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Pirates Optimistic About One of Their Biggest, Most Polarizing Prospects

PITTSBURGH — Termarr Johnson hasn't lived up to expectations many Pittsburgh Pirates fans had, but the franchise still has great faith in him. The Pirates selected Johnson with the fourth overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft out of Benjamin E.

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Pirates Announce First Round of Minor League Awards

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had some top performers in the lower level of the minor leagues this season and have honored them for their efforts.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 20

Two Impending Free Agents Still Playing in October Who Should Interest Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates aren't playing postseason baseball, but a few players still in it could help them reach that goal in 2027. The Pirates clinched their first winning season since 2018, going 82-80, but still fell far short of the playoffs .

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 20

Pirates Must Target Japanese Superstar This Offseason

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have the potential for a fantastic team in 2027, and they'll need to make additions to improve upon it. Japanese superstar Teruaki Sato will be available for MLB teams this winter, as the Hanshin Tigers of Nippon Professional Baseball, the main Japanese professional league, announced that they will post him.

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The 'ALCS MVPs' quiz

MLB has been awarding the American League Championship Series MVP Award since the 1980 season. How many of the winners in that time can you name in six minutes?

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Jared Triolo News / Bucs Dugout / October 20

Pirates Jared Triolo named Gold Glove finalist

Rawlings has announced the Gold Glove finalists for the 2026 season and the Pittsburgh Pirates’ utility man, Jared Triolo, once again finds himself in the mix.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Paul Skenes News / EasySportz / October 19

Could Paul Skenes Leave the Pirates as Questions Grow About Pittsburgh’s Future?

The future of Paul Skenes with the Pittsburgh Pirates is becoming a major storyline as the organization enters another important offseason. The superstar right-hander has established himself as one of baseball’s premier pitchers, but questions remain about whether Pittsburgh can build a competitive team around him.

Marcell Ozuna News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 19

Marcell Ozuna Continues Playing Career After Pirates

PITTSBURGH — Marcell Ozuna struggled during his time with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he hasn't given up on baseball just yet. Ozuna signed with Gigantes Del Cibao in the Dominican Republic Professional Baseball League for winter league baseball on Oct.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 19

Three Pirates Prospects Whose Stock Dropped in 2026

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have exciting prospects, but some of them didn't help their case in 2026. The Pirates farm system contains some great

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 18

The Clock Is Now Ticking on the Pirates’ Current Core

The 2026 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates was full of extreme highs and lows. At times, the Pirates looked like a glimmering contender that was capable of sticking with the best in the National League, but for every one exciting win, it seemed like the Pirates experienced multiple soul-crushing losses that put them right back at square one.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 18

Pirates Front Office Facing Crucial Offseason

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates once again face a critical offseason. Unlike in previous years, however, the Buccos enter the coming months with expectations backed by real results.

MLB News / Viral Sports News / October 17

Pirates Acquire 27-Year-Old Power Hitter in Early Offseason Move

While the Milwaukee Brewers prepare for the World Series and the Cleveland Guardians hold a 2-1 lead over the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Championship Series, the Pittsburgh Pirates have quietly secured a familiar face for their organization.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Kyler Fedko News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 17

Pirates Re-Sign Outfielder with Local Ties

The Pittsburgh Pirates have re-signed an outfielder with local ties. According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Colin Beazley, the Pirates have inked Kyler Fedko to a two-year, minor league contract.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 17

Ranking Pirates Top 5 Offseason Priorities

The Pittsburgh Pirates appear to be trending in the right direction after finishing over .500 at 82-80 for the first time since 2018. Still, it wasn't enough to make the playoffs, meaning it's back to the drawing board for general manager Ben Cherington and company in an offseason that'll be defined by CBA negotiations and the impending lockout.

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Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 17

Pirates Must Make Mitch Keller Trade

The Pittsburgh Pirates have to find some creative ways to upgrade their roster this offseason. A lot is unknown about how the next handful of months are going to play out amidst CBA negotiations between MLB and the MLBPA and the near certainty that a lockout will begin on December 1.

Nick Gonzales News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

Pirates Have Easy Choice With Nick Gonzales

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates have a very easy choice to make when it comes to infielder Nick Gonzales. The Pirates are entering a critical offseason.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

If Pirates Want to Return to the Postseason, This Has to Change

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't had much success in the past few decades, falling far short of where they want to be. The Pirates have won five World Series, but none since 1979, marking the last time they won a postseason series.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

Brewers Success is an Embarrassment for Pirates

PITTSBURGH — Most Pittsburgh Pirates fans have no idea what it's like to see their team have postseason success, but that isn't the same for their divisional rivals.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 15

What Dodgers Losing Would Mean for Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and the Los Angeles Dodgers couldn't be more different ballclubs, but their futures could become intertwined soon. The Dodgers are on the brink of postseason elimination, trailing the Milwaukee Brewers 3-0 in the National League Championship Series.

Brian Reith News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 14

Twins Hire Brian Reith As Pitching Coach

The Twins announced Wednesday that they’ve named Brian Reith their new pitching coach, replacing Pete Maki, whose contract wasn’t renewed at season’s end.

Braxton Ashcraft News / New Baseball Media / October 12

Looking at Braxton Ashcraft’s Breakout 2026 Season

As we continue to look at the best breakout stories from the 2026 MLB season, we move to Pirates sophomore pitcher Braxton Ashcraft. Reds pitcher Chase Burns wasn’t the only young arm in the NL Central who broke out during the 2026 campaign.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 9

Pirates Promote Justin Newman To Director Of Amateur Scouting

When he met with reporters in late September, Pirates general manager Ben Cherington revealed that he planned to hire a full-time scouting director. Two weeks later, Cherington accomplished his goal.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 7

Pittsburgh Pirates Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / October 6

Former Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher Has Reportedly Died

Sam McDowell, the Pittsburgh native and former Pirates left-hander known as “Sudden Sam,” died Monday at his home in The Villages, Florida. He was 84. The Pirates said on social media that he “will be deeply missed.” Born Sept.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / September 23

Brandon Lowe will be big test for how serious Pirates are about competing

If you are serious about winning, write the check. Find a way to get it done. Offer him something that persuades him from wanting to leave.

Cardinals ride 5 early runs to snap Pirates’ 5-game win streak

Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval

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Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / September 22

Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval

The Pittsburgh Pirates were buyers at the 2026 MLB trade deadline, adding several relievers in an attempt to make a playoff push. One of those relievers has been jettisoned from the roster.

Paul Skenes admits World Baseball Classic affected his season

The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / September 21