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Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/21/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 25-24 record and sit fifth in the NL Central standings. Over the last 24 hours, the club ended a frustrating four-game losing streak.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 21
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Getting Even Better in May
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin is still adjusting to the major leagues as a rookie, but he's showing great improvements early on in 2026.
The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz
How many ERA leaders from both leagues since the 2003 season can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 21
After ending skid, Pirates look to build on win against Cardinals
After ending a four-game skid on Wednesday, the Pittsburgh Pirates are now looking to take their midweek series against the Cardinals outright in the decisive game on Thursday in St.
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.
MLB News / Sport Relay / May 20
Pirates Shut Out Cardinals 
The Pittsburgh Pirates evened the series with a decisive 7–0 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night. Pittsburgh collected 15 hits, controlled the game from the mound, and broke it open with a four‑run eighth inning.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / May 20
Carmen Mlodzinski gets plenty of support as Pirates shut out Cardinals
The Pittsburgh Pirates got a home run from Spencer Horwitz as they emphatically snapped their four-game losing streak with a 7-0 win over the host St. Louis Cardinals on Wednesday night.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 20
Pirates Getting Jared Triolo Work In Right Field
Pirates utilityman Jared Triolo is on the roster largely because of his defensive versatility and aptitude around the infield. He’s seen time at all four infield spots over the years and is generally regarded as a quality defender.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Make Big Outfield Adjustment Before Cardinals Game
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are figuring out new ways to configure their outfield and have a new trio ahead of their upcoming game. Rookie Jhostynxon Garcia will start in center field for the Pirates against the St.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Should Sign Former Twins Underrated Pitcher
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need someone to help their bullpen out this season and one external addition could make a big difference. The Minnesota
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / May 20
Pirates have the most extra inning losses in MLB
On Tuesday night, the Pittsburgh Pirates fell to the St.Louis Cardinals 9-6 in 10 innings. That was the ninth extra inning game of the season for the Pirates, which is second in the league right behind the New York Mets, who have 10.
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.
Isaac Mattson News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Sending Down Struggling Relief Pitcher
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had some serious issues with their bullpen this season and made a tough roster decision on one of their relievers.
Wilber Dotel News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Bringing Back Exciting Pitching Prospect
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are doing anything they can to get consistency from their bullpen and are turning back to a young prospect. The Pirates are recalling right-handed pitcher Wilber Dotel from Triple-A Indianapolis ahead of their next game vs.
Marcell Ozuna News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Slugger Re-Enters Slump
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a mostly solid lineup this season, but one player hasn't lived up to expectations so far. Designated hitter Marcell Ozuna hasn't had a great season for the Pirates and it came out in a bad way in the 9-6 loss to the St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 20
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/20/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 24-24 record after a heartbreaking extra-innings loss in St. Louis. The club saw their losing streak reach four games Tuesday night following a back-and-forth 9-6 defeat to the Cardinals.
MLB News / Total Pro Sports / May 20
Pirates vs. Cardinals Game 2: Preview & Starting Pitchers – May 20
Pirates vs. Cardinals: The Pittsburgh Pirates resume their three-game series on the road against division rivals, the St. Louis Cardinals, on Wednesday evening.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Pitching Prospect That's Flying Under the Radar
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a plethora of talented prospects in their farm system , including those just starting to find their place as professionals.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Bullpen is in Dangerous Spot
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates needed a good showing from their bullpen after coming back to take the lead vs. the St. Louis Cardinals, but didn't get that all.
Jhostynxon Garcia News / ESPN / May 19
Pirates recall prospect Garcia to boost outfield
The Pirates recalled outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia from Triple-A Indianapolis on Tuesday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / May 19
Pirates Recall Top Prospect Outfielder From Triple-A
The Pittsburgh Pirates are turning to one of their top prospects for outfield help after losing Ryan O’Hearn to the injured list. Prior to Tuesday’s series opener in St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 18
Password accepted: Pirates call up outfielder in wake of Ryan O’Hearn injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates found themselves in need of another outfielder following a weekend sweep by the Philadelphia Phillies. Right fielder Ryan O'Hearn
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18
Pirates to promote Jhostynxon García
The Pirates are set to recall outfielder Jhostynxon García from Triple-A Indianapolis, reports Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The Bucs are off today, so the move won’t be official until tomorrow’s road date with the division-rival Cardinals in St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / May 17
Pirates place Ryan O'Hearn on IL, activate Jake Mangum
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed right fielder/first baseman Ryan O'Hearn on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a right quad strain. Outfielder Jake Mangum was reinstated from the 10-day injured list to replace O'Hearn on the 26-man roster.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 17
Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn to miss time due to injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates will be without one of their best hitters for some time.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 17
Pirates Place Ryan O’Hearn On 10-Day Injured List
The Pirates announced that first baseman/right fielder Ryan O’Hearn has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a right quad strain. Outfielder Jake Mangum was activated from the 10-day IL in the corresponding move, and Mangum will take O’Hearn’s spot on the 26-man roster.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 16
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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