harper at 19
Things just got a whole lot more interesting in the National League Central. The Pittsburgh Pirates are 3-3 on the season so far, but boast one of the most intriguing young rosters in baseball, led by Paul Skenes, Bubba Chandler and Oneil Cruz, among others.
The 'Active MLB wins leaders' quiz
How many of the active pitchers to win at least 80 games can you name in five minutes?
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Konnor Griffin News / Yardbarker / April 2
Konnor Griffin News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 2
Pirates To Promote Konnor Griffin
The Pirates are calling up shortstop Konnor Griffin, the top prospect in all of baseball, to make his major league debut in tomorrow’s home opener, Pirates insider Jason Mackey reports.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 2
Pirates Have Big Advantage of MLB in 2026 Draft
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few months before the 2026 MLB Draft, but received some great news that will give them time to make some big decisions for their future.
Paul Skenes News / Fastball on SI / April 2
MLB’s Next Paul Skenes Might Already Be Dominating the AL
Major League Baseball has been very fortunate over the last few years with the emergence of the next generation of superstars in the starting rotation.
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.
Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 2
Pirates Reveal Starting Pitcher for Home Opener
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finally make it back home from a road trip to start the 2026 campaign and will have their first series at PNC Park, with the starting pitchers known as well.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 1
Buster Olney Provides Update on Pirates' Reported Contract Talks With Konnor Griffin
Over the past week, several franchises have been signing some of their top prospects to long-term deals. And the No. 1 prospect in all of baseball could be one of the next players to join that group, at least according to ESPN's Buster Olney.
Bubba Chandler News / Bucs Dugout / April 1
Pirates Bubba Chandler shows flashes of huge potential, need for pitch control in first outing 
The Pittsburgh Pirates have created their own pitching factory of flame-throwing arms, making an impact in the majors. The team that drafted Gerrit Cole, Jameson Taillon, Tyler Glasnow, Clay Holmes, and others is ushering in a new wave of stars.
Paul Skenes News / ESPN / April 1
Pirates' Skenes rebounds, limits Reds for first win
Reigning NL Cy Young winner Paul Skenes allowed one run in five innings and struck out five in the Pirates' 8-3 win over the Reds on Wednesday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / April 1
Game Recap: Cruz and Reynolds Power Pirates Past the Reds
The Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds played the rubber game of their three-game series on Wednesday afternoon. Paul Skenes aimed to rebound from his first start for Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 1
Pirates vs. Reds Takeaways: Offense Comes Alive in Series Win
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates struggled at the beginning of the 2026 season to produce from the plate, but finally showed they can get their offense going.
Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / April 1
Paul Skenes bounces back in Pirates' victory over Reds
Oneil Cruz homered for the second straight day and Paul Skenes bounced back from a rough season opener to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-3 win over the host Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday afternoon.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 1
Recent contract extensions may benefit Pirates' Konnor Griffin
The Milwaukee Brewers and Seattle Mariners were the two latest teams to dish out contract extensions to minor league players. The Brewers gave shortstop Cooper Pratt an eight-year, $50 million contract with two club options, while shortstop Colt Emerson of the Mariners got an eight-year, $95 million contract with a club option for a ninth year.
Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 1
Pirates Should Be Thrilled With Bubba Chandler's First Start
PITTSBURGH -- Bubba Chandler made his first start of the 2026 for the Pittsburgh Pirates, helping the team earn an 8-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / April 1
After ugly opener, Pirates' Paul Skenes tries to bounce back vs. Reds
Reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes will try to prove his first start of 2026 was an aberration when he takes the mound again on Wednesday afternoon against the host Cincinnati Reds.
Don Kelly News / Total Pro Sports / April 1
What Led To Don Kelly Ejection During The Pirates vs. Red Game? Here’s All You Need To Know
The Pittsburgh Pirates are hoping to take a big step forward this year after making several notable additions to their roster over the offseason. At the same time, manager Don Kelly is embarking on his first full season in charge of the team.
Oneil Cruz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 31
Pirates’ Oneil Cruz launches multiple bombs in win over Reds
The Pittsburgh Pirates aim to be competitive for this new campaign, and for what it’s worth, they have been holding their own to start things off in the early goings of the 2026 MLB regular season.
MLB News / Field Level Media / March 31
Pirates use the long ball to take down Reds
Oneil Cruz hit a pair of home runs and Ryan O'Hearn and Bryan Reynolds hit back-to-back home runs as the Pittsburgh Pirates' offense broke out during an 8-3 win over the host Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 31
Adapt or Die: The Pirates Must Be Proactive To Make Roster Changes
The Pittsburgh Pirates have had some very frustrating games early in the year. They’ve lost some very close contests. Multiple factors are at blame. Either too many walks, not enough offense, or not enough timely hitting has led to their current record.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 30
Reds' Chase Burns builds on last season's momentum in 2026 debut
Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns picked up where he left off during his first start of the 2026 season.
Oneil Cruz News / Larry Brown Sports / March 29
Oneil Cruz gets questioned for his defensive effort
Oneil Cruz was back in center field for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday, but his play there still raised a few concerns. Cruz caught a fly ball with a runner on first and one out in the second inning of Sunday’s game against the New York Mets at Citi Field in New York, N.Y.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 28
Dissecting what Pirates' Don Kelly, Paul Skenes said after poor Opening Day showing
Opening Day gave everyone a reason to look at Skenes a bit longer than necessary.
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