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Pirates’ Paul Skenes has self-deprecating reason for not calling his own pitches

After Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes had a scorching start against the Colorado Rockies on Tuesday, the pitcher has impressed immensely this season, though the process before the throw with the 23-year-old is interesting to say the least.

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Pirates’ Konnor Griffin draws honest truth bomb from Paul Skenes

Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes continues to perform at an elite level, and he has more help this season. MLB’s top prospect Konnor Griffin was promoted to the big leagues earlier in the year.

Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Pirates Slugger Finds His Power Again

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a number of great power hitters in their lineup this season, but one of their better players had some struggles lately.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 15

Pirates’ Paul Skenes makes hilariously real Shohei Ohtani admission

Shohei Ohtani is one of the best players in MLB. While Ohtani has not hit quite as well in 2026, he is still one of the best pitchers in the game. Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes is happy that he does not have to face the Los Angeles Dodgers star as a hitter, something he said on The Pat McAfee Show.

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The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Pirates Starting Pitchers Face Great Test in Phillies Series

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates starting rotation has had a strong showing so far in May, but they'll have their biggest test yet this weekend. The Pirates will host their in-state rivals in the Philadelphia Phillies at PNC Park, May 15-17, as a part of rivalry week, where teams across baseball face off against their most disliked ballclub.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / May 15

5 Greatest Pittsburgh Pirates Pitchers of All Time

Few lists are tougher to put together than that of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ top five pitchers in history. The list is loaded with similar pitchers with similar totals from similar eras.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / May 15

5 Greatest Pittsburgh Pirates Hitters of All Time

The state of Oklahoma has never had and probably will never have a Major League Baseball team. Allegiances range from the Royals and Cardinals to the Rangers and Rockies, most commonly.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 15

Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/15/2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 24-20 record following a successful series opening at home. In the last day, the club won a series against the Colorado Rockies.

Mason Montgomery News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Pirates Southpaw Quietly Putting Up Great Season

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a number of strong options throughout their pitching staff and one reliever is having an incredible campaign so far.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Four Biggest Winners in Pirates' Series Win Over Rockies

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates continued their great month of May with another series win, this time against the Colorado Rockies. The Pirates took

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 15

Pirates May Have Solution at Catcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have looked for someone at catcher to step up and provide some offense and they finally got that in their latest win.

MLB News / Bucs Dugout / May 15

Endy Rodriguez sighting lifts Pirates over Rockies

Endu Rodriguez made his first Major League appearance since June of 2025, and he responded by going 2-for-3,including a double and a two-run single, to lift the Pirates to a 7-2 win over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 14

Three Takeaways From Pirates' Series Win Over Rockies

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates came back home from a long road trip out west and decided they would take down another opponent from the National League West Division.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 14

Ryan O’Hearn helps Pirates slay Rockies

Ryan O'Hearn homered and finished with three hits and two RBI to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-2 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday afternoon.

Seth Hernandez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 14

Pirates' Seth Hernandez Making First Start Following Promotion

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates young phenom Seth Hernandez has had quite the week and will now take another big step in his career Hernandez will make his first start at High-A Greensboro on May 15 against Jersey Shore on the road, with first pitch set for 6:35 p.m.

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Rockies ace leaves start early due to an apparent injury

Rockies ace Chase Dollander leaves start early due to an apparent injury

It's a tough blow for the young fireballer who was in the midst of a breakout year.

Rockies player pulls a controversial move on Paul Skenes

'In a zone': Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani early Cy Young favorite, but his bat lags

Paul Skenes gets season ERA below 2.00 with latest overpowering start

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Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 14

Pirates Reveal Next Step for Jared Jones' Rehab Assignment

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will get back one of their better pitchers in the coming weeks in Jared Jones, who will bolster their pitching staff.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 14

Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/14/2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 23-20 record and sit four games back in the National League Central. Over the last 24 hours, the club split the first two games of their series against Colorado.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 14

Pirates' Paul Skenes Putting Up Insane Stat

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes is one of the best pitchers in baseball and thee is one area where he's outdone the rest of his position group.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 13

Pittsburgh Pirates News & Notes 05/13/2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 23-19 record and sit four games back in the NL Central. In the last 24 hours, the club achieved a 3-1 series-opening victory over the Colorado Rockies.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / May 13

Paul Skenes had a moment with Oneil Cruz in the dugout after losing his no-hit bid

Paul Skenes pitched another gem on Monday, but it was not good enough for a no-hitter. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace once again flirted with the rare pitching feat on Tuesday against the Colorado Rockies, but his no-hit bid was broken in the seventh inning by Mickey Moniak in the seventh inning of the game at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pa.

Mitch Keller News / Field Level Media / May 13

Behind Mitch Keller, Pirates chase series win vs. Rockies

Paul Skenes is a tough act to follow, but Mitch Keller has been up to the challenge of late. Keller will try to keep the Pirates rolling when they host the Colorado Rockies on Wednesday night in the middle contest of a three-game series in Pittsburgh.

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / May 12

Paul Skenes gets season ERA below 2.00 with latest overpowering start

When Paul Skenes gave up five runs in an Opening Day loss, he left the mound with an obscene ERA of 67.50. He since has brought his ERA down to more familiar territory.

Skenes records back-to-back eight scoreless inning starts

Rockies player pulls a controversial move on Skenes

Phillies. Red Sox experiencing different results after managerial changes

Phillies have made a dramatic shift under Don Mattingly

Watch: Giants break out a bizarre three-man celebration vs. Dodgers

Brandan Bidois News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 12

Pirates Recall Brandan Bidois For MLB Debut

The Pirates have recalled right-hander Brandan Bidois from Triple-A Indianapolis and optioned righty Cam Sanders back to Indy in his place. Bidois was already on the 40-man roster, so no corresponding moves are necessary.

Ryan Harbin News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 11

Pirates Re-Sign Ryan Harbin To Minor League Deal

The Pirates have re-signed right-hander Ryan Harbin to a minor league deal, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He has been assigned to Triple-A Indianapolis but likely won’t appear in a game for that club immediately due to injury.