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Pirates Join Bidding For Framber Valdez

The Pirates have emerged as a surprise entrant in the Framber Valdez market, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, who calls the Bucs “one of the most aggressive clubs” in their pursuit of the star left-hander.

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Pirates Interested In Marcell Ozuna

Having missed out on several higher-profile big bats, the Pirates are showing some interest in veteran designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, per Katie Woo and Will Sammon of The Athletic.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 4

Pirates' Paul Skenes' Earns Rave Review From College Coach

PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes has excelled for the Pittsburgh Pirates these past few seasons, but his stardom began before he took a mound at the major league level.

Andrew McCutchen News / Bucs Dugout / February 4

Insider reveals more details on Pirates, Andrew McCutchen saga

Pittsburgh Pirates icon Andrew McCutchen is still a free agent going into the final days leading up to spring training. McCutcheon, 39, is still looking to play this season and would like to return to the Pirates where he has played for each of the past three seasons.

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Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 4

Pirates Might Have Next MLB Super Star

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin is the top prospect in all of baseball and has a big season ahead of him in 2026. Griffin is just

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 4

Pirates First Baseman Playing in 2026 World Baseball Classic

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will have their best talent playing in the sport's most important international tournament this spring. Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz said that he will represent Team Israel in the 2026 World Baseball Classic on the " Amazin' Conversations " podcast with Jay Horwitz.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / February 4

One thing Pirates fans don’t want to say out loud

The Pittsburgh Pirates are going into the 2026 MLB season with a lot of optimism, largely in part due to an improving star pitcher in Paul Skenes and an offense that projects to be better than it was a year ago.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 4

Pros and Cons of the Pirates’ Most Divisive Trade Target

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been looking for a third base upgrade this offseason. However, they have lost out on two of the biggest names: Kazuma Okamoto and Eugenio Suárez.

Brendan Donovan News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

No Suárez or Donovan for the Pirates? It’s Not the End of the World

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ search for their 2026 third baseman might lead them to the one they already have, Jared Triolo. The Pirates were in the race for Eugenio Suárez, who chose the Cincinnati Reds instead, despite reports from Jason Mackey from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette and others that the Pirates’ offer was better.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 3

Signing Veteran Outfielder Could Finally Push the Worst Player Off the Pirates

If there is one player many Pittsburgh Pirates fans don’t want on the roster, it’s Jack Suwinski. The outfielder once looked like a potential building block for the Bucs after his solid 2022 rookie season and his breakout sophomore campaign.

Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 3

Pirates Admit Mistakes With Andrew McCutchen Contract Situation

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are a week away from pitchers and catchers reporting to Pirate City in Bradenton, Fla. and don't have one of the best players in franchise history on their roster.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 3

Pirates missing out on Eugenio Suarez signing draws honest Ken Rosenthal message

The Pittsburgh Pirates swung and missed on one of their biggest free agent targets this Major League Baseball offseason, in Eugenio Suarez. Suarez whiffed on an offer from the Pirates, to go ahead and sign with the Cincinnati Reds for one season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 3

Pirates Projected to Have Winning Season

As the 2026 Major League Baseball season draws closer, the Pittsburgh Pirates find themselves in a peculiar spot, according to the latest projections from FanGraphs.

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Pirates Reveal Six More Spring Training Non-Roster Invitees

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are still adding names to their major league camp, with Spring Training starting in less than a week. The Pirates announced

Andrew McCutchen News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 3

Pirates rumors: Andrew McCutchen situation got ‘screwed up’

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been involved in an awkward situation this offseason with veteran slugger Andrew McCutchen. McCutchen is the long-time face of the club, who has played the bulk of his lengthy MLB career in Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 3

Pirates Facing Harsh Reality This Offseason

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had one of their most active offseasons in quite some time, and yet, they're still not anywhere near where they'd like to be.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 2

Pirates Hoping Additions to Offense Are Enough to Contend

The Pittsburgh Pirates were one of baseball’s most frustrating teams in 2025. Despite having the fifth-best ERA+ in MLB and ranking among the top 10 teams in both defensive runs saved and outs above average, they only won 71 games because of a lackluster offense.

Thomas Harrington News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 2

Pirates Pitching Prospect Could Bounce Back in 2026

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had one of the more promising pitchers coming into 2025, who ended up having a disappointing campaign. Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Thomas Harrington struggled throughout 2025, especially in his two short stints at the major league level, but also down in the minors too.

Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 2

Pirates' Oneil Cruz Praised for Offseason Defensive Work

PITTSBURGH — Oneil Cruz had his struggles in center field this past season for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but has found help this winter. Cruz enlisted the help of Kevin Kiermaier, who starred defensively in center field, a four-time Gold Glove Award winner in 2015-16, 2019 and 2022, plus a Platinum Gold Glove in 2015.

Eugenio Suarez News / Total Pro Sports / February 2

Pittsburgh Pirates Turn To Backup All-Star Slugger After Missing Out On Eugenio Suarez

The Pittsburgh Pirates made some interesting moves this offseason, showing a clear intent to improve upon another disappointing campaign. Yet they still need to find a replacement for the vacant role at third base.

Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / February 1

Livvy Dunne took batting practice against Paul Skenes

Livvy Dunne’s attempt at taking batting practice against her boyfriend went about as well as one would expect it to. Dunne shared video of herself standing in against Paul Skenes, who certainly appeared to be throwing at full strength.

Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 1

Pirates’ Paul Skenes has a new pitch, and it’s called ‘The Sleeper’

Paul Skenes is already one of the most fearsome pitchers in the league. The Pittsburgh Pirates star is an incredible talent on the mound. With precise control, blazing speed, and an unmatched arsenal of pitches, the 2025 NL Cy Young winner is well on his way to becoming a powerhouse in the league.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 25

The Pirates’ Rotation Options

Pittsburgh has spent the majority of the offseason focused on hitting. For a club that finished dead last in scoring last season, the approach makes sense. The Pirates parted with a pair of young starters to acquire more bats.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / January 25

Andrew McCutchen calls out Pirates for snubbing him

Andrew McCutchen is not happy with the Pittsburgh Pirates for a lack of acknowledgement before the potential end of his career. Some Pirates fans were not happy that McCutchen, who is currently a free agent, has not been re-signed by the Pirates and was not in attendance for the team’s offseason fan event on Saturday.