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PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes is up for the National League Cy Young Award, but faces great challengers for the honor. Skenes

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Pirates Sign Relief Pitcher to One-Year Deal

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a recent deal that could bring a new pitcher onto their staff for Opening Day. The Pirates reportedly signed left-handed relief pitcher Joe La Sorsa to a minor league deal with an invite to Spring Training, according to Joe Morosi of MLB Network.

Tony Blanco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 9

Pirates Prospect Wins AFL Home Run Derby

PITTSBURGH —The Pittsburgh Pirates saw an incredible display from one of their top prospects, showing his power to an adoring audience. Pirates prospect Tony Blanco Jr., playing with the Salt River Rafters, won the Arizona Fall League Home Run Derby at Sloan Park in Mesa, Ariz.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / November 8

Pirates Add Left-Handed Pitcher to Bullpen Mix

The Pittsburgh Pirates will sign left-handed relief pitcher Joe La Sorsa, 27, to a one-year minor league contract. The deal includes an invitation to spring training, with a major league salary of $800,000 if he makes the cut.

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Pirates sign veteran pitcher to one-year deal

The Pittsburgh Pirates have added left-handed pitcher Joe La Sorsa to their bullpen, signing him to a one-year minor league contract with an invitation to Major League Spring Training, according to MLB Network’s Jon Morosi.

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Joe LaSorsa News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 8

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Paul Skenes News / Stadium Rant / November 8

Paul Skenes Mega-Trades That Could Rewrite Baseball In 2026

Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitcher Paul Skenes is on an early Hall-of-Fame trajectory with his career. Through his first two seasons in the majors, Skenes’ earned run average is under two, his WHIP sits under the golden number of one, and he struck out nearly 400 batters in over 300 innings of work.

Braxton Ashcraft News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 8

Pirates Rookie Has Top 40 Career Value

PITTSBURGH —The Pittsburgh Pirates have a great number of young players, including one rookie, who has what it takes for a good career with the franchise.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 7

Pirates Named Landing Spot for Blue Jays Shortstop

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need consistent, every day batters next season and this one player from the Toronto Blue Jays might be the answer. Kerry Miller of Bleacher Report named the top 10 landing spots for Blue Jays free agent shortstop Bo Bichette and placed the Pirates at 10th.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 7

Pirates Infielder Becomes Free Agent

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a number of roster moves, which saw one of their infielders become a free agent. Infielder Liover Peguero, who the Pirates designated for assignment, cleared waivers and they outrighted him to Triple-A Indianapolis, where he then became a minor league free agent.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 7

Pirates Add Pitching Prospect to 40-Man Roster

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates committed to keeping around a pitching prospect, giving him a chance to potentially make the MLB roster next season.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Pirates make several roster moves

The Pirates have designated right-handers Dugan Darnell and Michael Darrell-Hicks for assignment, the team announced Thursday. Pittsburgh also reinstated catcher/first baseman Endy Rodriguez and utilitymen Ronny Simon and Emmanuel Valdez from the 60-day injured list.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Mets claim OF Ji Hwan Bae, lefty Jose Castillo off waivers

The New York Mets announced that they have claimed outfielder Ji Hwan Bae off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates and left-hander José Castillo from the Baltimore Orioles.

Jack Little News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 6

Tigers claim righty Jack Little off waivers from Pirates

The Detroit Tigers announced that they have claimed right-hander Jack Little off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates. It was reported earlier this week that the Pirates had put him on the wire.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 6

Top Pirates Prospect Earns All-Star Honors

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have seen one of their prospects excel in the Arizona Fall League and receive recognition for it. The Arizona Fall League named its All-Stars for their annual Fall Star Game, with outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez serving as the lone Pirates representative.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 6

Pirates Unveil Details for 2026 PiratesFest

PITTSBURGH —The Pittsburgh Pirates will host their annual PiratesFest in 2026, giving fans a chance to interact with the team during the offseason. The 2026 PiratesFest takes place on Saturday, Jan.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 6

Pirates Made Right Decision on Recent Waiver Moves

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had to make decisions before finalizing their 40-man roster, which saw difficult choices, but ultimately, the correct ones.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 6

Why Pirates Shouldn't Trade Starting Pitcher to Red Sox

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the most valuable trade pieces in a right-handed starting pitcher, but that doesn't mean they should accept any trade that comes their way.

Paul Skenes News / Bucs Dugout / November 5

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes named National League Cy Young Award finalist

To the surprise of absolutely no one, Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes has been named one of three National League Cy Young Award finalists. Skenes, 23, put together arguably the most dominant season by a starter in Pirates history.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 5

Pirates Reveal 2026 Spring Training Schedule

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are still in the early days of the offseason, but already have their schedule for Spring Training, which starts in less than four months.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / November 5

Pirates announce 2026 spring training schedule

The Pittsburgh Pirates are marking their calendars as the spring training schedule has been revealed. Here’s a look at the team’s schedule: The team’s first game for Spring Training takes place on Saturday, Feb.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 4

Pirates place three players on waivers

The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed three players on waivers. One of them is outfielder Ji Hwan Bae, per Danny Demilio of Pittsburgh Baseball Now. The other two are infielder Liover Peguero and right-hander Jack Little, per Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.

Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / November 3

Pirates Make Paul Skenes Announcement Amid MLB Offseason

The Pittsburgh Pirates had another disappointing season in 2025, finishing last in the NL Central with a 71–91 record. Although the franchise remains one of the league’s worst, right-handed pitcher Paul Skenes continues to thrive.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 3

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Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Pirates Announce Paul Skenes News After Second Season

The Pittsburgh Pirates finished with a losing record for the seventh consecutive season in 2025, despite the efforts of right-handed starting pitcher Paul Skenes.