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Three Teams Pirates Can Trade Mitch Keller to

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have to get crafty with their payroll this offseason, and one way they could do that is by moving starting pitcher Mitch Keller.

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Some pending free agents the Pirates could consider re-signing

The offseason is officially underway for the Pittsburgh Pirates and there are a lot of things they need to figure out before the start of the 2027 season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 23

What Pirates Can Learn From the Two World Series Rosters

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates weren't close to making the postseason, and even further from reaching the World Series, but there is still hope they can do so in the future.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 22

Pirates Prospect Hoping Defense Gets Him Major League Looks

PITTSBURGH — Defense is an important part of baseball, something the Pittsburgh Pirates know all too well and have tried to find ways to improve upon. The Pirates named infielder Jesus Castillo as their Bill Mazeroski Defender of the Year , honoring the best defensive player in their farm system.

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Seth Hernandez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 22

Pirates Have Two Future Stars Who Could Change the Franchise

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have recently seen some great talents emerge from their farm system, and two more names should join the list. The Pirates named their top two minor league award winners: right-handed pitcher Seth Hernandez for the Bob Friend Pitcher of the Year and third baseman Murf Gray for the Honus Wagner Player of the Year.

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Josh Jung News / Just Baseball / October 22

Josh Jung and the Pirates Could Be a Match Made in Heaven

If there’s one area where the 2026 Pittsburgh Pirates were more than successful, it was their offense’s performance. After ranking near the bottom of the league in nearly every single offensive category year after year, the Pirates came out swinging this season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 22

Pirates Pitching Prospect Who Could Bolster Bullpen in 2027

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had issues with their bullpen last season, but there are some internal options to help them in 2027. The Pirates named right-handed relief pitcher Derek Diamond as their Kent Tekulve Reliever of the Year, honoring the best bullpen arm in the farm system.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 21

2026 World Series Should Excite Pirates Fans

For Pittsburgh Pirates supporters, the annual Fall Classic has often been a painful reminder of the financial divide that separates their club from baseball’s elite.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 21

One World Series Player Who Would Be Perfect Fit for Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have postseason dreams and the goal of eventually winning the World Series, but they are still far from achieving them.

Termarr Johnson News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 20

Pirates Optimistic About One of Their Biggest, Most Polarizing Prospects

PITTSBURGH — Termarr Johnson hasn't lived up to expectations many Pittsburgh Pirates fans had, but the franchise still has great faith in him. The Pirates selected Johnson with the fourth overall pick in the 2022 MLB Draft out of Benjamin E.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 20

Pirates Announce First Round of Minor League Awards

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had some top performers in the lower level of the minor leagues this season and have honored them for their efforts.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 20

Two Impending Free Agents Still Playing in October Who Should Interest Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates aren't playing postseason baseball, but a few players still in it could help them reach that goal in 2027. The Pirates clinched their first winning season since 2018, going 82-80, but still fell far short of the playoffs .

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 20

Pirates Must Target Japanese Superstar This Offseason

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have the potential for a fantastic team in 2027, and they'll need to make additions to improve upon it. Japanese superstar Teruaki Sato will be available for MLB teams this winter, as the Hanshin Tigers of Nippon Professional Baseball, the main Japanese professional league, announced that they will post him.

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Paul Skenes News / EasySportz / October 19

Could Paul Skenes Leave the Pirates as Questions Grow About Pittsburgh’s Future?

The future of Paul Skenes with the Pittsburgh Pirates is becoming a major storyline as the organization enters another important offseason. The superstar right-hander has established himself as one of baseball’s premier pitchers, but questions remain about whether Pittsburgh can build a competitive team around him.

Paul Skenes News / EssentiallySports / October 19

Paul Skenes’ Pirates Future Under Threat as Salary Concerns Raise Major Questions

With a generational talent like Paul Skenes, the Pirates face a $7.2M decision on their ace. It’s a question that has followed the ace since his sensational MLB debut.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 18

The Clock Is Now Ticking on the Pirates’ Current Core

The 2026 season for the Pittsburgh Pirates was full of extreme highs and lows. At times, the Pirates looked like a glimmering contender that was capable of sticking with the best in the National League, but for every one exciting win, it seemed like the Pirates experienced multiple soul-crushing losses that put them right back at square one.

Brian Reith News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 14

Twins Hire Brian Reith As Pitching Coach

The Twins announced Wednesday that they’ve named Brian Reith their new pitching coach, replacing Pete Maki, whose contract wasn’t renewed at season’s end.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / October 14

Former Pittsburgh Pirates Coach Has Died

The Pittsburgh Pirates baseball community has lost one of its own. Guy Conti, born in the city and raised in nearby Freeport, died October 13 at age 84 after a lengthy illness.

Braxton Ashcraft News / New Baseball Media / October 12

Looking at Braxton Ashcraft’s Breakout 2026 Season

As we continue to look at the best breakout stories from the 2026 MLB season, we move to Pirates sophomore pitcher Braxton Ashcraft. Reds pitcher Chase Burns wasn’t the only young arm in the NL Central who broke out during the 2026 campaign.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 9

Pirates Promote Justin Newman To Director Of Amateur Scouting

When he met with reporters in late September, Pirates general manager Ben Cherington revealed that he planned to hire a full-time scouting director. Two weeks later, Cherington accomplished his goal.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 7

Pittsburgh Pirates Arbitration Projections and Tender Decisions

Once a team comes up with its projected salary for all of its arbitration-eligible players, it will begin a tender analysis to simply determine: “Are we comfortable guaranteeing Player X this much money?” If the answer is yes, the player will be tendered a contract prior to the mid-November Tender Deadline.

Brandon Lowe News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 4

The Pirates Nailed The Brandon Lowe Trade

The Astros went into last offseason in search of rotation depth. The Rays were looking to offload a cumbersome contract (by their standards). Enter the Pirates, who seized the opportunity and came away with a tremendous trade haul.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / September 23

Brandon Lowe will be big test for how serious Pirates are about competing

If you are serious about winning, write the check. Find a way to get it done. Offer him something that persuades him from wanting to leave.

Cardinals ride 5 early runs to snap Pirates’ 5-game win streak

Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval

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Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / September 22

Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval

The Pittsburgh Pirates were buyers at the 2026 MLB trade deadline, adding several relievers in an attempt to make a playoff push. One of those relievers has been jettisoned from the roster.

Paul Skenes admits World Baseball Classic affected his season

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Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / September 21