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Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 21
Oneil Cruz Places Himself Among Pirates Greats
PITTSBURGH — Oneil Cruz hasn't had an easy season, but he's still shown why the Pittsburgh Pirates are so on high on his future. Cruz joined the 20-20 club after his solo home run in the fourth inning against the Kansas City Royals at PNC Park, tying the game at 1-1 in a 4-3 win in the series finale on Sept.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 21
Pirates' Words Mean Nothing After Another Missed Season
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made strides in 2026, but they still failed of their ultimate goal. The Pirates were eliminated from the postseason this past weekend with eight games remaining in the 2026 season, ending their chances of playing for something more.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Bucs Dugout / September 21
Pirates Braxton Ashcraft injury has no structural damage 
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Braxton Ashcraft was placed on the 15-day injured list on September 10, 2026, due to right arm discomfort and fatigue. He has been shut down for the rest of the season.
The 'Most lefty-homers in a season' quiz
How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 20
Pirates vs. Royals Takeaways: Oneil Cruz Shows What Could've Been
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates relied on their best players against the Kansas City Royals, and it was exactly what they needed. The Pirates swept the Kansas City Royals at PNC Park, 8-5 in the series opener on Sept.
The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.
Rafael Flores News / Field Level Media / September 20
Rafael Flores Jr. drills go-ahead HR as Pirates sweep Royals
Rafael Flores Jr. belted a go-ahead, two-run homer in the eighth inning, lifting the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Sunday afternoon.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 20
Pirates Remain Confident for 2027, Despite Playoff Elimination
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates didn't reach their ultimate goal of postseason baseball in 2026, but there is still much to learn before it ends. The Pirates saw themselves eliminated from the final National League Wild Card spot after the San Diego Padres defeated the Miami Marlins 8-2 at Petco Park on Sept.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 20
Pirates' Oneil Cruz Made Incredible Adjustment This Season
PITTSBURGH — The scouting report on Pittsburgh Pirates star Oneil Cruz for years was simple. The light-tower power was undeniable. The speed was game-changing .
Ronny Simon News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 20
Pirates' Utility Man's First Homer a Long Time Coming
PITTSBURGH— The baseball left Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Ronny Simon’s bat at 104.7 mph, a line drive that kept going until it disappeared into the left-field corner.
Brandon Lowe News / Field Level Media / September 20
Pirates' Brandon Lowe takes HR barrage into finale vs. Royals
The Pittsburgh Pirates will look to complete a three-game sweep of the visiting Kansas City Royals on Sunday afternoon behind Brandon Lowe, who has homered in four of his last five games.
The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season
The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / September 19
Brandon Lowe's 2-run homer lifts Pirates over Royals
Brandon Lowe launched a go-ahead two-run home run in the eighth inning to power the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-5 victory over the visiting Kansas City Royals on Saturday.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 19
Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft Gets Good News About Injury
PITTSBURGH — Braxton Ashcraft met with reporters at PNC Park on Saturday and made one thing abundantly clear: his arm is not seriously injured. The Pirates
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 19
Pirates' Resting Regular Starter in Final Home Saturday Game of Season
Tonight is the Pittsburgh Pirates' final home Saturday game of the season, a penultimate weekend chance for Buccos fans to see their favorite team on the North Shore.
Brandon Lowe News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19
Pirates, Brandon Lowe Have Mutual Interest In New Deal
Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe has thrived this year, but it could go down as his only season with the franchise. While Lowe is on track to become a free agent in the offseason, he and the Pirates have mutual interest in a new deal, Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.
Brandon Lowe News / Field Level Media / September 19
Brandon Lowe, Pirates strive to continue momentum vs. Royals
On a quest for their first winning season since 2018, the Pittsburgh Pirates face a serious challenge against one of the majors' best pitchers over the last two months.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 19
Four Reasons Why Pirates Missed Playoffs
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates won't play postseason baseball this season and there are a few explanations as to why. The Pirates were eliminated from the playoffs, as the San Diego Padres defeated the Miami Marlins at Petco Park on Sept.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 19
Pirates Eliminated From Postseason Contention
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made it their goal this past offseason to establish a winning culture, and it will take time before they fully achieve that.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / September 18
Spencer Horwitz, Konnor Griffin power Pirates past Royals
Konnor Griffin had four hits and two RBIs, and Spencer Horwitz delivered a tiebreaking two-run single in the seventh as the Pittsburgh Pirates rallied to win 8-5 over the visiting Kansas City Royals on Friday night.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 18
Paul Skenes’ inconsistent season draws truth bomb from Pirates manager
It’s no secret that the 2026 campaign has been a roller coaster for Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes. His play has been rather inconsistent, as he’s been nowhere near his Cy Young-caliber self all year.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / September 16
Brandon Lowe Makes Franchise History During First Year With Pirates
Brandon Lowe made Pittsburgh Pirates history Tuesday night, reaching 30 home runs in his first season with the club. Lowe hit his milestone homer against the Milwaukee Brewers, sending a ball off the right-field foul pole at PNC Park.
Oneil Cruz News / EssentiallySports / September 15
Pirates’ 27YO Star’s Alleged Deal Surfaced as Report Reveals a Settlement of $66,000 Paid to Victims’ Families
An automobile accident on a dark, four-lane highway in the Dominican Republic back in September 2020 almost derailed the then-Pittsburgh Pirates’ top prospect Oneil Cruz’s career.
Oneil Cruz News / Just Baseball / September 14
Oneil Cruz Is Showing What the Pirates Were Missing
Earlier this season, Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz was breaking out and finally taking his game to the next level. Ever since he debuted back in 2021, it felt like the baseball world was awaiting that one “big year” from Cruz, as his electric power was second to none in the sport.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 13
Don Kelly defends pulling Paul Skenes in Pirates' late loss to Cubs
With a slim 3-2 lead and Paul Skenes on the mound, Don Kelly made a decision that some believe sank the Pittsburgh Pirates' playoff hopes. It's also one the Pirates' manager had to answer for immediately following Pittsburgh's 4-3 loss to the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12
Pirates Place Esmerlyn Valdez On 10-Day Injured List
The Pirates placed outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez on the 10-day injured list today before their afternoon matchup with the Cubs. Utilityman Ronny Simon got the call-up from Triple-A Indianapolis to take his place on the active roster.
Konnor Griffin News / Yardbarker / September 4
Konnor Griffin's return could be the Pirates' last hope of clinching a spot in the postseason
The Pittsburgh Pirates' last hope for clinching the final NL Wild Card spot could be helped by the return of rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin. The 20-year-old
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