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Tony Blanco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 24
Pirates Prospect Who Could Make Big Strides in 2026
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a number of prospects that will make their mark in 2026, including one that is coming of a strong end to the last season.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 24
How Pirates Should Approach Konnor Griffin Extension
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin won't start the season with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but they know that he's their future star and shortstop and will make his mark with them at some point in 2026.
Carmen Mlodzinski News / Bucs Dugout / March 23
Pirates name Carmen Mlodzinski fifth starter 
The battle for the Pirates fifth starter spot has been solved, and it was won by a familiar face. Manager Don Kelly joined the SportsNet Pittsburgh broadcast on Sunday as the Pirates faced the Red Sox.
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 23
Former MVP makes Opening Day roster for Rangers
Former National League MVP Andrew McCutchen made the Texas Rangers' roster over fellow outfielder/first baseman Mark Canha, Evan Grant of The Dallas Morning News reported Monday.
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.
Don Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 23
Pirates' Don Kelly Finalizes Left Side of Infield
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates know their position players for Opening Day and manager Don Kelly has his left side of the infield set as well. Kelly said that he sees Jared Triolo starting at shortstop and both Nick Gonzales and Nick Yorke will play at third base.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 23
Pirates Lose to Braves in Spring Training Finale
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are close to Opening Day and finally completed their Grapefruit League schedule. The Pirates lost to the Atlanta Braves, 5-2 at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Fla.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / March 23
Pirates Prospects Who Impressed in the Spring Breakout Game
Ever since MLB implemented the Spring Breakout game back in 2024, this event has provided some very exciting views into the sport’s top prospects. Especially for the Pittsburgh Pirates, this game has served as an outlet to showcase their young stars on all sides of the ball.
Hunter Barco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 23
Pirates' Hunter Barco Deserves His Opening Day Spot
PITTSBURGH — Hunter Barco has had a great deal of patience in his baseball career, but the Pittsburgh Pirates are finally giving him the chance to show his talents long-term.
Mike Clevinger News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 23
Pirates Send Final Player to Minor League Camp
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had a Spring Training roster cut to make before Opening Day and they chose one player who won't make the roster. The Pirates announced that they re-assigned right-handed pitcher Mike Clevinger to minor league camp on March 23.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 23
Pirates Finalize Pitching Staff
The Pirates finalized their Opening Day pitching decisions, with Jason Mackey of MLB.com covering the notable details. Carmen Mlodzinski will get a rotation spot while José Urquidy and Hunter Barco will start the season in the bullpen and Mike Clevinger will head to Triple-A.
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.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 23
Paul Skenes Reacts to Pirates Opening Day Roster
PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes heads into the 2026 season with hopes of winning another Cy Young Award, but more importantly, seeing team success with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Carmen Mlodzinski News / Last Word On Sports / March 23
Carmen Mlodzinski makes the Pirates’ rotation (and it’s the right choice)
The Pittsburgh Pirates have officially finalized their starting rotation. Paul Skenes enters the year as the Bucs’ ace, with a supporting cast of Mitch Keller, Braxton Ashcraft, and Bubba Chandler.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 23
Pirates set to open 2026 with underrated outfielder on roster
The Pittsburgh Pirates are finalizing their Opening Day roster. Their very first game is on March 26 against the New York Mets. Their bench is coming to form, and some of the expected names are making it: Joey Bart, Nick Yorke, and Jake Mangum.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 23
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 23
Pirates Complete Opening Day Pitching Staff
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the better pitching staffs in all of baseball and now have their full list of arms that will start the season on the Opening Day roster.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 23
Pirates' Ben Cherington Addresses Konnor Griffin Not Making Opening Day
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin will have to wait before making his MLB debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates, something that wasn't an easy decision for the front office.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / March 22
Pittsburgh Pirates Announce Starting Rotation
The Pittsburgh Pirates open the Regular season on the road with a three-game series against the New York Mets. As they wind down Spring Training, they have announced how the starting rotation will look to start the season.
Joe LaSorsa News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 22
Pirates Pitcher Exercising Upward Mobility Clause
PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher is looking at his best options for the start of the season, even if that's not with his current team. The Pirates
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 22
Pirates Announce 2026 Starting Rotation
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have their starting rotation ready for the beginning of the 2026 season, which should serve as one of their strongest units.
Konnor Griffin News / Last Word On Sports / March 22
When Will the Pirates Promote Konnor Griffin for His MLB Debut?
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made the very controversial decision to send down the number one prospect in all of baseball, shortstop Konnor Griffin. The Pirates are now rolling into 2026 with Nick Gonzales as their starting shortstop, at least until Griffin gets to the Major Leagues.
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 22
Can Paul Skenes sustain this level of dominance?
There is a difference between a hot start and what Paul Skenes has accomplished with the Pittsburgh Pirates over the past two years.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 22
Pirates’ Paul Skenes remains in Cy Young form after World Baseball Classic
As one would expect, Paul Skenes looks exactly like the reigning Cy Young winner. Dominant, composed, and already midseason sharp before Opening Day even arrives.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 21
Pittsburgh Pirates make expected move with Konnor Griffin
Despite the buzz surrounding Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin, he was expected to begin the season in the minor leagues. That became official on Saturday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / March 21
Pirates’ Seth Hernandez left Max Clark stunned with 102.4 MPH pitch
Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Seth Hernandez left Max Clark stunned with a 102.4 MPH first pitch during the Spring Breakout game on Friday against the Detroit Tigers prospects at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida.
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