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On YouTubeRyan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10
Most Likely Defense Positions for Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finally completed their top free agent signing this offseason in Ryan O'Hearn. O'Hearn joins the Pirates on a two-year, $29 million deal, which has another $1 million in incentives , which could make him $30 million.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10
Pirates GM Addresses Remaining Offseason Needs
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had one of the more eventful offseasons in a long time, giving their fanbase some hope they can compete in 2026.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10
Pirates Reveal Ryan O'Hearn's Uniform Number
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates announced their big free agent signing on Jan. 8 in slugger Ryan O'Hearn. The Pirates signed O'Hearn on a two-year, $29 million deal, which marks their second-biggest free agent deal in franchise history and the highest AAV for any free agent contract ever.
The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz
MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9
Pirates Looking To Add Left Side Infielder, Rotation Depth
The Pirates finalized their two-year deal with Ryan O’Hearn on Thursday. That signing paired with the Brandon Lowe trade gives the Bucs a couple of middle-of-the-order bats from the left side.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 9
Pirates Opening Day Game Earns National TV Spotlight
The crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd, and the familiar voices of a national broadcast. This classic American combination will feel both nostalgic and thrillingly new on March 26, 2026.
Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 9
Ryan O'Hearn Explains Why He Signed With Pirates
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finally completed their big free agent signing of the offseason in slugger Ryan O'Hearn. The Pirates officially announced that they signed Ryan O'Hearn to a two-year deal on Jan.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 9
Pirates No Longer Linked To Three-Time Batting Champion
With the regular season just a few months away, the Pittsburgh Pirates are still trying to figure out who they should add to round out their infield. According to Just Baseball, Luis Arraez is no longer a candidate.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 9
Pirates Could Reunite With Veteran Utility Player
Knowing how aggressive the Pittsburgh Pirates have been so far, there's no reason for them to stop now. While reuniting with this 31-year-old wouldn't break the internet, it could provide the team with some extra depth for a steal of a price.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 9
Pirates Sign Former Mets Reliever
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates aren't done building their potential bullpen for 2026, as they made another recent addition. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reported that the Pirates are in agreement with right-handed relief pitcher Chris Devenski on a minor-league contract.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 9
Pirates Reach Agreement with Arbitration-Eligible Players
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one part of their offseason completed, as they officially brought back a number of players for next season. The Pirates reached agreement with their remaining arbitration-eligible players before the deadline on Jan.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 9
Ryan O’Hearn admits he did his ‘research’ before signing with Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made adding pop a priority this offseason. They were inexplicably one of the teams that were seriously in on Kyle Schwarber in free agency before he returned to the Philadelphia Phillies, and against standard operating procedure, they managed to ink veteran slugger Ryan O’Hearn to a two-year, $29 million deal.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / January 8
2025 MLB Farm Review: Cleveland Guardians
The Cleveland Guardians have been a pitching factory for years. However, their farm system hitters took center stage in 2025, as Travis Bazzana had his first full pro season this past year.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 8
Pirates Make Corresponding Move After Ryan O'Hearn Signing
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made their signing of top free agent Ryan O'Hearn official on Jan. 9, inking the slugger to a two-year deal. O'Hearn brings with him three years of top play, including averaging around an .800 OPS and about 15 home runs per season, while also having experience at multiple positions defensively.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 8
Pirates agree to contract with ex-Mets reliever
The Pittsburgh Pirates continued shaping their bullpen picture Thursday, adding experience through a minor league contract while maintaining roster flexibility.
Chase Shugart News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8
Pirates To Designate Chase Shugart For Assignment
The Pirates are designating reliever Chase Shugart for assignment, reports Jason Mackey of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. They needed to create a 40-man roster spot for Ryan O’Hearn, whose two-year free agent contract was finalized this afternoon.
Joey Bart News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 8
Pirates Agree to Deal With Joey Bart, Avoid Arbitration
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have an important player back at catcher for 2026, who will fill an important role for the ballclub. Alex Stumpf of MLB.com reported that the Pirates have avoided arbitration with catcher Joey Bart on a one-year, $2.53 million deal.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 8
Pirates Avoid Arbitration With Oneil Cruz
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates wanted to make sure they had Oneil Cruz back for 2026 and they have officially done so. The Pirates and Oneil Cruz agreed to a one-year, $3.3 million deal for 2026, as they avoided arbitration, according to Robert Murray of FanSided .
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 8
Pirates Avoid Arbitration with Star Reliever
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have important dealings with arbitration-eligible players ahead of the deadline and made sure they brought back one of their most crucial relief pitchers for 2026.
Tsung-Che Cheng News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8
Rays Claim Tsung-Che Cheng
The Rays announced Thursday morning that they have claimed infielder Tsung-Che Cheng off waivers from the Pirates. The Bucs designated him for assignment last month.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 8
Yankees have a controversial candidate to replace Cody Bellinger
It's been weeks since the Winter Meetings, and the Yankees have yet to make a splash in free agency.
Brandon Lowe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 8
Pirates’ Brandon Lowe makes hilarious admission on potentially hitting home run into Allegheny River
Newly acquired second baseman Brandon Lowe is already making a splash in Pittsburgh, not just for his two-time All-Star resume but for his fun, easygoing take on his new home stadium at the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Marco Luciano News / Field Level Media / January 7
O's claim former top prospect Marco Luciano off waivers from Pirates
The Baltimore Orioles claimed outfielder Marco Luciano, a former top minor league prospect, off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday. In other
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / January 7
With Okamoto Off the Table, Pirates Pivot to Other Third Base Options
Now that Kuzama Okamoto has said sayonara to playing in Pittsburgh, the Pirates now turn to other third base options. It’s unknown how seriously Okamoto considered signing with the Pirates.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / January 6
Pirates' Jared Jones Sends Message to Paul Skenes After Off-Field Move
The Pittsburgh Pirates had another disappointing year in 2025, missing out on the MLB playoffs for the 10th straight season. Even so, there are bright spots giving fans hope as the club looks to take a meaningful step forward in 2026, particularly because of the team’s young starting pitchers.
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