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Cody Bellinger News / Bucs Dugout / January 12
Pirates should go all in, sign Cody Bellinger away from Yankees 
The Pittsburgh Pirates are showing a bit more aggression in free agency this offseason by making some signings and trades to help improve the offense. Adding players like Brandon Lowe, Jake Mangum and Ryan O’Hearn shows an initiative to be better on offense.
Don Kelly News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12
Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn Reveals First Impression of Don Kelly
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made important steps towards building a better lineup, including signing free agent O'Hearn. O'Hearn joins the Pirates on a two-year, $29 million deal, officially signed on Jan.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12
Pirates Named Fit for Top Free Agent Catcher
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made some big-time moves this offseason, as they try and improve their lineup for 2026. The Pirates added Brandon Lowe , who led all second basemen with 31 home runs in 2025, in a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays, that also included outfielder Jake Mangum and left-handed relief pitcher Mason Montgomery .
The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz
MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 12
Konnor Griffin Praises Pirates for 2025 Season
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin had a sensational 2025 season and flourished in the Pittsburgh Pirates farm system. Griffin joined the Pirates as the ninth overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft out of Jackson Preparatory School in Jackson, Miss.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
Zack Littell News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11
Key Free Agent Pitcher Pirates Are Sleeping On
After playing ten games for a division rival last season, the Pittsburgh Pirates must keep an eye on Zack Littell. Littell, 30, just put up career highs in starts (32) and innings pitched (186 2/3).
Harrison Bader News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11
Pirates Could Add $25 Million Outfielder
After declining his $10 million option, the Pittsburgh Pirates could be in the market for Harrison Bader. The righty is no stranger to the NL Central having spent 2017-22 with the St.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / January 11
Pirates 2026 Rotation: So Many Arms, So Few Spots
For years, Pittsburgh Pirates fans have patiently (well, some impatiently) waited for their highly touted starting rotation of the future. That future is now.
Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11
Pirates' Andrew McCutchen Addresses Testing for PEDs
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star Andrew McCutchen has had one of the greatest careers in franchise history and many want to see him continue on into 2026.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11
Pirates Named Best Landing Spot for Top Free Agent
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates can still improve their roster this offseason with another big move, even after a strong winter so far. The Pirates signed free agent Ryan O'Hearn to a two-year, $29 million deal on Jan.
Paul Skenes News / Bucs Dugout / January 11
Pirates projected starting rotation may have promised beyond Paul Skenes
The Pittsburgh Pirates starting rotation is headlined by third-year pro Paul Skenes, who has taken the league by storm since he entered as a rookie in 2024.
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 / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 11
Pirates Sign Former Twins Pitcher
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are adding bullpen pieces to their organization ahead of the upcoming season. The Pirates signed right-handed pitcher Noah Davis to a minor league contract on Jan.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10
Three Innings-Eating Pitchers Pirates Should Consider Adding
While money isn't everything, it sure is important to a team like the Pittsburgh Pirates . No one can take away the fact the Pirates have made a few moves this offseason, but those still might not be enough to get them to the next level.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10
Pirates Should Chase $90 Million Red Sox Outfielder
No team can ever have too much outfield depth, but the Pittsburgh Pirates would be able to use Masataka Yoshida in the designated hitter spot as well. While that spot is currently reserved for Ryan O'Hearn, anything can happen throughout the season.
Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10
Most Likely Defense Positions for Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finally completed their top free agent signing this offseason in Ryan O'Hearn. O'Hearn joins the Pirates on a two-year, $29 million deal, which has another $1 million in incentives , which could make him $30 million.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10
Pirates GM Addresses Remaining Offseason Needs
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had one of the more eventful offseasons in a long time, giving their fanbase some hope they can compete in 2026.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 10
Pirates Reveal Ryan O'Hearn's Uniform Number
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates announced their big free agent signing on Jan. 8 in slugger Ryan O'Hearn. The Pirates signed O'Hearn on a two-year, $29 million deal, which marks their second-biggest free agent deal in franchise history and the highest AAV for any free agent contract ever.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 9
Pirates Looking To Add Left Side Infielder, Rotation Depth
The Pirates finalized their two-year deal with Ryan O’Hearn on Thursday. That signing paired with the Brandon Lowe trade gives the Bucs a couple of middle-of-the-order bats from the left side.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / January 9
2025 MLB Farm Review: Kansas City Royals
Thanks to Bobby Witt Jr., the Royals have one of the best foundational players in all of the Majors. Now, the goal is to build a sustainable winner around him, plus Salvador Perez, Cole Ragans, and Vinnie Pasquantino.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 9
Pirates Opening Day Game Earns National TV Spotlight
The crack of the bat, the roar of the crowd, and the familiar voices of a national broadcast. This classic American combination will feel both nostalgic and thrillingly new on March 26, 2026.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 9
Ryan O’Hearn admits he did his ‘research’ before signing with Pirates
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made adding pop a priority this offseason. They were inexplicably one of the teams that were seriously in on Kyle Schwarber in free agency before he returned to the Philadelphia Phillies, and against standard operating procedure, they managed to ink veteran slugger Ryan O’Hearn to a two-year, $29 million deal.
Chase Shugart News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 8
Pirates To Designate Chase Shugart For Assignment
The Pirates are designating reliever Chase Shugart for assignment, reports Jason Mackey of The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. They needed to create a 40-man roster spot for Ryan O’Hearn, whose two-year free agent contract was finalized this afternoon.
MLB News / Yardbarker / January 8
Yankees have a controversial candidate to replace Cody Bellinger
It's been weeks since the Winter Meetings, and the Yankees have yet to make a splash in free agency.
Brandon Lowe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 8
Pirates’ Brandon Lowe makes hilarious admission on potentially hitting home run into Allegheny River
Newly acquired second baseman Brandon Lowe is already making a splash in Pittsburgh, not just for his two-time All-Star resume but for his fun, easygoing take on his new home stadium at the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Marco Luciano News / Field Level Media / January 7
O's claim former top prospect Marco Luciano off waivers from Pirates
The Baltimore Orioles claimed outfielder Marco Luciano, a former top minor league prospect, off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday. In other
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