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Livvy Dunne Reveals the First Thing Paul Skenes Said After Her SI Swimsuit Release

Livvy Dunne Reveals the First Thing Paul Skenes Said After Her SI Swimsuit Release

While Livvy Dunne grabbed the spotlight with another SI Swimsuit release, she revealed how her boyfriend, Paul Skenes, keeps proving he is her biggest supporter.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / May 16

Pirates offense has been red hot to start the season

The Pittsburgh Pirates are 24-21 to start the season and everyone thought the pitching would be the true calling card for the Buccos, but it has been the offense stealing the show.  The Pirates offense is averaging five runs per game so far.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 16
The Brandon Lowe acquisition is paying off for the Pirates

The Brandon Lowe acquisition is paying off for the Pirates

Back in December 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates acquired Brandon Lowe in a blockbuster three-team trade, and it's panning out to be the best trade of the offseason for them.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 16

Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/16/2026

The Pirates hold a 24-21 record following a highly contested 11-9 loss in 10 innings to the Phillies. Surrendering a late five-run lead at PNC Park marks the fourth time this season.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 16
Pirates Injured Duo Getting Closer to Return

Pirates Injured Duo Getting Closer to Return

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have missed the services of two older players, but should get them back in the near future. Pirates senior director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk said that both outfielder Jake Mangum and right-handed relief pitcher Chris Devenski resumed baseball activities following their recent injuries.

MLB News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 16
Pirates' Paul Skenes Shows Trust Level in Henry Davis

Pirates' Paul Skenes Shows Trust Level in Henry Davis

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Paul Skenes may just be the best there is on the mound in baseball, but he doesn't excel alone.

Seth Hernandez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 16
Pirates Top Pitching Prospect Excels in High-A Debut

Pirates Top Pitching Prospect Excels in High-A Debut

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some great pitchers in the major leagues, but one player is quickly showing that it won't be too long before he's up there as well.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 16
Pirates Must Fix Bullpen Issues Before It's Too Late

Pirates Must Fix Bullpen Issues Before It's Too Late

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't gotten the efficiency needed from the bullpen and that came to the forefront of their most recent defeat. The

Seth Hernandez News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 15
Pirates Top Prospect Seth Hernandez Dazzles in First High-A Start

Pirates Top Prospect Seth Hernandez Dazzles in First High-A Start

Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitching prospect Seth Hernandez recently became the top-ranked minor leaguer in the organization's farm system—and he showed exactly why he's so highly touted in his first High-A start.

Brandon Lowe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Pirates’ Brandon Lowe doubles down on home runs in Keystone State clash vs. Phillies

Pirates’ Brandon Lowe doubles down on home runs in Keystone State clash vs. Phillies

Brandon Lowe was explosive with his at-bat appearances during the Pittsburgh Pirates’ clash with the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night. Lowe is going through the ninth season of his MLB career, his first with the Pirates.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 16
Kyle Schwarber reaches historic pace after two-homer game

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber reaches historic pace after two-homer game

A day after extending his major league-lead in home runs, Kyle Schwarber blasts two more to reach a major milestone and set an historic pace. 

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MLB News / Yardbarker / May 15
Last year's David Bednar trade is going to haunt the 2026 Pirates

Last year's David Bednar trade is going to haunt the 2026 Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen had another meltdown on Friday night.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15
Pirates Put Cone to Use on Latest Home Run

Pirates Put Cone to Use on Latest Home Run

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have used their traffic cone as a rallying call this season and aren't afraid to get creative with it. Pirates designated

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15
Pirates Keeping Faith in Young Catcher Before Phillies Game

Pirates Keeping Faith in Young Catcher Before Phillies Game

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a big series against one of their main rivals and they'll stick by a catcher who could become a solution to one of their main problems.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Pirates’ Konnor Griffin draws honest truth bomb from Paul Skenes

Pirates’ Konnor Griffin draws honest truth bomb from Paul Skenes

Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes continues to perform at an elite level, and he has more help this season. MLB’s top prospect Konnor Griffin was promoted to the big leagues earlier in the year.

Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15
Pirates Slugger Finds His Power Again

Pirates Slugger Finds His Power Again

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a number of great power hitters in their lineup this season, but one of their better players had some struggles lately.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15
Pirates’ Paul Skenes makes hilariously real Shohei Ohtani admission

Pirates’ Paul Skenes makes hilariously real Shohei Ohtani admission

Shohei Ohtani is one of the best players in MLB. While Ohtani has not hit quite as well in 2026, he is still one of the best pitchers in the game. Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes is happy that he does not have to face the Los Angeles Dodgers star as a hitter, something he said on The Pat McAfee Show.

Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / May 15
Paul Skenes Is Quietly Having His Best Start in 2026 – Fantasy Managers Aren't Fully Awake

Paul Skenes Is Quietly Having His Best Start in 2026 – Fantasy Managers Aren't Fully Awake

Paul Skenes looked broken for about 20 minutes on Opening Day, and a lot of fantasy managers made up their minds right there. Since then, he’s been exactly what you drafted him to be: a frontline monster quietly putting up his best stretch yet while everyone still cracks jokes about a 67.50 ERA that hasn’t mattered in weeks.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / May 15
5 Greatest Pittsburgh Pirates Pitchers of All Time

5 Greatest Pittsburgh Pirates Pitchers of All Time

Few lists are tougher to put together than that of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ top five pitchers in history. The list is loaded with similar pitchers with similar totals from similar eras.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / May 15
5 Greatest Pittsburgh Pirates Hitters of All Time

5 Greatest Pittsburgh Pirates Hitters of All Time

The state of Oklahoma has never had and probably will never have a Major League Baseball team. Allegiances range from the Royals and Cardinals to the Rangers and Rockies, most commonly.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 15

Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/15/2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 24-20 record following a successful series opening at home. In the last day, the club won a series against the Colorado Rockies.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 14
Ryan O’Hearn helps Pirates slay Rockies

Ryan O’Hearn helps Pirates slay Rockies

Ryan O'Hearn homered and finished with three hits and two RBI to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-2 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday afternoon.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 14

Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/14/2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 23-20 record and sit four games back in the National League Central. Over the last 24 hours, the club split the first two games of their series against Colorado.

Brandan Bidois News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 12
Pirates Recall Brandan Bidois For MLB Debut

Pirates Recall Brandan Bidois For MLB Debut

The Pirates have recalled right-hander Brandan Bidois from Triple-A Indianapolis and optioned righty Cam Sanders back to Indy in his place. Bidois was already on the 40-man roster, so no corresponding moves are necessary.

Ryan Harbin News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 11
Pirates Re-Sign Ryan Harbin To Minor League Deal

Pirates Re-Sign Ryan Harbin To Minor League Deal

The Pirates have re-signed right-hander Ryan Harbin to a minor league deal, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He has been assigned to Triple-A Indianapolis but likely won’t appear in a game for that club immediately due to injury.

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