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Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 04/16/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates AM Coffee Break Update finds the club at 11-7 after a 2-0 win over Washington on Wednesday. Pittsburgh leaned on a sharp pitching plan.
Carmen Mlodzinski News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 16
Carmen Mlodzinski Joins Exclusive Pirates List With Dominant Win
PITTSBURGH — Carmen Mlodzinski had a different role than he's had in 2026 in his most recent game, but he put himself amongst some greats in Pittsburgh Pirates history.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Field Level Media / April 16
Braxton Ashcraft, ascending Pirates set for finale vs. Nationals
Pirates right-hander Braxton Ashcraft and Washington Nationals left-hander Foster Griffin will aim to continue their respective impressive starts to the season when they take the mound Thursday afternoon in Pittsburgh.
The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz
How many of the players with the most multiple-home run by MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 16
Jared Jones Shares Next Step Toward Return to Pirates
PITTSBURGH — Jared Jones is one player that Pittsburgh Pirates fan can't wait to come back, but he also shares their desire. Jones hasn't pitched for the Pirates since his rookie season in 2024, after he underwent season-ending surgery in May 2025 on his elbow, which has led to a lengthy return for the young starting pitcher.
25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame
Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / April 16
Can Pirates hurry Seth Hernandez to majors like they did Konnor Griffin?
General manager Ben Cherington and the Pittsburgh Pirates have cashed in on — well, dished out for, really — one high school draftee already this season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 15
Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe makes home run history not seen since Barry Bonds
The Pittsburgh Pirates are already seeing the impact of a key offseason addition, as second baseman Brandon Lowe continues to power the lineup during a strong start to the 2026 season.
MLB News / Field Level Media / April 15
Pirates combine for 3-hit shutout in win over Nationals
Carmen Mlodzinski pitched six shutout innings and led the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 2-0 victory over the Washington Nationals on Wednesday night. Marcell Ozuna and Nick Gonzales each had RBI singles in the first inning to give Pittsburgh's pitchers all the run support they would need.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / April 15
“Batman” returns to throw out first pitch at Friday’s Pirates game 
Batman will be back in the building at PNC Park and where he belongs. A fan favorite despite only playing three years in Pittsburgh, no one captivated the fan base quite like this former All-Star pitcher.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / NBC Sports / April 15
Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?
Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.
Jake Mangum News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 15
Pirates' Jake Mangum Makes Highlight Reel Play vs. Nationals
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates could always use some better outfield defense and they got exactly that from Jake Mangum. Mangum came in at left field for the Pirates in the top of the eighth inning vs.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / April 15
Paul Skenes shares honest thoughts on MLB's new ABS challenge system
The star pitcher shared his thoughts on this on the addition of ABS.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 15
Pirates Officially Sign Cuban Shortstop
The Pittsburgh Pirates have reportedly made an international free agency signing official. Per insider Francys Romero, the Pirates and Cuban shortstop Luis Almeida have come to terms on a bonus deal worth $30,000.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 15
Pirates Reveal Starting Pitcher Decision vs. Nationals
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into their next game at home with an interesting decision for who will take the mound to start out. The Pirates will have left-handed relief pitcher Mason Montgomery make the start vs.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / April 15
Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 04/15/2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates find themselves at 10-7. They split the first two games of their series with Washington. The series included a 16-5 rout and was followed by a narrow 5-4 loss.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 15
Pirates Could Make Big Move for White Sox Slugger
The Pittsburgh Pirates, who are rolling at the moment, could have another chance to acquire a power-hitting corner infielder they didn't sign in free agency this past offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 15
Don Kelly Learns Valuable Lesson in Pirates Latest Loss
PITTSBURGH -- Pittsburgh Pirates manager Don Kelly made curious decision in the team's recent loss to the Washington Nationals. With hard-hitting second baseman Brandon Lowe expected up at-bat, Kelly opted to pinch-hit for the veteran.
MLB News / Just Baseball / April 15
Double-A Notebook: Pirates Scouting Reports from Opening Week
For those unfamiliar with my background, I’ve been a season ticket holder at the Altoona Curve (the Double-A of the Pittsburgh Pirates) for about nine seasons now, and scouting my favorite prospects up close and personal each season has been a highlight of this experience for me.
Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 15
Pirates Pitching Coach Addresses Jared Jones' Potential Return
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to have Jared Jones return to their team soon, particularly pitching coach Bill Murphy. The right-handed starting pitcher is currently with the Pirates and threw his first bullpen at PNC Park on April 14, which is a part of his work to get back to full fitness after season-ending surgery last season.
Jared Jones News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 14
Pirates manager gives rough estimate on Jared Jones injury return
Though the Pittsburgh Pirates’ pitching rotation is highlighted by Paul Skenes, one other pitcher that the team has yet to see play this season is Jared Jones.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / April 14
Paul Skenes reaches career milestone at historic pace
Even on a night the Pittsburgh Pirates enjoy an offensive explosion, ace Paul Skenes shares in the headlines.
Mitch Keller News / Field Level Media / April 14
Off to fast start, Pirates' Mitch Keller takes aim at Nationals
Mitch Keller is off to the best start of his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates, while fellow right-hander Miles Mikolas' first season with the Washington Nationals has been a disaster.
Konnor Griffin News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 13
MLB Insider Explains Why Pirates Could Consider Sending Konnor Griffin Back to Minors
In his first taste of major league action, Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin hasn't seen the same immediate success at the plate that he's had in the minors.
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