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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / February 28
Three non-Paul Skenes/Konnor Griffin things I am excited about for 2026 MLB season 
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner for the Pittsburgh Pirates, with opening day being March 26 against the New York Mets. There are a lot of things to be excited about going into the season as a Pirates fan, so here are my top three things that I am excited to see going into the new season.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 28
Oneil Cruz Powers Pirates Past Astros
PITTSBURGH — Oneil Cruz needs to have a great season for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2026 and his strong Spring Training continued in their most recent victory.
Don Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 28
Two Pirates Infielders Surprising Don Kelly the Most
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some important position battles and roster spots up for grabs in Spring Training. This is especially true for the infield, where theres' competition at multiple positions and for the depth roles as well.
The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 28
Pirates Rookie Pitchers Facing Important Test vs. Astros
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have two rookie pitchers who will work together in their next Spring Training game. The Pirates have right-handed pitchers in Braxton Ashcraft and Bubba Chandler taking on the Houston Astros in their next Grapefruit League game at CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches in West Palm Beach, Fla.
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.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 28
Pirates Likely Offering Konnor Griffin Long-Term Extension
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin is trending towards stardom, even as a teenager, and the Pittsburgh Pirates recognize that. Jeff Passan of ESPN wrote in his
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 28
Pirates Hitters Excelling in First Week of Spring Training
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have played in eight games over seven days to start their Grapefruit League campaign, with some standout players. The Pirates have had a strong team effort in the first week of Spring Training games, as they're 6-2 so far, tied for the top of the Grapefruit League standings with the New York Yankees.
Hunter Stovall News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 28
Pirates Sign Former Rockies Infield Prospect
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are still making additions at this point of the offseason, even minor ones that may impact the 2026 campaign The Pirates signed Infielder Hunter Stovall to a minor league contract on Feb.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / February 27
Paul Skenes Backs Pirates as Pittsburgh Faces Dilemma
The Pittsburgh Pirates are trying to build a contender around Paul Skenes. Although Pittsburgh may still be a year or two away from realistically contending, the Pirates made a number of quality additions this past offseason.
Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 27
Andrew McCutchen Potentially Joining Pirates at Spring Training
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are in the midst of Spring Training and may be getting a visit from one of their best ever players. Mark Kaboly reported from a source that Andrew McCutchen is on their flight to Bradenton, Fla., where the Pirates Spring Training headquarters are.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 27
Three keys to Pirates turning preseason hype into regular-season results
Believe it or not, but the Pittsburgh Pirates might be one of the biggest stories in Major League Baseball this spring.
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.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 27
Five Reasons Pirates Fans Should Get Excited For 2026
For the first time in over a decade, the buzz around the Pittsburgh Pirates isn't about who they might trade away, but about a wave of young talent and a renewed commitment to winning that has finally given a long-suffering fanbase a legitimate reason to believe the future is now.
Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / February 27
Konnor Griffin Gets Honest as Pittsburgh Pirates Face Decision
Most players don't achieve big-league glory until their 20s, but Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop/outfielder Konnor Griffin isn't most players. The 19-year-old is coming off a minor-league season in which he slashed .333/.415/.527 with 21 homers and 94 RBIs over 122 games, and now he's making big-league waves in spring training.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Total Pro Sports / February 27
Pittsburgh Pirates Roster Unleashed: A Look Into The Team’s 2026 Game Plan
The Pittsburgh Pirates endured another disappointing season in 2025, thereby extending their playoff drought to a full decade. They ended on a 71-91 record to take last place in the National League Central for the fifth time in seven years.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 27
Pirates Front Office Under Pressure in 2026
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates look like they'll finally break through this season, make the playoffs and get back to winning ways, but that's no guarantee with how topsy-turvy things can occur.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 27
Which Players Will Make the Pirates Roster — And Which Won't
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates enter into one of the more important seasons in their recent history, with many difficult choices for who will play for them on Opening Day.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / ESPN / February 27
'You're looking at a Ferrari': Introducing Konnor Griffin, MLB's next teenage superstar
The No. 1 prospect in baseball has a chance to join exclusive company on Opening Day -- if the Pirates are willing to let him.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 27
Pirates Pitching Duo Not Featuring at World Baseball Classic
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a great number of players representing their countries at the upcoming World Baseball Classic, but two players will no longer do so.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / February 27
Three things standing out from the first week of Pirates Spring Training
The sun is shining, birds are chirping and the Pirates are back in Bradenton for Spring Training. Spring ball for fans is the first glimpse into how their favorite ball club is going to look in the regular season, and there has already been several noteworthy developments for the Buccos.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 26
The Day the Pirates Fielded an All-Minority Lineup
On September 1, 1971, the Pittsburgh Pirates fielded an all-minority lineup for the first time in Major League Baseball history. It only took 24 years and some change after Jackie Robinson broke MLB’s color barrier when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers.
Paul Skenes News / The Spun / February 25
Paul Skenes Shows Extreme Pride In America Before World Baseball Classic
Baseball fans won't have to wait until Opening Day to see Paul Skenes in action. The 23-year-old ace for the Pittsburgh Pirates will represent Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 25
Potential extension for top prospect Konnor Griffin could get him on Pirates roster faster
While Griffin is the consensus top prospect in baseball, he only has 21 games of experience above A-ball.
Konnor Griffin News / Yardbarker / February 24
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21
Baseball Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski dies at 89
Bill Mazeroski, the Pittsburgh Pirates legend and National Baseball Hall of Famer renowned for his dramatic walk-off home run that clinched the 1960 World Series, has died at the age of 89.
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