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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 29
Pirates GM Ben Cherington comments on Paul Skenes velocity drop 
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes has been surprisingly human this season. The Cy Young Award winner has been plodding along of late, sitting on a 6-7 record with a 3.10 ERA.
Ben Cherington News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 29
Ben Cherington's Trade Comments Add More Worry for Pirates Fans
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates don't have a bullpen that will get them to the postseason and both general manager Ben Cherington and fans of the team know this.
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 28
Pirates rely on long ball to avoid sweep vs. Reds
Ryan O'Hearn hit a pair of home runs and Esmerlyn Valdez homered for the third consecutive game to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 9-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday afternoon.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 28
Pirates vs. Reds Delayed for Second Time
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds have tried simply playing baseball this weekend, but the weather has had other ideas. The series
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 28
Pirates' Oneil Cruz Takes Next Step in Injury Rehab
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have missed the offensive production from center fielder Oneil Cruz, but his recent progress is a sign of hope for his eventual return.
Spencer Horwitz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 28
Pirates Share Bad News On Spencer Horwitz Injury
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz has featured as a crucial part of the lineup, but the team won't have him back for an extended time.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 28
Pirates Make Eye-Catching Konnor Griffin Decision Before Reds Game
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into a crucial game against a divisional rival and know how Konnor Griffin will help them in that regard. Griffin comes back into the lineup, where he hits leadoff and plays shortstop, as the Pirates look to avoid the sweep against the Cincinnati Reds at PNC Park on June 28.
Gregory Soto News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 28
Pirates Must Add Closer at Trade Deadline
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen is once again at the center of fans' disdain and the closer role is another big topic of discussion. It's especially
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 28
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Lowe’s 20th, Jones Struggles, & More
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 41-42 record after dropping the second game of their series against the Cincinnati Reds. Within the last 24 hours, the club suffered a painful 9-7 loss at PNC Park following a late-inning bullpen collapse.
Brandon Lowe News / Bucs Dugout / June 28
Brandon Lowe first Pirates player with 20 homers before the break since 2019
After Brandon Lowe hit a three-run homer for the Pittsburgh Pirates in yesterday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds, it gave hime a total of 20 dingers for the 2026 MLB season.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Bryan Reynolds News / Just Baseball / June 28
Bryan Reynolds is Having a Career Year for the Pirates
Throughout the course of his time wearing the black and gold, Bryan Reynolds’ presence in the lineup has been one of quiet consistency and steady production.
Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 28
Jared Jones Shares Frustrations After Pirates Loss
PITTSBURGH — The return of Jared Jones back to the starting rotation was one of jubilation for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but the results haven't been what anyone has desired.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 27
Three Things Pirates Need to Fix in Second Half of Season
The Pittsburgh Pirates have found themselves in the middle of the Wild Card race in the National League this summer. Sitting 2 1/2 games out of the final WC spot with a 41-40 record, the Pirates have an offense and rotation that's ready to compete.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 27
Pirates have their best halfway point record since 2015
Baseball is a long season filled of 162 games but believe it or not we are already at the halfway point of the season for the Pittsburgh Pirates. After a 5-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners this past Thursday, the Pirates played their 81st game of the season, and they were 41-40.
Wilber Dotel News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 27
Pirates Rookie Wilber Dotel Taking Big Step in Injury Return
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't had one of their rookie arms for the past couple of weeks, but that looks like it will change soon. Pirates right-handed pitcher Wilber Dotel starts his rehab assignment with Double-A Altoona on June 27, where he'll face off against Reading (Philadelphia Phillies) for a 6:30 p.m.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 27
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Griffin Returns, Skenes Struggles, & Seth Hernandez Wins Again
The Pittsburgh Pirates current record stands at 41-41 after a frustrating home loss to the Cincinnati Reds. Pittsburgh saw an early lead evaporate and a late rally fall short, dropping them back to the .500 mark on the season.
Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / June 26
Pirates Make Roster Move After Reinstating Konnor Griffin
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list after nearly a month on the sidelines with a right elbow strain.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 26
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebooks: Chandler Earns Third Win, Lowe Hits 19th, Murf Gray Hits 11th, & More
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 41-40 record and sit 9.5 games back in the NL Central. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured a 2-1 series victory over the Seattle Mariners.
Spencer Horwitz News / Yardbarker / June 25
Pirates lose Spencer Horwitz to 10-day IL with hamstring injury
Injuries just continue to pile up in MLB.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / June 24
Pirates’ Paul Skenes Announces Career News on Wednesday
Paul Skenes has justified the Pittsburgh Pirates selecting him with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft so far in his professional career. Skenes is coming off a 2025 Cy Young Award-winning season in which he led MLB in ERA (1.97), was fourth in strikeouts (216) and WHIP (0.95), and finished second in WAR among starting pitchers (7.6).
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / June 23
The Pirates Need Bullpen Help As Soon As Possible
Over the last few years, the main focus surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates has routinely been their lack of offense — and it’s been for good reason. With the club routinely ranking near the bottom of the sport in every category like clockwork, it’s easy to understand why this was such a big focal point for the concern surrounding this team.
Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / June 21
Pirates going through familiar story by wasting Paul Skenes' starts
Paul Skenes gives the Pittsburgh Pirates their best chance to win when he takes the mound. However, that has not been the case over his last seven appearances.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 20
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
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.
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