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The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 23
Pirates Acquire Ron Marinaccio, Designate Dennis Santana For Assignment
The Padres announced that they have acquired right-hander Ron Marinaccio from the Padres. The Friars, who designated him for assignment recently, receive international bonus pool considerations in return.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 23
Four Prospects Pirates Should Trade Before Deadline
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates are in an exciting place ahead of the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. With a 53-50 record through 103 games, the Bucs are keeping pace in the NL Wild Card race.
MLB News / Bucs Dugout / July 23
Pirates enter crucial Cubs series with wild card hopes very top of mind 
Following a disappointing series loss to the New York Yankees that concluded with another bullpen meltdown, the Pittsburgh Pirates return home to begin a stretch of games that could define their aggressiveness at the trade deadline.
Don Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 23
Don Kelly is Responsible for Pirates Bullpen Blunders
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates managed an even split on their first road trip after the All-Star Game. That should be cause for celebration, right?
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 23
Pirates' Paul Skenes Gets Blunt About Yankees Rumors
Once again, Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes has shut down any connection that's attempted to be forged between himself and the New York Yankees. Ahead
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 23
Pirates Announce Starting Pitchers vs. Cubs
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will face a tough Chicago Cubs team this weekend, but will do so with their top starting pitchers on the mound. The
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 23
Pirates' Don Kelly Explains Bubba Chandler Decision vs. Yankees
NEW YORK — The Pittsburgh Pirates got one of the best outings ever from starting pitcher Bubba Chandler, but it didn't go as far as it could've gone. Chandler threw 6.1 scoreless innings for the Pirates in the second game of the doubleheader vs.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 22
Max Fried dazzles in dominating return to Yankees rotation
The New York Yankees were 2-0 winners over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night, and the biggest driving force behind it was a dominant start from Max Fried in his return to the rotation for the first time in over two months.
Jake Mangum News / Field Level Media / July 22
Pirates scratch CF Jake Mangum (foot) for Game 2 vs. Yankees
Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Jake Mangum was scratched from the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the host New York Yankees due to right foot discomfort.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23
Yankees IF Jose Caballero's antics in batter's box lead to another altercation
New York Yankees infielder Jose Caballero is not making any friends around Major League Baseball when it comes to both pitchers and umpires.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 22
Yankees rally late, but Pirates take DH opener in 10 innings
Jared Triolo hit a tiebreaking RBI single with one out in the 10th inning as the Pittsburgh Pirates recovered from losing a three-run lead and outlasted the host New York Yankees for a 5-3 victory in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Just Baseball / July 22
The Young Pirate Hitting His Way Into Rookie of the Year Talks
The 2025 season was a whirlwind for Esmerlyn Valdez, and one that got little attention in the headlines. While a 19-year-old Konnor Griffin broke out and
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Just Baseball / July 21
The Numbers Underneath Esmerlyn Valdez’s Breakout
It’s Tuesday, July 21, and the Pittsburgh Pirates sit at 52-49, in a three-way tie for the last NL Wild Card spot. Winners in 13 of their last 22, the Bucs have a new cleanup hitter to thank for their recent surge.
Dennis Santana News / EasySportz / July 21
Santana Explodes After Caballero Provocation in Yankees Win
The New York Yankees offense finally woke up from its slump, pounding out eight runs to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday. But the real story didn’t start with the score.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Yardbarker / July 20
Pirates' Esmerlyn Valdez makes history in multiple ways with latest HR
Despite falling to secure a much-needed win on Monday night, a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates' red-hot offense made his rookie season historic in multiple ways.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20
Phillies' Bryce Harper, Trea Turner both hit milestones vs. Dodgers
The Philadelphia Phillies opened up a series in one of the best ways possible on Monday — full of milestones and ending in a statement win.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 20
Pirates rumors: What Pittsburgh ownership is mandating ahead of MLB trade deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates have often been on the selling end of things at the MLB Trade Deadline. This year, the Pirates may be buying instead of selling.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 20
Paul Skenes glows over Pirates outfielder who brings everything to the table
While Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes led the team to a 7-1 win over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday, as the team won the series, it also featured a standout performance from the ball club’s ninth-hole hitter.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / July 20
Pirates' Trade Deadline Plans Revealed
The Pittsburgh Pirates have positioned themselves to be buyers ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline. Entering Monday, the Pirates sit at 52-48 through 100 games.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 20
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Skenes Pitches Seven Strong, Valdez Powers up Again, Injury Updates & More
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 52-48 record and sit in third place in the National League Central standings. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured a 7-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.
Billy Cook News / Field Level Media / July 19
Unheralded Billy Cook makes key plays to help Pirates beat Guardians
Billy Cook collected three hits and drove in his first two runs of the season, fueling the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday afternoon.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 19
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Split Twin Bill, Jones Dominant, Curtis Debut, Jacob Gonzalez Sweet Swing, Deadline Strategy, & More
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 51-48 record, placing them fourth in the National League Central. Over the last 24 hours, the club split a long doubleheader in Cleveland.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / July 19
Pirates Demote Player Despite Successful MLB Stint
The Pittsburgh Pirates made a head-scratching roster move on Sunday prior to their series finale against the Cleveland Guardians. On Saturday, the team called up their No.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 19
Surprise NL Central team expected to be aggressive ahead of trade deadline
With the Aug. 3rd MLB deadline rapidly approaching, teams will soon be figuring out whether to buy or sell. One somewhat surprising team is reportedly expected to be a buyer.
Dominic Fletcher News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 19
Pirates Re-Sign Dominic Fletcher To Minor League Deal
Outfielder Dominic Fletcher is back with the Pirates on a minor league agreement, per his MLB.com transactions tracker. Fletcher was released in early July.
Khristian Curtis News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 18
Pirates Select Khristian Curtis
The Pirates have selected the contract of right-hander Khristian Curtis from Triple-A Indianapolis prior to today’s doubleheader with the Guardians. (Reporter Alex Stumpf noted earlier today that Curtis had a locker in the Pittsburgh clubhouse.).
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