Pittsburgh Pirates: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Pirates Must Make Right Decision on Konnor Griffin

PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin is the main focus for Pittsburgh Pirates fans for Spring Training and the team is aware of this too. Griffin is the consensus top prospect in baseball and at just 19 years old, he's pushing for a spot on the Opening Day roster as the Pirates starting shortstop.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Pirates Fringe Players Lead the Way in Win Over Red Sox

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates still have roster spots up for competition, and certain players stood out in their most recent Spring Training game.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 8

What Ben Cherington said about Konnor Griffin’s Pirates Opening Day roster chances

The Pittsburgh Pirates have a gem in shortstop prospect Konnor Griffin. Griffin has already turned heads during Major League Baseball’s spring training, with his powerful bat and solid defensive play.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 8

Pirates Make First Spring Training Cuts

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made changes to their roster, the first time doing so in Spring Training. The Pirates announced that they optioned both infielder Jack Brannigan and right-handed relief pitcher Ryan Harbin to Triple-A Indianapolis.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Active 100-RBI MLB season leaders' quiz

The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz

Paul Skenes News / Bucs Dugout / March 8

Pirates Paul Skenes ranked 6th best player in baseball by ESPN

In his first two MLB seasons, Paul Skenes has won the National League Rookie of the Year Award and the NL Cy Young Award. Not bad! Before he embarks on

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 8

Pirates Starting Pitcher Battle Continues vs. Red Sox

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into their upcoming Grapefruit League matchup with two pitchers getting a chance to show they deserve the last spot in the starting rotation.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / March 8

Former GM talks about young Pirate players taking that next step

The same guys have been getting the attention at Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training, like Konnor Griffin, and rightfully so. The No. 1 prospect has been putting on a clinic with his towering home runs and impressive skills.

Termarr Johnson News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 8

Pirates' Termarr Johnson Impressing Manager in Spring Training

PITTSBURGH — Termarr Johnson has a big season ahead of him for the Pittsburgh Pirates and he's shown improvements so far in Spring Training. Johnson has slashed .389/.450/.556 for an OPS of 1.006 in nine games, with seven hits in 18 at-bats, a double, a triple, five RBI, plus two walks to just four strikeouts in the Grapefruit League.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 7

How One New Acquistion Could Fit Into the Pirates’ 2026 Plans

The Pittsburgh Pirates recently made a notable move, acquiring utility prospect Tyler Callihan from the Cincinnati Reds. In return, the Bucs sent right-handed reliever Kyle Nicolas to Cincy.

MLB News / Stadium Rant / March 7

The Pirates Say A Sad Goodbye To A 12 Year Franchise Legend

Andrew McCutchen is the greatest Pittsburgh Pirates player on this side of 2000, but unfortunately, the plans don’t include him. On Thursday, McCutchen signed a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers after it appeared his stint in Pittsburgh was over.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 7

Pirates Prospects Deliver Victory Over Tigers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates needed production from their best prospects and they got exactly that in their most recent Spring Training game. The Pirates outlasted the Detroit Tigers in a 5-3 win at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland, Fla., thanks to some important hits from their best young talent.

Konnor Griffin News / Last Word On Sports / March 7

Konnor Griffin to Triple-A?! Pirates May Do It for a Ridiculous Reason

There isn’t a single Pittsburgh Pirates fan who wouldn’t be thrilled to see Konnor Griffin open the year as the Bucs’ starting shortstop. He is the number one prospect in all of baseball, and for a good reason.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'Team USA 2026 WBC roster' quiz

The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

The 'NFL year-by-year sack leaders' quiz

The 'Active NFL carries leaders' quiz

Oneil Cruz News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 7

Oneil Cruz has hilarious reaction to World Baseball Classic home run

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been generating more buzz than usual this offseason, as fans gush over reigning National League Cy Young Paul Skenes and top MLB prospect Konnor Griffin.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 7

New Pirates Addition Making Spring Training Debut vs. Tigers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a new player they just acquired and they're putting him quickly into the lineup to see what he brings in Spring Training.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 7

Pirates' Don Kelly Addresses Andrew McCutchen's Departure

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Andrew McCutchen have been together for a large part of recent history, but that isn't the case this season. McCutchen signed a minor league deal with the Texas Rangers, made official on March 6.

Andrew McCutchen News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Andrew McCutchen Still Facing Challenge After Signing With Rangers

Andrew McCutchen and the Texas Rangers recently agreed to a minor league contract. It seemed as if McCutchen was destined to retire with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but the former MVP ended up landing a deal with Texas at 39 years old.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Recent Trade Opens Door for Pittsburgh Pirates Relief Prospect

The Pittsburgh Pirates added multiple relief pitching prospects to their 40-man roster this past offseason. The most notable was Brandan Bidois. The next best was right-hander Ryan Harbin.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Five Predictions for the Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 Season

The 2026 season is just around the corner, which means Pittsburgh Pirates baseball is almost back. The last two seasons have been about as disappointing as they can get.

Joey Bart News / Last Word On Sports / March 6

Mock Joey Bart Trade to Replenish the Pittsburgh Pirates’ Pitching

The Pittsburgh Pirates have a catching conundrum. They have four backstops on their 40-man roster. Henry Davis is slated to be their primary answer behind the dish.

Seth Hernandez News / Just Baseball / March 6

Seth Hernandez Is Ready for His First Professional Season

For any young prospect, making a professional debut can be a nerve-racking experience. The shift from amateur stardom to the daily grind of professional baseball brings bigger expectations, physical demands, and the pressure of proving you belong.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 6

Rangers sign former MVP to minor league deal

A former MVP will look to continue his career with the Rangers in 2026.

MLB organization willing to give NFL QB Kyler Murray a new home

Edwin Diaz sends message to Mets fans about signing with Dodgers

Vance Honeycutt putting himself back on Orioles prospect map

Five most impactful injuries heading into Opening Day

National League rookies to watch beyond Pirates SS Konnor Griffin

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / March 3

The Pirates’ Pitching Lab Is On Full Display

Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve finally made it. After months of waiting around for baseball to return, spring training games have officially begun! Even though it’s only been a few games, we’ve still seen some very intriguing performances.