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On YouTubePaul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 24
3 Paul Skenes bold predictions for 2026 season
The Pittsburgh Pirates enter the 2026 season with a lot of expectations from fans. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington is on the hot seat, after failing to produce a single winning season for the club.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 24
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Inks New Cleat Sponsorship Deal
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin continues gaining more notoriety by the day and earning extra sponsorships for it. Griffin is exclusively wearing Under Armour cleats starting with the 2026 season, after signing a deal with the company, according to Bleacher Report .
The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz
How many of the active Major League Baseball players to hit 30 home runs in at least three different seasons can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 24
Five Standout Pirates Hitters in Spring Training
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need players to step up and produce as hitters in 2026 and some showed that in Spring Training. The Pirates didn't
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.
Hunter Barco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 24
Pirates Rising Star is Ready for Opening Day Opportunity
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a number of great young arms that will provide a large workload in 2026 and left-handed pitcher Hunter Barco will serve as a part of that.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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