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Pirates' Bryan Reynolds Gives Good Sign With Injury

Pirates' Bryan Reynolds Gives Good Sign With Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had some bad luck with recent injuries and had another issue ahead of their most recent game. The Pirates scratched left fielder Bryan Reynolds from the lineup ahead of their series opener vs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 20
Pirates Open To Trading Prospects, CBR-A Draft Pick

Pirates Open To Trading Prospects, CBR-A Draft Pick

The Pirates carry an even 38-38 record into today’s game with the Rockies, and Pittsburgh sits two games out of a wild card slot in the crowded NL playoff

Bubba Chandler News / Inside The Diamonds / June 20
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: 8th Inning Sinks Pirates, Chandler Strong Outing, & More

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: 8th Inning Sinks Pirates, Chandler Strong Outing, & More

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 38-38 record and sit 8.5 games behind first place in the NL Central. Over the last 24 hours, the club suffered a heartbreaking loss.

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The 'College World Series winners' quiz

The 'College World Series winners' quiz

The College Baseball World Series dates back to 1947. How many of the champions can you name?

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Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / June 20
Pirates look to Paul Skenes to even series against Rockies

Pirates look to Paul Skenes to even series against Rockies

Paul Skenes has dominated the Colorado Rockies in his home park, but his one start in Denver didn't go as well. The Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander has made one start at Coors Field when he allowed four runs in five innings on Aug.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

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 20
4 Pirates Trade Targets to Fix DH Problem

4 Pirates Trade Targets to Fix DH Problem

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates took a serious blow as they dropped below .500 recently. Dropping series to the Los Angeles Dodgers and Atlanta Braves brought the surging Pirates back down to reality, and it seemed for a moment that the dream was quickly fading.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / June 19
Pirates Make Surprising Last-Minute Lineup Decision

Pirates Make Surprising Last-Minute Lineup Decision

The Pittsburgh Pirates are struggling offensively with two of their top offensive weapons on the injured list. That battle will get a little bit harder on Friday, as the Pirates made Bryan Reynolds a last-minute scratch ahead of their game against the Colorado Rockies.

Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 19
Pirates Starting Pitcher Has Crucial Start Against Rockies

Pirates Starting Pitcher Has Crucial Start Against Rockies

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field this weekend, June 19-21, and one of their starting pitchers has a chance to continue his solid performances.

Joey Bart News / Field Level Media / June 19
Braves activate C Joey Bart from injured list following trade

Braves activate C Joey Bart from injured list following trade

The Atlanta Braves activated catcher Joey Bart from the 10-day injured list on Friday, one day after acquiring him in a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 19
Pirates Willing to Trade Draft Pick at Deadline

Pirates Willing to Trade Draft Pick at Deadline

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates could have one of their better seasons in a decade and the front office is ready to make moves that will make the team better.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 19
Pirates rumors: Pittsburgh dangling draft pick in early trade deadline discussions

Pirates rumors: Pittsburgh dangling draft pick in early trade deadline discussions

The Pittsburgh Pirates will have the fifth and 34th overall picks in the MLB Draft and might use them at the trade deadline to improve. Notably, the Pirates are looking to make a trade and could utilize that draft pick to do so, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

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 The 'Game-winning-drives record by team' quiz
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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 19
Pirates Reunite With Familiar Pitcher After Trade

Pirates Reunite With Familiar Pitcher After Trade

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates decided that they need to improve their bullpen and have gone externally in order to do that. The Pirates landed right-handed relief pitcher Hunter Stratton in a trade with the Atlanta Braves on June 18, sending catcher Joey Bart the other way.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 19
Pirates Offense Steals Show When They Needed To

Pirates Offense Steals Show When They Needed To

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates has had one of the better lineups in baseball, but their recent struggles brought cause for concern after a few poor showings.

Joey Bart News / Field Level Media / June 19
Braves acquire C Joey Bart in trade with Pirates

Braves acquire C Joey Bart in trade with Pirates

The Atlanta Braves continued their search for a backup catcher on Thursday, acquiring Joey Bart from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for right-handed reliever Hunter Stratton.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19
Braves, Pirates Swap Joey Bart For Hunter Stratton

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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 18
Pirates optimistic heading into series vs. Rockies

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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / June 17
The Pirates Finally Have the Bats to Keep Up With Their Arms

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.

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 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?

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.

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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

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.

Oneil Cruz News / Inside The Diamonds / June 12
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Fall Short, Cruz to IL, & A Great Pitching Matchup Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Fall Short, Cruz to IL, & A Great Pitching Matchup Friday

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 35-34 record and sit 7.5 games out of first place in the National League Central. Over the last 24 hours, the club dropped its series finale to the Dodgers.

Oneil Cruz News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 10
Pirates place OF Oneil Cruz on injured list

Pirates place OF Oneil Cruz on injured list

The Pirates announced that outfielder Oneil Cruz has been placed on the 10-day injured list.

The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 10
Three bullpen arms the Pirates should target at the MLB trade deadline

Three bullpen arms the Pirates should target at the MLB trade deadline

Blown saves have been the biggest issue with the Pirates' lackluster bullpen.

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Dodgers' Freddie Freeman strengthens HOF case with career milestone
The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz
Oneil Cruz News / Just Baseball / June 10
The Key to Oneil Cruz’s Rebound: A Simple but Effective Swing Adjustment

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

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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