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Pirates Rookie Catcher Gets Big Opportunity During Dodgers Game

Pirates Rookie Catcher Gets Big Opportunity During Dodgers Game

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have the chance for a series win over the Los Angeles Dodgers at PNC Park and have a new player that could help them do just that.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 11

Oniel Cruz expected to miss a month, Pirates recall Esmerlyn Valdez

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ offense took another major hit this week. Already without shortstop Konnor Griffin due to a forearm injury, the middle of the order will lose one of baseball’s lone 30/30 candidates for the foreseeable future.

Joey Bart News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 11
Pirates Catcher Finally Starts Rehab Assignment

Pirates Catcher Finally Starts Rehab Assignment

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a few players go on the injured list, but one player is making his way back towards eventually returning this season.

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

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Tyler Callihan News / Inside The Diamonds / June 11
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Complete Comeback, Injuries Mount, & The Emergence of Callihan

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Complete Comeback, Injuries Mount, & The Emergence of Callihan

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 35-33 record. They sit in third place in the NL Central after a resilient win at PNC Park. The club snapped a four-game losing streak.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 11
Pirates, after thrilling win, look for repeat victory vs. Dodgers

Pirates, after thrilling win, look for repeat victory vs. Dodgers

A dream game years in the making for Tyler Callihan has the host Pittsburgh Pirates carrying momentum into the decisive contest of the three-game series versus the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 11
Pirates Make Big Statement in Win Over Dodgers

Pirates Make Big Statement in Win Over Dodgers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates faced another game where they fell behind and looked like they'd be headed towards another defeat in a season where they can't afford them.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 11
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Takes Major Step in Injury Recovery

Pirates' Konnor Griffin Takes Major Step in Injury Recovery

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates want shortstop Konnor Griffin back as soon as possible and he's on his way back from his first MLB injury. Griffin began his throwing program at PNC Park on June 10, throwing up to 90 feet and also engaging in other fielding drills, which he has done since he learned of his injury.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 11
Pirates Rookie Delivers Much-Needed Power in Win Over Dodgers

Pirates Rookie Delivers Much-Needed Power in Win Over Dodgers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates were looking for any runs after a poor stretch of games and one underlooked player came through and did just that. Pirates rookie Tyler Callihan hit two home runs in the 9-8 win over the Los Angeles Dodgers at PNC Park on June 10, with his four RBI making a big difference in the victory.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 10
Tyler Callihan powers Pirates to comeback win with first career HRs

Tyler Callihan powers Pirates to comeback win with first two career HRs

In a game with multiple headlines, an unexpected big performance on Wednesday helped the Pittsburgh Pirates mount a comeback to even their series with the defending back-to-back champion Los Angeles Dodgers. 

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The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
MLB News / Field Level Media / June 10
Tyler Callihan's first career homers get Pirates comeback win over Dodgers

Tyler Callihan's first career homers get Pirates comeback win over Dodgers

On a night Shohei Ohtani pitched, Tyler Callihan stole the show, hitting the first two home runs of his career, including one off Ohtani to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 9-8 comeback win over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday night.

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

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 / June 10
Pirates Catcher Departs Dodgers Game With Injury

Pirates Catcher Departs Dodgers Game With Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates continue dealing with injuries this season and another catcher is dealing with one. Catcher Endy Rodríguez left the game after the seventh inning vs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 10
Pirates' Bryan Reynolds Robs Shohei Ohtani of Home Run

Pirates' Bryan Reynolds Robs Shohei Ohtani of Home Run

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates left fielder Bryan Reynolds isn't known for his great defense, but he made perhaps the best play he'll ever make in the outfield.

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The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz
 The 'Single-playoff goal leaders' quiz
The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz
 The 'Youngest 30-point NBA Finals games' quiz
The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz
 The 'NHL Hart Trophy winners' quiz
The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound seasons' quiz
 The 'Most 20-point, 10-rebound seasons' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 10
Pirates Unveil 2026 Hall of Fame Class

Pirates Unveil 2026 Hall of Fame Class

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates announced the players that made their annual Hall of Fame Class. The Pirates revealed the three players in their 2026 Hall of Fame Class, including left-handed pitchers in Wilbur Cooper (1912-24) John Candelaria (1975-85, 1993) and shortstop Jack Wilson (2001-09).

