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Esmerlyn Valdez News / Bucs Dugout / July 31
Pirates Esmerlyn Valdez enters ROTY race 
The Pittsburgh Pirates signed Konnor Griffin to a franchise record contract at the beginning of this season, but it could be another Buccos rookie that ends up stealing the limelight.
Don Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 31
Pirates' Don Kelly Addresses Another Bizarre Pitching Decision
CINCINNATI — The Pittsburgh Pirates suffered another close defeat, but this one could've been avoided if manager Don Kelly didn't make one critical change.
Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / July 31
Paul Skenes, Pirates focused on Reds, not playoffs nor trade deadline
Paul Skenes says he does not know where the Pittsburgh Pirates stand in the National League wild-card race. And that's just how he wants it. The reigning National League Cy Young Award winner's start was pushed back a day, meaning he will pitch Friday when the visiting Pirates play the Cincinnati Reds in the second game of a four-game series.
The 'Home Run leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Jhostynxon Garcia News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 30
Pirates Putting Faith into Rookie Outfielder Ahead of Reds Series
CINCINNATI — The Pittsburgh Pirates start their next series against the Cincinnati Reds with one young player getting a chance to prove himself. The Pirates have rookie outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia batting ninth and playing in center field for the second straight game in their series opener vs.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / July 30
MLB insider reports Pirates expected to be aggressive at trading deadline
The MLB trade deadline is four days away, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are in desperate need of bullpen help. Everyone knows it. That’s not an industry secret that the 29 other teams are unaware of.
Dennis Santana News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 30
Pirates Explain Reasoning for Dennis Santana DFA
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made moves to fix their bullpen, and one of them came at the expense of one of their veterans. The Pirates designated
Dennis Santana News / Athlon Sports / July 30
Pirates Pitcher Makes Decision After Being Designated for Assignment
The Pittsburgh Pirates officially parted ways with reliever Dennis Santana after the veteran right-hander elected free agency. MLB insider Mark Feinsand reported Santana cleared waivers and declined an outright assignment to Triple-A Indianapolis following his designation for assignment last week.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 30
Pirates Slip in Wild Card Standings After Diamondbacks Series
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are fighting for a spot in the playoffs this season, but their most recent series vs. the Arizona Diamondbacks didn't help them in that regard.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / July 30
Pirates Named Favorites in Stunning Potential Trade Deadline Move
As the MLB trade deadline draws closer, the Pittsburgh Pirates have been linked to one of baseball’s most electric relief pitchers. According to MLB.com, the Pirates stand out as the surprising top potential destination for San Diego Padres closer Mason Miller, a move that would immediately strengthen an already talented pitching staff.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 30
Pirates need to feel right going into 4-game series at Reds
For all of their recent struggles, the Pittsburgh Pirates can take some solace that the next starter they face is right-handed. The Pirates open a four-game series against the host Cincinnati Reds and face starting pitcher Rhett Lowder -- a righty -- on Thursday after losing two straight and five of their last seven outings.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Dennis Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 29
Dennis Santana Elects Free Agency
Right-hander Dennis Santana has cleared waivers after being designated for assignment by the Pirates last week, reports Mark Feinsand of MLB.com. He has exercised his right to elect free agency.
Jared Jones News / Field Level Media / July 29
Pirates' Jared Jones eager to continue stellar July as D-backs await
The Arizona Diamondbacks and Pittsburgh Pirates are back where they started after splitting two extra-inning games this week. The Diamondbacks lead the Pirates by one game in the race for the final wild-card spot in the National League heading into the decisive contest of their three-game series in Pittsburgh on Wednesday afternoon.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Athlon Sports / July 28
Pirates Receive Esmeryn Valdez Update on Tuesday
The Pittsburgh Pirates avoided a potentially devastating injury Tuesday after imaging on rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez revealed no fracture in his left hand.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 27
Pirates Acquire Johnathan Rodríguez
The Pirates have acquired outfielder Johnathan Rodríguez from the Orioles, according to announcements from both clubs. Baltimore, who designated him for assignment a few days ago, receives cash considerations in return.
Jose Urquidy News / Yardbarker / July 26
White Sox acquire right-hander Jose Urquidy from Pirates
Just two days after being designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates on July 24, Urquidy has found a new home with the Chicago White Sox.
Khristian Curtis News / Just Baseball / July 25
From Surgery to the Show: Inside Khristian Curtis’ Journey to His Major League Debut
On July 18, the Pittsburgh Pirates saw one of their most intriguing pitching prospects step on a big league mound for the first time in the second game of a doubleheader versus the Cleveland Guardians.
Jared Jones News / Yardbarker / July 25
Pirates starter Jared Jones' July surge has made him a weapon in the rotation
Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Jared Jones' performance has surged in July, and he has become a dominant weapon in the rotation.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 24
Ron Marinaccio keeps knocking Dennis Santana off of MLB rosters
Dennis Santana has to be feeling a sense of deja vu right now. It is probably not a good feeling.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24
Pirates Designate José Urquidy For Assignment
The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of catcher Shawn Ross. Fellow catcher Rafael Flores has been placed on the seven-day concussion-related injured list.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 22
Max Fried dazzles in dominating return to Yankees rotation
The New York Yankees were 2-0 winners over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night, and the biggest driving force behind it was a dominant start from Max Fried in his return to the rotation for the first time in over two months.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23
Yankees IF Jose Caballero's antics in batter's box lead to another altercation
New York Yankees infielder Jose Caballero is not making any friends around Major League Baseball when it comes to both pitchers and umpires.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20
Pirates' Esmerlyn Valdez makes history in multiple ways with latest HR
Despite falling to secure a much-needed win on Monday night, a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates' red-hot offense made his rookie season historic in multiple ways.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 19
Surprise NL Central team expected to be aggressive ahead of trade deadline
With the Aug. 3rd MLB deadline rapidly approaching, teams will soon be figuring out whether to buy or sell. One somewhat surprising team is reportedly expected to be a buyer.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 17
Stats show why Pirates are one of the best offensive teams in MLB
While the Pittsburgh Pirates sit in fourth place in the NL Central this season, they are only one game behind the St. Louis Cardinals and have a record of 50-47.
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