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Following a brief stint on the restricted list, Pittsburgh right-hander Carmen Mlodzinski was available out of the bullpen on Tuesday for the opener of a three-game interleague series against the host Houston Astros.

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Pirates Clear Winners of Big Offseason Trade

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made some important moves this offseason, but one trade stands out as their biggest win with the performances they've gotten in 2026.

Justin Lawrence News / Bucs Dugout / June 3

Pirates trade Justin Lawrence to Twins

The Pittsburgh Pirates traded righty-reliever Justin Lawrence to the Minnesota Twins on Monday night. In return, the Pirates will receive cash considerations from the Twins.

MLB News / Sport Relay / June 3

Late Rally Lifts Pirates Past Astros

The Houston Astros fell to the Pittsburgh Pirates, 10-6, on Tuesday night at Daikin Park after a four-run sixth inning erased an early Astros lead. Yordan

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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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Oneil Cruz News / Field Level Media / June 2

Oneil Cruz's 3-run blast propels Pirates past Astros

Oneil Cruz bashed a three-run, go-ahead home run, fueling a four-run sixth inning as the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for a 10-6 victory over the Houston Astros in the opener of a three-game interleague series Tuesday.

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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.

Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 2

Pirates Slugger Returns to Field for First Time Since Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates recently got a key member of their lineup back and he'll get a big opportunity in his next game. The Pirates have Ryan O'Hearn starting at first base against the Houston Astros in the series opener at Daikin Park on June 2, marking his first start in the field in 17 days.

Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 2

Pirates' Bubba Chandler Has Crucial Role in Starting Rotation

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a big decision with their starting rotation, particularly involved rookie Bubba Chandler. The Pirates brought back Jared Jones from the 60-day injured list and placed him in the starting rotation, while they took Carmen Mlodzinski out and placed him in the bullpen, keeping Chandler as the fifth starter.

Braxton Ashcraft News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 2

Pirates Starting Pitcher Not Concerned with Innings Limit

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the best starting pitchers in baseball, but may not have him pitch as much as he or they would like this season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 2

Pirates Battling Familiar Pitcher in Astros Opener

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head out on the road and take on a pitcher that they know all too well. The Pirates face Houston Astros right-handed starting pitcher Mike Burrows in the series opener at Daikin Park on June 2, marking the first time they've faced the former Pirates pitcher.

Termarr Johnson News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 2

Pirates GM Confident Top Prospect Can Turn Things Around

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some great talent coming up through the farm system, but one top prospect hasn't lived up to expectations this season.

Carmen Mlodzinski News / Bucs Dugout / June 2

Pirates Carmen Mlodzinski back with the team and back in the bullpen

The Pittsburgh Pirates have reinstated pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski from the restricted list as he rejoins the team as a relief pitcher on their road trip in Houston.

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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.

Justin Lawrence News / Field Level Media / June 1

Twins acquire RHP Justin Lawrence from Pirates in cash deal

Right-hander Justin Lawrence, designated for assignment by the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday, was traded to the Minnesota Twins in a cash transaction on Monday.

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Justin Lawrence News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 1

Pirates Trade Justin Lawrence To Twins

The Twins announced they’ve acquired reliever Justin Lawrence from the Pirates for cash. Pittsburgh designated the right-hander for assignment last week.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 1

Pirates Reinstate Carmen Mlodzinski From Restricted List

June 1: Pittsburgh reinstated Mlodzinski from the restricted list during Monday’s off day, reports Jason Mackey of MLB.com. The right-hander tells Mackey he did not consider a trade request and will be available to pitch out of the bullpen for tomorrow’s series opener in Houston.

Nick Gonzales News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 1

Pirates' Nick Gonzales Ends Second-Longest MLB Drought

PITTSBURGH — Nick Gonzales has put together a fine season for the Pittsburgh Pirates this season, but he still had one big omission on his stat line. Gonzales

Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 1

Pirates Slugger Already Bolstering Lineup Following Injury Return

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a stellar offense so far and the return of one of their best hitters is already making them better. Ryan O'Hearn

Braxton Ashcraft News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 1

Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft Adds History to All-Star Resume

PITTSBURGH — Braxton Ashcraft has pitched amongst the best in baseball and showed that once again, as he faced the Minnesota Twins. Ashcraft posted a career-high 11 strikeouts in the 9-3 win over the Twins in the series finale at PNC Park on May 31, while allowing just five hits, a two-run home run and no walks over 80 pitches and six innings.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / June 1

Remember the Name: Murf Gray Looks Like a Star in the Making

Last year, the Pittsburgh Pirates had many areas that they needed to address during the MLB Draft. With their offense ranking dead last in nearly every category, the Pirates were expected to go all-in on acquiring high-end bats early in the draft.

Joe LaSorsa News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 1

Pirates Relief Pitcher Exercising Upward Mobility Clause - Again

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher will look outside of the franchise for his ultimate goal this season. Pirates left-handed relief pitcher Joe La Sorsa is choosing to exercise his upward mobility clause on June 1, according to Ari Alexander of 7News Boston , where he'll try to find a MLB team that wants his services.

Joe LaSorsa News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 31

Joe La Sorsa To Exercise Upward Mobility Clause In Pirates Contract

For the second time this year, Joe La Sorsa will trigger an upward mobility clause in his minor league deal with the Pirates. 7 News’ Ari Alexander reports that La Sorsa will exercise the clause tomorrow, and the Pirates will then have to offer the left-hander to the other 29 big league clubs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 31

Pirates' Ben Cherington offers insight on Carmen Mlodzinski situation

Placing Mlodzinski on the restricted list raised some eyebrows, prompting a response from Cherington, who stressed that both the front office and Mlodzinski are having "conversations."

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Pirates lose star shortstop Konnor Griffin to a potential serious injury

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Konnor Griffin News / Yardbarker / June 1

Pirates lose Konnor Griffin to a potential serious injury

Pirates lose star shortstop Konnor Griffin to a potential serious injury

Griffin struggled in his first month as a big leaguer, batting .231 with a .631 OPS and two home runs, but found his stride once the calendar flipped to May.

Pirates' Ben Cherington offers insight on Carmen Mlodzinski situation

Pirates' Spencer Horwitz emerging as one of the most underrated bats

Dave Roberts provides worrisome update on Tyler Glasnow

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Red Sox's Sonny Gray has been highly effective after IL stint

Blue Jays targeting Shane Bieber's return to help boost rotation

Termarr Johnson News / Inside The Diamonds / June 1

Pittsburgh Pirates Notes: Magnum Does it All, Johnson & Gray Power Up

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 31-28 record after securing a high-scoring series victory over the Minnesota Twins. The club survived a back-and-forth thriller at PNC Park over the last 24 hours.