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MLB News / Yardbarker / April 3
Pirates' Konnor Griffin makes immediate impact in MLB debut
The Pittsburgh Pirates got a glimpse of their future on Friday afternoon, and they had to like what they saw. Not only for their future, but also for their present.
The 'Active MLB wins leaders' quiz
How many of the active pitchers to win at least 80 games can you name in five minutes?
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 3
Pirates vs. Orioles: The Highly Anticipated Home Opener Series
All eyes in the baseball world are on the Pittsburgh Pirates. For the first time in what feels like an eternity, it's for a positive reason. That's because the unanimous top prospect in baseball, Konnor Griffin , is set to make his Major League debut at PNC Park for the Pirates (3-3) home opener against the Baltimore Orioles (3-3).
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Enmanuel Valdez News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 3
Pirates Designate Enmanuel Valdez For Assignment
The Pirates have designated infielder Enmanuel Valdez for assignment, per a club announcement. His 40-man roster spot goes to the game’s No. 1 overall prospect, shortstop Konnor Griffin, whose previously announced promotion to the majors is now finalized.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 3
Pirates May Have Hit Jackpot With This Offseason Move
Six games into the 2026 season, the Pirates sit at 3-3. That record looks ordinary. The team does not. Through the season’s first week, Pittsburgh feels transformed from the club that stumbled through 2025.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 3
Winners and Losers From Pirates First Two Series
PITTSBURGH — Following back-to-back 8-3 victories over the Cincinnati Reds, the Pittsburgh Pirates won their first series of the 2026 season and improved their record to 3-3.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 2
Pirates ace Paul Skenes makes charitable pledge per strikeout in 2026 season
The Pittsburgh Pirates are gaining attention beyond the field as Paul Skenes expands his charitable efforts entering the 2026 season. With the Pirates ace increasing his strikeout-based pledge, the Gary Sinise Foundation will once again benefit from every strikeout he records.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / April 3
Konnor Griffin megadeal would be franchise-shifting moment for Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates are finally putting their money where their mouth is.
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