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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / July 6
What position should the Pirates address for the 2026 MLB Draft ? 
The 2026 MLB draft is just under a week away, and Pittsburgh has the fifth pick in the draft. The big question is what position should the Pirates address ?
Yunior Marte News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6
NPB’s Rakuten Eagles Sign Yunior Marte
Right-hander Yunior Marte, who was granted his release by the Pirates over the weekend, is signing with the Rakuten Eagles of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball, per a team announcement (hat tip to Yuri Karasawa of Yakyu Cosmopolitan).
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 6
Pirates Reveal Starting Pitchers vs. Braves
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have another big series coming up for them and their starting pitching, as they host the Atlanta Braves at PNC Park, July 7-9.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Paul Skenes News / Bucs Dugout / July 6
Pirates Paul Skenes selected to All-Star Game
For the third straight year, the Pittsburgh Pirates’ ace pitcher Paul Skenes has been selected to the National League All-Star team. Despite his recent struggles Skenes still has All-Star caliber numbers, but there was some surprise that rotation partner Braxton Ashcraft did not receive the nod given the incredible season he’s had.
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 6
Pirates Takeaways: Lowe, Reynolds Prove All-Star Snub Wrong
WASHINGTON — The Pittsburgh Pirates have relied on their offense this season to get them wins and they did just that against the Washingtion Nationals.
Konnor Griffin News / NBC Sports / July 5
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 5
Pirates erupt late to knock off Nationals
Konnor Griffin's two-run single in the eighth inning provided the go-ahead runs as the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates recorded an 11-5 win over the Washington Nationals on Sunday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 5
Pirates Share Latest Updates on Oneil Cruz, Spencer Horwitz Injuries
WASHINGTON — The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to get back two of their most important players after their respective injuries. Pirates center fielder
Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / July 5
Pirates GM Delivers Oneil Cruz Injury Update on Sunday
Pittsburgh Pirates' General Manager Ben Cherington revealed an injury update on outfielder Oneil Cruz on Sunday morning. Cruz has been on the 10-day injured list for the Pirates since June 10 with a left hand fourth and fifth metacarpal non-displaced fractures.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 5
Pirates Select Noah Murdock, Designate Davis Wendzel
The Pirates announced that right-hander Noah Murdock‘s contract has been selected to the 40-man roster, and Murdock has now been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis. Infielder Davis Wendzel was designated for assignment to create space for Murdock on the 40-man.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 5
Konnor Griffin Building Steam As Pirates Hunt Winning Streak
WASHINGTON — The Pittsburgh Pirates value Konnor Griffin incredibly high and are always cautious on any thing that might impede their rookie shortstop from becoming the best player he can be.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / July 5
Pirates’ Paul Skenes Sends Message After Disappointing News
The Pittsburgh Pirates bounced back in emphatic fashion on Saturday, defeating the Washington Nationals 7-1 to improve to 45-45 and even the three-game series.
Cade Cavalli News / Field Level Media / July 5
Nats' Cade Cavalli takes mound vs. Pirates as he awaits suspension appeal
The Pittsburgh Pirates will look to keep manufacturing runs as they go for a series win on the road against the Washington Nationals on Sunday. In Saturday's 7-1 win, the Pirates did all their damage without an extra-base hit.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4
Pirates Release Yunior Marte, Dominic Fletcher
The Pirates cut ties with a pair of veterans at the Triple-A level on Saturday. Right-hander Yunior Marte and outfielder Dominic Fletcher were released, per the team.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 5
Paul Skenes' All-Star selection is reminder of what game is really about
Major League Baseball announced its selections for the 2026 All-Star Game in Philadelphia, and it will feature a lot of the expected names and the best players in baseball.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / July 4
Braxton Ashcraft solid in Pirates' 7-1 win against Nationals
Brandon Lowe and Henry Davis each drove in two runs and Braxton Ashcraft struck out seven in a solid start as the Pittsburgh Pirates earned a 7-1 road win over the Washington Nationals on Saturday.
Evan Sisk News / Field Level Media / July 4
Pirates place reliever Evan Sisk (elbow) on injured list
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed relief pitcher Evan Sisk on the 15-day injured list Saturday with left elbow inflammation. The 29-year-old left-hander is 1-0 with a 2.23 ERA in 32 appearances out of the bullpen this season.
Konnor Griffin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 4
Pirates’ Konnor Griffin gets 4th of July fireworks started early by stealing home
The Pittsburgh Pirates are trying to fight for a spot in the Major League Baseball Playoffs this season. Pirates rookie Konnor Griffin, who has already had some memorable performances this campaign, had another one on Saturday.
Oneil Cruz News / The Lead / July 3
Oneil Cruz’s Injury is Saving Him From Breaking the Strikeout Record
Prior to injuring his hand, Oneil Cruz had been playing the best baseball of his career. Cruz is batting .264 with 14 home runs and 44 RBIs. The home run hitter has been a consistent force for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he is struggling in one spot: strikeouts.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 2
Breakout performance from surprising rookie helping to drive Pirates offense
The Pittsburgh Pirates are still hovering around the .500 mark and on the fringes of playoff contention thanks to this surprising rookie.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 2
Why Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski may not pitch in MLB All-Star Game
Sure, MLB fans want to see Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski pitch in the All-Star Game. But that's unlikely to happen.
Aaron Ashby News / Yardbarker / July 2
Brewers' Aaron Ashby moves up all-time list in win over Reds
A win is a win, but a win is also a bizarre statistic for a relief pitcher. Doing his part to help his team win again on Wednesday night, Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Aaron Ashby earned another win.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Something is wrong with Pirates ace Paul Skenes
The Pittsburgh Pirates might have a Paul Skenes problem.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Yardbarker / June 29
Pirates getting instant spark from Esmerlyn Valdez
While the Pirates lost Spencer Horwitz, one of their best hitters this season, to a hamstring injury on June 25, rookie Esmerlyn Valdez has provided them with an instant offensive boost.
Bryan Reynolds News / Just Baseball / June 28
Bryan Reynolds is Having a Career Year for the Pirates
Throughout the course of his time wearing the black and gold, Bryan Reynolds’ presence in the lineup has been one of quiet consistency and steady production.
Spencer Horwitz News / Yardbarker / June 25
Pirates lose Spencer Horwitz to 10-day IL with hamstring injury
Injuries just continue to pile up in MLB.
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