Pittsburgh Pirates: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / February 6

What would a successful 2026 season look like for the Pirates?

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been more aggressive than usual in the offseason acquiring veteran players like Brandon Lowe, Ryan O’Hearn and Jose Urquidy.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 6

MLB Insider Sees Pittsburgh Pirates Trading Paul Skenes After Tarik Skubal Wins Arbitration

Tarik Skubal received a ruling in his favor from the three-man panel in the landmark arbitration hearing with the Detroit Tigers in Arizona on Thursday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 6

Which Pirates Will Feature at 2026 World Baseball Classic?

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few players that will participate in the upcoming World Baseball Classic this spring. There are 14 Pirates players that will play in the 2026 WBC, which includes right-handed starting pitcher Paul Skenes for Team USA and first baseman Spencer Horwitz for Team Israel.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

The Pirates’ Top 5 Third Base Trade Targets

The Pittsburgh Pirates may consider upgrading third base before the end of the offseason. Jared Triolo is currently penciled in as the Pirates’ go-to answer at the hot corner.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 6

The Pirates Top 5 Third Base Trade Targets

The Pittsburgh Pirates may consider upgrading third base before the end of the offseason. Jared Triolo is currently penciled in as the Pirates’ go-to answer at the hot corner.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

3 Pirates Non-Roster Invitees to Watch This Spring (Not Named Konnor Griffin)

Every MLB team will bring a handful of non-roster invitees to spring training. The Pittsburgh Pirates have the most notable NRI, with consensus number-one prospect Konnor Griffin.

Jose Urquidy News / Yardbarker / February 5

Pirates take low cost flier on Jose Urquidy

The Pittsburgh Pirates were unable to lure Framber Valdez to Pittsburgh. However, they did add another former Astros pitcher on Thursday.

Pirates' sudden willingness to spend should include Paul Skenes

Left-hander Framber Valdez's contract with Tigers makes history in multiple ways

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 5

Pirates Sign Former Astros Right-Handed Pitcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made another signing that will bolster their bullpen for 2026. The Pirates are signing right-handed pitcher José Urquidy to a one-year, $1.5 million deal, pending a physical, according to sources.

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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 Trade Rumors / February 5

Pirates To Sign José Urquidy

The Pirates and right-hander José Urquidy are in agreement on a contract, reports Will Sammon of The Athletic. He’ll earn $1.5MM on a one-year deal, Jon Heyman of the New York Post adds.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / February 5

Top Pirates Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates set their sights high this offseason, and they’ve delivered upon their promises to increase payroll and add to the roster. With the additions of Brandon Lowe, Ryan O’Hearn, and others, it’s been a big winter for the club.

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Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 5

Pirates' Konnor Griffin Gives Back to High School

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star prospect Konnor Griffin has an important season ahead of him and while his focus is on self-improvement, he also is cognizant of where he came from and how that's made him the person he is today.

Marcell Ozuna News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 5

Does Marcell Ozuna Fit With Pirates in 2026?

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have added this offseason, but could still use another bat for their lineup in 2026. Marcell Ozuna is one free agent the Pirates have interest in and could reasonably get on a contract for next season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 5

Pirates Named Best Farm System in Baseball

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into 2026 with some of the top young talent in all of baseball, and it shows throughout the minor leagues. Baseball America thinks so as well, naming the Pirates farm system the best of any of the 30 major league teams.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 5

Pirates Offseason Outlook After Framber Valdez News

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates showed interest in one of the best free agent starting pitchers, but those reports soon came and went as he ended up elsewhere.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / February 5

What year permantly changed how you watch baseball?

As a Pittsburgh Pirates fan who is younger than 50-years-old, there has not been a lot of marquee moments from the club in my lifetime. While it was incredible watching the Pirates return to the postseason and earn an NL Wild Card win over the rival Cincinnati Reds, I’ve gotta say it just wasn’t enough.

MLB News / Total Pro Sports / February 5

Pittsburgh Pirates Linked To Mets For Potential Two-Player Trade As Rumors Swirl

The Pittsburgh Pirates are certainly showing greater determination to get closer to playoff contention this year. They have completed several promising additions to their roster, besides failing spectacularly in their efforts to sign some top free agents.

Framber Valdez News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 4

Pirates’ rumored Framber Valdez interest draws blunt 2-word message from ex-player

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ offseason has taken an unexpected turn, placing the club at the center of one of early February’s most closely watched MLB storylines.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 4

Pirates sign pitcher, but it’s not Framber Valdez

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed right-handed pitcher Mike Clevinger to a minor league contract on Wednesday, the team announced. Clevinger received an invite to spring training as well.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 4

Pirates' sudden willingness to spend should include Paul Skenes

Signing Skenes to an extension would show that the Pirates are serious about building a contending team and could help lure other top free agents if they continue to shop at the top of the market.

Pirates taking another swing in free agency, eyeing All-Star pitcher

Carlos Santana finds another opportunity with Diamondbacks

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder after losing out on top stars?

Yankees' endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

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Framber Valdez News / Bucs Dugout / February 4

Pirates reportedly “aggressive” in pursuit of star left-hander Framber Valdez

The Pittsburgh Pirates are still attempting to make a big splash in free agency after all. After watching Kyle Schwarber, Eugenio Suarez, and others come off the board and sign with rival National League contenders, the Pirates may improve an already strong portion of the team: starting pitching.