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Pirates Insider Cites Weight Gain as a Reason for Paul Skenes’ Struggles

Paul Skenes was universally viewed as one of, if not the consensus best pitcher in all of baseball entering the 2026 season. A 1.62 ERA in April and a subsequent 2.87 ERA in May, after a rough first start of the year in New York against the Mets, had Skenes looking every bit like that.

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One Major Cause for Concern with Pirates' Jared Jones

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Jared Jones is one of the more exciting arms when he's on his game, but his recent approach may be hurting him.

Paul Skenes News / Viral Sports News / August 10

Pittsburgh Pirates Insider Delivers Concern About Paul Skenes

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes has added “noticeable weight” between seasons, a development that could be affecting his mechanics and overall sharpness on the mound, according to reporting from longtime baseball writer John Perrotto.

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The 'Last five-hit game by MLB team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to record five hits in the same MLB game for each franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multi-time Cy Young winners' quiz

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The 'Most HRs in one World Series' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 10

Three Intriguing Pirates Hitting Prospects To End 2026

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates' minor league affiliates are close to finishing off their seasons in the next month or so and have had some impressive showings throughout.

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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.

Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / August 10

Slumping Paul Skenes not worried about velocity as Pirates face Marlins

Pittsburgh ace Paul Skenes will try to get his season back on track Tuesday when his Pirates visit the Miami Marlins. Skenes (9-10, 3.96 ERA) is already a three-time All-Star at age 24.

Esmerlyn Valdez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 10

Pirates Can’t Afford Esmerlyn Valdez Fall Off

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates offense, as a whole, hasn't performed up to expectations over the past couple of weeks, but one player has really struggled recently.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / August 10

Pirates Prospect Murf Gray Is Conquering the Minor Leagues with a Big League Mentality

Last season, the Pittsburgh Pirates approached the MLB Draft with a key goal in mind: adding some more offensive pieces to their farm system. After taking an almost exclusively pitching-focused strategy during Ben Cherington’s tenure as the club’s general manager, the Pirates found themselves without many impact bats in their system.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 10

Pirates Playoff Hopes Fading Quickly

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are in their worst slump of the season and it's threatening to ruin their chances of playing meaningful baseball in the fall.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 9

Pirates are failing again, even after making attempt to compete

Pirates are failing again, even after making half-hearted attempt to compete

It took until Aug. 9 this season for Pittsburgh Pirates fans to return to their customary chant: "Sell the team."

Blazing bats of Bo Bichette, Luis Robert Jr. lead Mets rout of Pirates

Pirates acknowledge whiff in free agency with Marcell Ozuna's release

This may be the end for Pirates legend Andrew McCutchen

The 'MLB pitcher with complete games in 2024' quiz

Termarr Johnson News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 9

Pirates' Termarr Johnson Suffers Apparent Severe Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are waiting for top prospect Termarr Johnson to fulfill his potential, but he just recently suffered a major setback.

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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 / Field Level Media / August 9

Offense finally flowing for Pirates, who look for more vs. Mets

The Pittsburgh Pirates desperately needed Saturday's offensive outburst, which helped snap a four-game losing streak. The Pirates will next try to string victories together for the first time in two weeks when they host the New York Mets in the rubber match of a three-game series on Sunday afternoon.

Bubba Chandler News / Field Level Media / August 8

Bubba Chandler, Pirates dominate Mets in shutout

Bubba Chandler tossed six scoreless innings and the host Pirates' bats came alive as Pittsburgh blanked the New York Mets 9-0 on Saturday night. Jake Mangum had three hits, including a pair of doubles, and Nick Gonzales drove in three runs to lead the Pirates, who snapped a four-game losing streak and the Mets' four-game winning streak.

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by season' quiz

The '2026 CFB preseason Coach's Poll' quiz

The 'NFL 1,500-yard rushers' quiz

The 'Most TDs by NFL franchise' quiz

Mike Clevinger News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8

Mike Clevinger Granted Release By Pirates

Right-hander Mike Clevinger has triggered an opt-out clause and has been released by the Pirates, per Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. He’s free to sign with any team.

Carmen Mlodzinski News / Athlon Sports / August 8

Pirates Player Assigns Blame After 4th Straight Loss

The Pittsburgh Pirates dropped their fourth straight game Friday night, and Carmen Mlodzinski didn't try to shift the blame elsewhere. Making his first major league start in more than two months, Mlodzinski struggled as Pittsburgh fell 6-4 to the New York Mets.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 8

Josh Harrison gets 100% real on being able to retire with Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled in recent weeks, but had a reason to celebrate on Friday. Pittsburgh celebrated the career of utility man and star Josh Harrison.

Konnor Griffin News / Viral Sports News / August 7

Pirates’ Konnor Griffin Injury Situation Takes New Turn

The Pittsburgh Pirates continue to battle through a challenging stretch of the season as they try to stay relevant in the National League wild-card picture, with recent injury setbacks compounding their difficulties.

Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / August 7

Pirates Receive Oneil Cruz Update After 51 Missed Games

The Pittsburgh Pirates received a great update on centerfielder Oneil Cruz on Friday morning. Cruz has been out for the Pirates since June 8th and he is currently on the 60-day injured list with left hand fourth and fifth metacarpal non-displaced fractures.

Chris Devenski News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 5

Pirates Outright Chris Devenski

The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of outfielder Ronny Simón. He’ll take the roster spot of designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, who has been released.

Marcell Ozuna News / Yardbarker / August 5

Pirates acknowledge whiff in free agency with Marcell Ozuna's release

The Pittsburgh Pirates have seen enough of one disappointing free agency addition.

Will the Pirates’ Re-Built Bullpen Carry Them to October?

This may be the end for Pirates legend Andrew McCutchen

Pirates continue to bolster bullpen with pair of deals ahead of deadline

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / August 5

Will the Pirates’ Re-Built Bullpen Carry Them to October?

Heading into the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline, the Pittsburgh Pirates had one clear area they needed to upgrade to take one step closer to contention: their bullpen.

Andrew McCutchen News / Yardbarker / August 5

This may be the end for Pirates legend Andrew McCutchen

At 39 years old, McCutchen's best days are behind him.

Nationals' downhill slide continues with James Wood headed to the IL

Padres could void $32 million after pitcher's rehab setback

Rockies sign resurgent outfielder to a two-year extension

Angels DFA Jorge Soler after not finding trade partner

How Daulton Varsho trade expands Myles Straw's role with Blue Jays

Ron Marinaccio News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 3

Pirates Designate Ron Marinaccio For Assignment

Pittsburgh revamped its bullpen at the trade deadline. The club added Luke Weaver, Camilo Doval, and Lake Bachar to a unit that has struggled to put away games for much of the year.