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 10
Pirates place OF Oneil Cruz on injured list

Pirates place OF Oneil Cruz on injured list

The Pirates announced that outfielder Oneil Cruz has been placed on the 10-day injured list.

The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz
Joey Bart News / Athlon Sports / June 10
Pirates Make a Decision on Joey Bart

Pirates Make a Decision on Joey Bart

The Pittsburgh Pirates appear close to getting one of their catchers back from the injured list. Ahead of their game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday, Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that catcher Joey Bart will commence a rehab assignment with Single-A Bradenton tonight.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 10
Pirates Rising Catcher Placed on Paternity Leave

Pirates Rising Catcher Placed on Paternity Leave

The Pittsburgh Pirates have announced some news at catcher before the second game of their series at PNC Park against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Henry Davis was placed on the paternity list, and Rafael Flores Jr.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 10
Three bullpen arms the Pirates should target at the MLB trade deadline

Three bullpen arms the Pirates should target at the MLB trade deadline

Blown saves have been the biggest issue with the Pirates' lackluster bullpen.

Top of Red Sox lineup sets new mark for single-game futility
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Dodgers' Freddie Freeman strengthens HOF case with career milestone
The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz
Paul Skenes News / Inside The Diamonds / June 10
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Take Early Lead, Skenes Looked Dominant, & A Deep Dive into the Bad Bullpen

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Take Early Lead, Skenes Looked Dominant, & A Deep Dive into the Bad Bullpen

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 34-33 record after falling back to just one game over .500. The club suffered its fourth consecutive loss on Tuesday night.

Oneil Cruz News / Just Baseball / June 10
The Key to Oneil Cruz’s Rebound: A Simple but Effective Swing Adjustment

The Key to Oneil Cruz’s Rebound: A Simple but Effective Swing Adjustment

Every year, the beginning of the MLB season produces some truly electric breakouts, as players across the league (both young and old) open the season on a tear at the plate.

Paul Skenes News / HerSportsNation / June 10

Olivia Dunne Reacts as Paul Skenes Makes Time for Young Baseball Fans

Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher, Paul Skenes, was seen playing at Franklin Park with kids at the Ingomar Franklin Park Little League. Former Louisiana State University Tigers gymnast and girlfriend of Skenes, Olivia Dunne, reacted to it on a social media post.

Carson Fulmer News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 9
Mariners Acquire Carson Fulmer

Mariners Acquire Carson Fulmer

The Pirates have traded right-hander Carson Fulmer to the Mariners, reports Alex Stumpf. Fulmer was not on Pittsburgh’s 40-man roster and won’t need a spot with Seattle, unless his minor league deal contained some kind of opt-out or upward mobility clause.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / June 8
Pirates' Paul Skenes out to correct course as Dodgers visit

Pirates' Paul Skenes out to correct course as Dodgers visit

Paul Skenes has often thrived in the role of stopper and will try to fill the role again on Tuesday night when the Pittsburgh Pirates host the Los Angeles Dodgers in the opener of a three-game series.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 8
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Swept By Braves, Horwitz Hits 8th, & Lowe Dodges Bullet

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Swept By Braves, Horwitz Hits 8th, & Lowe Dodges Bullet

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 34-32 record and sit in third place in the NL Central. The club completed a road trip in Atlanta over the last 24 hours.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / June 8
Pirates GM Ben Cherington gives update on Konnor Griffin

Pirates GM Ben Cherington gives update on Konnor Griffin

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been without Griffin since May 31, and it could be longer.

Pirates roster moves may hide subtle message
MLB-best Braves rely on Bryce Elder to secure sweep vs. Pirates
Athletics reportedly eyeing rotation upgrade
Can Phillies' Andrew Painter bounce back after dreadful start?
Mets' Freddy Peralta reportedly seeking massive deal in free agency
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 7
Pirates Select Davis Wendzel, Transfer Chris Devenski To 60-Day IL

Pirates Select Davis Wendzel, Transfer Chris Devenski To 60-Day IL

The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of infielder Davis Wendzel from Triple-A Indianapolis. Outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia is being optioned in Wendzel’s place.

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