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Insider Shuts Down Pirates’ Paul Skenes Trade Thoughts

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of baseball's best pitchers in Paul Skenes, but questions of his departure have been a constant since his MLB debut.

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3 ‘Easy’ Free Agent Targets Pirates Should Consider

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are never the biggest spenders in free agency, but they still need to make additions this offseason. The Pirates have a projected payroll of $100 million , which includes salaries and arbitration/pre-arbitration as well, with no new additions.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 15

Five Things I Learned About Pirates at GM Meetings

PITTSBURGH — The General Managers' Meetings in Las Vegas are normally not a huge part of the offseason for MLB, but this year was much different. Representatives from all 30 MLB teams met at the ARIA Resort and Casino on the Las Vegas Strip, building communication and starting discussions on moves that they want to make.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 14

Pirates Want To Limit Ryan O’Hearn’s Outfield Reps

The Pirates have Oneil Cruz and Bryan Reynolds as everyday options in center and left field, respectively. Right field is more of a question mark, as general manager Ben Cherington outlined this week at the GM Meetings.

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How many of the National League MVPs in the Integration era (since 1947) can you name in six minutes?

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 14

Hard-Throwing Reliever Could Help Pirates Bullpen

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need a better bullpen in 2027, and this offseason allows them to add to that. The Pirates threw too many games away last season, as they lacked bullpen arms they could rely on late in games.

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The offseason needs for every MLB team

Another MLB season is in the books. The pending lockout is hanging over the heads of players and ownership, but there could be a mad rush of moves prior to December.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 13

Where Pirates See Endy Rodríguez at in 2027

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few options for who could be their starting catcher in 2027 and Endy Rodríguez is definitely in the conversation.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 13

Pirates Looking to Close Gap With Small-Market Teams

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates have faced disadvantages as a small-market team, but those excuses are becoming less worthy by the day. The 2026 World Series featured two small-market teams, with the Milwaukee Brewers defeating the Tampa Bay Rays in five games for their first championship in franchise history.

Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / November 13

In 2024, a Paul Skenes rookie card pull cost one family $320 for a topps chrome box; it sold for $1.11 million at auction

An 11-year-old baseball fan received an unforgettable Christmas surprise when his family discovered a rare Paul Skenes rookie card inside a $320 box of 2024 Topps Chrome Update cards.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 12

All-Star Lefty Starter Pirates Should Consider in Free Agency

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a solid pitching staff, but one that needs additions to make it even better for 2027. The General Managers' Meetings

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 12

Ben Cherington Addresses Mitch Keller’s Future With Pirates

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates rotation is one of their strongest units and could be one of the best in baseball in 2027, but they need everyone to step up for that to happen.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 12

Pirates Flexibility is Different This Offseason

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates know they have to add this offseason, but the big question is whether they will do enough to build the best roster they can.

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25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2027

The 2026 MLB season was driven by top performances from young players, and the crop of young talent in the minors has never been greater. These 25 prospects could emerge as top MLB players in 2027.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 12

Pirates Could Get Second Chance at Rockies All-Star

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled to find the catcher who will rely on for the next few seasons, but they could add that player this offseason.

Scott Boras News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 11

Scott Boras Doesn't Give Pirates Any Excuses

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled for such a long time that they've been one of the poster teams for losing in MLB. One of the biggest reasons for the Pirates struggling for so long is that they are a small-market team and can't acquire the best talent that the bigger teams do, falling near or at the bottom of payrolls in baseball.

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The 'CFP-era 40-TD passers' quiz

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Brandon Lowe News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 11

Pirates Must Fend Off Competition for Brandon Lowe

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a chance to be even better in 2027, but doing that without Brandon Lowe won't be easy. Lowe is a free agent this offseason, and with the General Managers' Meetings underway at the ARIA Resort and Casino, there is already talk of signing the star second baseman.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 11

Pirates Looking to Make Big Pitching Changes in 2027

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a strong pitching staff lined up for next season, but there is one way they can change it up to make it even stronger.

Ben Cherington News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 11

Pirates' Ben Cherington Discusses Impact of Lockout

LAS VEGAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates must address their needs this offseason, but they and the rest of MLB face uncertainty for next year. The owners and MLBPA (players' union) are fighting a tough labor battle , and it's unlikely they'll ratify a new CBA before the deadline on Dec.

Brandon Lowe News / Viral Sports News / November 10

Pirates GM Offers New Brandon Lowe Update During Free Agency

Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said Tuesday that the club remains interested in retaining free-agent second baseman Brandon Lowe, though any multiyear deal remains far from certain.

Brandon Lowe News / Yardbarker / November 10

Blue Jays reportedly interested in slugger Brandon Lowe in free agency

The 32-year-old is coming off a dominant 2026 campaign with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Why Jazz Chisholm Jr. fits into the Blue Jays' offseason plans

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Brandon Lowe News / Just Baseball / November 10

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Brandon Lowe

This offseason, teams around the league are bracing for one of the most chaotic and unique winters in recent baseball history. Between a looming lockout,

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 10

What Pirates Fans Should Expect From GM Meetings

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates don't know when they'll play baseball again, but there are still big moves they can make this offseason. The annual General Managers Meetings take place in Las Vegas, Nev., this week, Nov.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / November 9

Pittsburgh Pirates Acquire 6-foot-6 Pitcher

The Pittsburgh Pirates have added size and arm talent to their organizational depth, signing free-agent right-handed pitcher Enmanuel Nunez to a minor league contract, according to the MLB transaction log.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 8

Ryan O’Hearn’s Adjustments In Pittsburgh

The Pirates overhauled their offense last season. Brandon Lowe arrived via trade. Ryan O’Hearn and Marcell Ozuna came aboard through free agency. Konnor Griffin was promoted a week into the season.

College Football News / Larry Brown Sports / November 9

Lane Kiffin staged the most star-studded Tiger Walk before Alabama game

Lane Kiffin brought in the big guns for the Tiger Walk prior to Saturday’s game against Alabama. Kiffin took part in LSU’s traditional pregame walk to Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge with a handful of LSU luminaries.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / November 2

Pittsburgh Pirates Release Seven Players in Major Shakeup

The Pittsburgh Pirates have trimmed the edges of their lowest-level international pipeline, releasing seven pitchers from the Dominican Summer League clubs, according to the official MiLB transaction log.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / New Baseball Media / October 31

What the Pirates Should Target During the 2026-27 Offseason

This will be a fascinating offseason for the Pirates. Their top home run hitter from 2026 is now a free agent, and Paul Skenes is arbitration-eligible for the first time after a down campaign.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 18

The Clock Is Now Ticking on the Pirates’ Current Core

The 2026 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates was full of extreme highs and lows. At times, the Pirates looked like a glimmering contender that was capable of sticking with the best in the National League, but for every one exciting win, it seemed like the Pirates experienced multiple soul-crushing losses that put them right back at square one.