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On YouTubeKonnor Griffin News / CBSSports.com / March 3
NL Rookie of the Year favorite Konnor Griffin flashing spring power, but is he the best bet to win?
Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin is the No. 1 overall prospect in MLB and the NL Rookie of the Year favorite. But is he the best bet to win the award? SportsLine expert Matt Severance breaks it down
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / March 3
The Pirates’ Pitching Lab Is On Full Display
Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve finally made it. After months of waiting around for baseball to return, spring training games have officially begun! Even though it’s only been a few games, we’ve still seen some very intriguing performances.
Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 3
One Pirates Pitcher That Could Breakout in 2026
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the better starting rotations in all of baseball, but if they want to be near the best, they'll need great performances from all five of their pitchers.
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?
Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 3
Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn Adjusting to New Fielding Assignment
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates brought Ryan O'Hearn as their marquee free agent signing for his bat, but he will have more defensive responsibilities this season than previously thought.
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 / Total Pro Sports / March 3
MLB Rumors: Insider Shares Pittsburgh Pirates-Houston Astros Trade Possibility As Opening Day Nears
It’s already March, which means the MLB Opening Day is not far away. While several players will leave to represent their country in the World Baseball Classic, teams are still making additions to their teams.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / March 3
Bucs are scoring runs in the Grapefruit League
The Pittsburgh Pirates are a surprising 9-2 in this year’s Spring Training Grapefruit League following yesterday’s 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. They are currently on a five-game win streak and have the best record in all of Spring Training.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 3
Pirates' Paul Skenes First Team USA Start Revealed
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes will pitch for Team USA at the upcoming World Baseball Classic and his first start is now known. Skenes will make his World Baseball Classic debut, as he faces a rival in Team Mexico on March 9 at Daikin Park, home of the Houston Astros.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / March 2
Team USA Makes Paul Skenes Decision at World Baseball Classic
Team USA looks primed for a deep run in the 2026 World Baseball Classic after a disappointing loss to Team Japan in the 2023 championship game. The most notable change from the previous WBC's roster is in the star-studded rotation, which for the first time features a group of Major League Baseball's top starting pitchers.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 2
Pirates Rising Prospects Power Past Rays
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Tampa Bay Rays were in a low-scoring ballgame, before the youth showed up in a big way. The Pirates got a two-run
Video Games News / Athlon Sports / March 2
MLB The Show 26 ‘New Legends’ List Sparks Debate — Who’s Missing?
It’s March. And that means baseball is almost back. MLB The Show 26 is just weeks away, with early access beginning March 13 and the full release on March 17.
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.
Antwone Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 2
Pirates Pitching Prospect Ready for World Baseball Classic
PITTSBURGH — Right-handed pitcher Antwone Kelly has been with the Pittsburgh Pirates during Spring Training, competing for a spot on the Opening Day roster, but also readying himself for a massive opportunity.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 2
Former Pirates First Round Pick That Could Help Out at Third Base
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ third baseman going into 2026 looks to be Jared Triolo. Triolo has always been an outstanding defender at multiple positions, especially the hot corner.
Edward Florentino News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 2
Why This Pirates Top Prospect Isn't Close — And Why That's Okay
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are filled with top prospects in their farm system, but not every player is ready for the major leagues. The Pirates have one of the best prospects in baseball in outfielder Edward Florentino, who shot up prospect rankings this offseason and most people had no idea who he was before 2025.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 2
Who the Pirates Already Know Will Be on the Opening Day Roster
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have just 24 days before they compete in their first game of the season and have a few players are already on the roster.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Stadium Rant / March 2
5 Bold Predictions For The Pirates In 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates have turned some heads this offseason by making a real attempt to build a competitive roster. That is almost unheard of in Pittsburgh, but the Pirates have finally opened the checkbook a bit.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 2
3 Pirates relief prospects that could be their next Brandan Bidois
2025 was a very good year for Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Brandan Bidois. He stayed healthy for the first time since his professional debut in 2021, tallying 61 innings.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 1
Will Konnor Griffin join rare company, play his way onto Pirates’ Opening Day roster?
At age 19, Griffin is already showcasing a capacity to play at the big-league level.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / March 1
Spring training roundup: Top prospect Konnor Griffin homers again for Pirates
Konnor Griffin, the No. 1 overall prospect in baseball according to MLB Pipeline, homered once again Sunday to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-1 spring-training victory over the host St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 1
Prospects Lead Pirates to Victory Over Cardinals
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had their best future players showout in their 6-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium in Jupiter, Fla.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 28
Ryan O’Hearn reveals why he chose Pirates in free agency
Ryan O’Hearn signed a two-year, $29 million contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates during free agency. The deal makes him the highest-paid free agent hitter signed by Pittsburgh in franchise history.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 28
3 things the Pittsburgh Pirates do before Opening Day
Spring Training is in full swing. The Pittsburgh Pirates are off to a hot start in the pre-season, and their first regular season game is just around the corner.
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.
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.
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 / 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.
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