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PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates are desperately trying to stay afloat through a rough stretch of the summer. A hot start had the entire organization and city hopeful for their 2026 results, but with a record of 39-40 and the halfway point of the regular season here, the Pirates have serious work to do.

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Pirates Ryan O’Hearn remains under the radar from national spotlight

The Pittsburgh Pirates made waves in the offseason when they signed Ryan O’Hearn to a 2-year $29 million contract in January. That signing was the largest ever handed out to a free-agent hitter in franchise history and was the first free-agent signed to a multi year contract by the club in a decade.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 24

Pirates Explain Confusing Konnor Griffin Injury Decision

PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin is getting closer to returning from injury for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but some fans wondered why he couldn't at least do other parts of his game.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 24

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Young Sinks the Pirates, Reynolds Extends Streak to 28, & More

The Pittsburgh Pirates now hold a 39-40 record following a narrow series-opening loss at home. Over the last 24 hours, the club dropped a tight decision to the Seattle Mariners.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 24

Pirates star Konnor Griffin to begin rehab assignment on Wednesday

Konnor Griffin is nearing a return to the Pirates’ infield. The former No. 1 prospect and 20-year-old shortstop sensation will begin a rehab assignment in Double-A with the Altoona Curve beginning on Wednesday.

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25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 23

Pirates Confirm Jared Jones Injury, Return Still a Mystery

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are being careful with right-handed starting pitcher Jared Jones, but they now know what he's dealing with. Pirates senior director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk confirmed that Jones suffered a contusion in his right elbow, after taking a line drive off it in the third inning of his last start vs.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 23

Konnor Griffin Gets Closer to Pirates Return

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have missed Konnor Griffin's play in June, but he is taking a big step to coming back. Griffin will start a rehab assignment with Double-A Altoona on June 24, per Pirates manager Don Kelly.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / June 23

The Pirates Need Bullpen Help As Soon As Possible

Over the last few years, the main focus surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates has routinely been their lack of offense — and it’s been for good reason. With the club routinely ranking near the bottom of the sport in every category like clockwork, it’s easy to understand why this was such a big focal point for the concern surrounding this team.

Joey Bart News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 22

Pirates Address Reason Behind Joey Bart Trade

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made the decision to move on from a catcher who played an important role this season in their first big trade. The Pirates traded catcher Joey Bart to the Atlanta Braves on June 18, bringing back former Pirates right-handed relief pitcher Hunter Stratton in return, who the Braves designated for assignment prior.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 22

Paul Skenes is Exposing Pirates Biggest Flaw

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates have a huge issue plaguing their team, and that problem revolves around franchise superstar and anchor, Paul Skenes.

Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 22

Pirates Get Great Injury News on Jared Jones

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates feared they may not have Jared Jones for the forseeable future, but they ended getting much better news than expected.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

Jared Jones News / Athlon Sports / June 21

Pirates Share Update on Jared Jones After Scary Exit

The Pittsburgh Pirates had an injury scare during Sunday’s 8-6 win over the Colorado Rockies. In his fifth start back from the injured list, Jared Jones exited early after being hit by a line drive on his surgically repaired right elbow.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 21

Pirates build big lead, survive late Rockies rally

Bryan Reynolds and Nick Gonzales homered and finished with two hits each, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Colorado Rockies 8-6 in Denver on Sunday.

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Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / June 21

Pirates GM Reveals Exciting Konnor Griffin News After 18 Missed Games

Pittsburgh Pirates fans received a great update on the condition of their young shortstop Konnor Griffin. The 20-year-old has not played a game for Pittsburgh since May 31 after going down to the 10-day injured list with a right elbow strain.

Don Kelly News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 21

Pirates’ Don Kelly gets 100% real on controversial call that ended Rockies game

The Pittsburgh Pirates lost another heartbreaker on Saturday night at Coors Field, to the Colorado Rockies. Down one run in the ninth, the Pirates had the bases loaded but couldn’t advance the runners.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / June 21

Pirates going through familiar story by wasting Paul Skenes' starts

Paul Skenes gives the Pittsburgh Pirates their best chance to win when he takes the mound. However, that has not been the case over his last seven appearances.

Paul Skenes gives up leadoff inside-the-park home run

Pirates manager charges umpires after controversial finish vs. Rockies

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Seth Hernandez News / Inside The Diamonds / June 21

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Lose as Umpires Interfered Late, Seth Hernandez Fans Eight, and More

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 38-39 record and sit fourth in the National League Central. In the last 24 hours, the team narrowly lost 2-1 to the Colorado Rockies.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21

Pirates manager charges umpires after controversial finish vs. Rockies

The Pittsburgh Pirates had a game-tying RBI taken away in crushing fashion Saturday night against the Colorado Rockies. The Pirates trailed the Rockies 2-1 in the top of the 9th inning at Coors Field in Denver, Colo.

Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / June 20

Paul Skenes gives up leadoff inside-the-park home run

Paul Skenes could only watch in horror Saturday as the first batter he faced raced all the way to home plate. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace was behind 2-1 to Colorado Rockies leadoff hitter Jake McCarthy in the bottom of the 1st inning at Coors Field in Denver, Colo.