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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / March 3
Bucs are scoring runs in the Grapefruit League 
The Pittsburgh Pirates are a surprising 9-2 in this year’s Spring Training Grapefruit League following yesterday’s 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. They are currently on a five-game win streak and have the best record in all of Spring Training.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / March 2
Team USA Makes Paul Skenes Decision at World Baseball Classic
Team USA looks primed for a deep run in the 2026 World Baseball Classic after a disappointing loss to Team Japan in the 2023 championship game. The most notable change from the previous WBC's roster is in the star-studded rotation, which for the first time features a group of Major League Baseball's top starting pitchers.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 2
Pirates Rising Prospects Power Past Rays
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Tampa Bay Rays were in a low-scoring ballgame, before the youth showed up in a big way. The Pirates got a two-run
The 'A.L. wins leaders since 2000' quiz
How many of the starting pitchers to lead the American League in wins since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Video Games News / Athlon Sports / March 2
MLB The Show 26 ‘New Legends’ List Sparks Debate — Who’s Missing?
It’s March. And that means baseball is almost back. MLB The Show 26 is just weeks away, with early access beginning March 13 and the full release on March 17.
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026
As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.
Antwone Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 2
Pirates Pitching Prospect Ready for World Baseball Classic
PITTSBURGH — Right-handed pitcher Antwone Kelly has been with the Pittsburgh Pirates during Spring Training, competing for a spot on the Opening Day roster, but also readying himself for a massive opportunity.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 2
Former Pirates First Round Pick That Could Help Out at Third Base
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ third baseman going into 2026 looks to be Jared Triolo. Triolo has always been an outstanding defender at multiple positions, especially the hot corner.
Edward Florentino News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 2
Why This Pirates Top Prospect Isn't Close — And Why That's Okay
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are filled with top prospects in their farm system, but not every player is ready for the major leagues. The Pirates have one of the best prospects in baseball in outfielder Edward Florentino, who shot up prospect rankings this offseason and most people had no idea who he was before 2025.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 2
Who the Pirates Already Know Will Be on the Opening Day Roster
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have just 24 days before they compete in their first game of the season and have a few players are already on the roster.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Stadium Rant / March 2
5 Bold Predictions For The Pirates In 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates have turned some heads this offseason by making a real attempt to build a competitive roster. That is almost unheard of in Pittsburgh, but the Pirates have finally opened the checkbook a bit.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 2
3 Pirates relief prospects that could be their next Brandan Bidois
2025 was a very good year for Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Brandan Bidois. He stayed healthy for the first time since his professional debut in 2021, tallying 61 innings.
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season
The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 2
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Sets New Spring Training Record
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin may have the pressure of being the consensus top prospect in baseball, but he hasn't shown it so far in Spring Training. Griffin has hit three home runs so far for the Pirates, leading the team and also tied for the major-league lead of any Spring Training player.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 1
Will Konnor Griffin join rare company, play his way onto Pirates’ Opening Day roster?
At age 19, Griffin is already showcasing a capacity to play at the big-league level.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / March 1
Spring training roundup: Top prospect Konnor Griffin homers again for Pirates
Konnor Griffin, the No. 1 overall prospect in baseball according to MLB Pipeline, homered once again Sunday to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-1 spring-training victory over the host St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 1
Prospects Lead Pirates to Victory Over Cardinals
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had their best future players showout in their 6-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium in Jupiter, Fla.
Jhostynxon Garcia News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 1
What Pirates' Jhostynxon Garcia's Spring Usage Says About His Role
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking for who will serve as their outfield depth this season and Jhostynxon Garcia is one player that has a shot at earning a big role.
Hunter Barco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 1
Pirates' Hunter Barco Gets Big Spring Training Chance
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the more promising young pitchers in baseball in Hunter Barco, who has a big season ahead of him. Barco will make his first Spring Training start for the Pirates, as they face the St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 1
Pirates Release 2024 MLB Draft Duo
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some top prospects from the 2024 MLB Draft still with the franchise, but they recently let go of two of their signings from the class.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 28
Ryan O’Hearn reveals why he chose Pirates in free agency
Ryan O’Hearn signed a two-year, $29 million contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates during free agency. The deal makes him the highest-paid free agent hitter signed by Pittsburgh in franchise history.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 28
3 things the Pittsburgh Pirates do before Opening Day
Spring Training is in full swing. The Pittsburgh Pirates are off to a hot start in the pre-season, and their first regular season game is just around the corner.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / February 27
Paul Skenes Backs Pirates as Pittsburgh Faces Dilemma
The Pittsburgh Pirates are trying to build a contender around Paul Skenes. Although Pittsburgh may still be a year or two away from realistically contending, the Pirates made a number of quality additions this past offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 27
Three keys to Pirates turning preseason hype into regular-season results
Believe it or not, but the Pittsburgh Pirates might be one of the biggest stories in Major League Baseball this spring.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Total Pro Sports / February 27
Pittsburgh Pirates Roster Unleashed: A Look Into The Team’s 2026 Game Plan
The Pittsburgh Pirates endured another disappointing season in 2025, thereby extending their playoff drought to a full decade. They ended on a 71-91 record to take last place in the National League Central for the fifth time in seven years.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 25
Potential extension for top prospect Konnor Griffin could get him on Pirates roster faster
While Griffin is the consensus top prospect in baseball, he only has 21 games of experience above A-ball.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21
Baseball Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski dies at 89
Bill Mazeroski, the Pittsburgh Pirates legend and National Baseball Hall of Famer renowned for his dramatic walk-off home run that clinched the 1960 World Series, has died at the age of 89.
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