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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19
Braves, Pirates Swap Joey Bart For Hunter Stratton
The Braves announced they’ve traded reliever Hunter Stratton to the Pirates for catcher Joey Bart. Atlanta designated backup catcher Sandy León for assignment to open a spot on the 40-man roster.
The 'Last cycle by MLB team' quiz
Can you name the last player to hit a single, double, triple and home run in one game for every MLB franchise? Five minutes are on the clock.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 18
Pirates optimistic heading into series vs. Rockies
The Pittsburgh Pirates had a rough start to June, but they've gained some traction in the first leg of their current road trip. Pittsburgh lost nine of 13 games to begin the month before winning two straight from the Athletics to take that series.
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 18
Pirates Named Landing Spot for Red Sox First Baseman
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates could add this trade deadline and one slugger would make their strong lineup even better. Boston Red Sox first baseman Wilson Contreras will draw trade interest this season and Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel of ESPN named the Pirates one team that could be a fit for him.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 18
Konnor Griffin Check-In: Pirates Star Gaining Confidence in Rehab
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the best rookies in baseball in shortstop Konnor Griffin, but his recent injury has kept him off the field.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / June 17
The Pirates Finally Have the Bats to Keep Up With Their Arms
Following the 2025 season, the Pittsburgh Pirates had a lot of self-reflecting to do. While their homegrown starting rotation had begun to take shape as one of the best in the sport as a whole, they were also lacking in numerous areas as well.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 17
Pirates Top Three Trade Partners Ahead of Deadline
Barring a complete collapse over the next month-and-a-half, it would appear likely that the Pittsburgh Pirates will be buyers at this year's trade deadline.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16
Not Time to Give Up on Pirates Yet
PITTSBURGH -- It's not time to give up on the Pittsburgh Pirates. Yes, the Pirates are 2-8 in their last 10 games. Yes, they sit 9.0 games back of the Milwaukee Brewers for the National League Central division lead.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16
Struggling Slugger is Key to Pirates Turnaround
The Pittsburgh Pirates are off to a brutal start in June, going 4-9 in the first half of the month and dropping below .500 on the season with a 36-37 record.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Carmen Mlodzinski News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16
Pirates Must Rethink Carmen Mlodzinski
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of their best pitchers back in the bullpen in right-hander Carmen Mlodzinski, but haven't gotten the most out of him since doing so.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16
Pirates Have a Catcher Dilemma Brewing
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have four different catchers that they can turn to, which makes for a tough decision on which ones they'll keep on the major league roster moving forward.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 15
Pirates Test a New Konnor Griffin Replacement
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a new look lineup to start their next series, which includes a change at shortstop. Nick Gonzales moves from third base and will start at shortstop for the Pirates, as they face the Athletics in the series opener at Sutter Health Park on June 15.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 15
Five Pirates Showing Up on Early All-Star Balloting
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had one of their better seasons up to this point in a long time and it's shown up in the early All-Star ballotting.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 15
Pirates Offense Has Great Bounceback Opportunity Coming Up
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates offense struggled in their latest series vs. the Miami Marlins at PNC Park, but they can rectify things quickly. The
Paul Skenes News / HITC / June 15
Paul Skenes gives up home run on ‘unhittable’ pitch for the first time in his MLB career
Paul Skenes looked like himself for most of his outing against Miami, but one second-inning swing created a first he will not enjoy seeing on his career record.
Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / June 14
How have the Pirates lost six straight Paul Skenes starts?
So what's happening here that the Pirates have been unable to get wins when their ace and reigning Cy Young Award winner is on the mound? There's a lot going on.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 14
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Reynolds Does it All, Horwitz takes one for the Team, and Deep Dive into Bubba’s Progress
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 36-35 record in the National League Central standings. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured a gritty 3-2 victory at PNC Park.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 14
Pirates' Paul Skenes aims to end winless stretch vs. Marlins
A tantalizing pitching matchup headlines the series finale between Miami and host Pittsburgh, as right-handers Max Meyer of the Marlins and Paul Skenes of the Pirates will face off on Sunday afternoon.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 13
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Rodriguez Goes Deep, Ashcraft Goes Five, & A Four-Run Seventh Puts Miami Over the Top
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a .500 record at 35-35 following a difficult stretch. Over the last 24 hours, the team suffered an 8-3 loss to the Miami Marlins.
Antwone Kelly News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12
Pirates To Recall Antwone Kelly For MLB Debut
The Pirates will recall pitching prospect Antwone Kelly for his MLB debut, reports Francys Romero. He’s already on the 40-man roster, as the Bucs needed to select his contract last offseason to keep him out of the Rule 5 draft.
Oneil Cruz News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 10
Pirates place OF Oneil Cruz on injured list
The Pirates announced that outfielder Oneil Cruz has been placed on the 10-day injured list.
Joey Bart News / Athlon Sports / June 10
Pirates Make a Decision on Joey Bart
The Pittsburgh Pirates appear close to getting one of their catchers back from the injured list. Ahead of their game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday, Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that catcher Joey Bart will commence a rehab assignment with Single-A Bradenton tonight.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 10
Three bullpen arms the Pirates should target at the MLB trade deadline
Blown saves have been the biggest issue with the Pirates' lackluster bullpen.
Oneil Cruz News / Just Baseball / June 10
The Key to Oneil Cruz’s Rebound: A Simple but Effective Swing Adjustment
Every year, the beginning of the MLB season produces some truly electric breakouts, as players across the league (both young and old) open the season on a tear at the plate.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / June 8
Pirates GM Ben Cherington gives update on Konnor Griffin
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been without Griffin since May 31, and it could be longer.
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