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Pirates vs. Cubs Probable Starting Pitchers – May 10

The Pittsburgh Pirates (17-21) and the Chicago Cubs (22-16) face off at PNC Park on Friday at 6:40 PM ET, starting a three-game series. The Pirates will look to Jared Jones (2-3) against the Cubs and Javier Assad (3-0).

Nick Gonzales News / Bucs Dugout / 16 minutes ago

Pirates set to recall red-hot Nick Gonzales from Triple-A

Gonzo returns to MLB after slashing .358/.431/.608 through 30 games in Indianapolis. Paul Skenes isn’t the only one coming to Pittsburgh this weekend.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 minute ago

Pirates Prospect Watch: Keiner Delgado Continues to Crush, Bae Has Huge Game

Pirates’ minor league affiliates picked up two wins on Thursday night, with Keiner Delgado hitting his third home run in four games since Pittsburgh acquired him from the New York Yankees via trade.

Ji-Hwan Bae News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / 9 hours ago

Minor-league report: Bae drives in five for Indianapolis

A look at Thursday's minor-league action within the Pirates' system ... INDIANAPOLIS (17-16) beat Louisville, 9-6. On the day when Nick Gonzales earned the call up to the Pirates, Ji-Hwan Bae delivered a five-RBI night for the Indians.

Nick Gonzales News / Last Word On Sports / 9 hours ago

Pirates Call Up Former No. 1 Draft Choice to Help Offense

The Pittsburgh Pirates will call up second baseman Nick Gonzales in time for Friday’s home game against the Chicago Cubs. Gonzales, the Pirates’ No. 1 pick in the 2020 MLB June Amateur Draft, will be expected to immediately improve their struggling offense.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 22 minutes ago

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Chicago Cubs Series May 10-12: Odds, Starting Pitchers & Predictions

On Friday, May 10 at 6:40 PM ET, a three-game series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the visiting Chicago Cubs will get underway. Pirates vs. Cubs Series Info Cubs @ Pirates Time: Friday, May 10 at 6:40 PM ET Pirates Starting Pitcher: Jared Jones Cubs Starting Pitcher: Jameson Taillon TV Channel: SportsNet PT Livestream: Fubo […]

Nick Gonzales News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago

Pirates to Recall Nick Gonzales

Amidst a hot start to the season, the Pittsburgh Pirates are recalling infielder Nick Gonzales from Triple-A Indianapolis, a source told Pittsburgh Baseball Now.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 1 hour ago

One Clear-Cut Comparison for Paul Skenes

As Paul Skenes gears up for his widely-anticipated debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates, it’s easy to draw parallels with Gerrit Cole. Both right-handed pitchers were drafted out of college with the first pick by the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 5 hours ago

Yasmani Grandal Dishes on Paul Skenes

Paul Skenes has certainly earned his promotion to the major leagues. His statistics are proof of that. The Pirates plan to call the big right-hander up from Triple-A Indianapolis on Saturday.

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'No. 1 overall pick in the MLB Draft' quiz

MLB has been holding its annual draft since 1965. Over that period, many of the No. 1 overall selections have gone on to have illustrious careers, while others have been complete busts. How many of them can you name in six minutes?

Pirates announce date for 2023 No. 1 overall pick's MLB debut

Pittsburgh Pirates News / CBSSports.com / 2 hours ago