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Esmerlyn Valdez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 25
Pirates Fans Get Sign of Hope With Esmerlyn Valdez Play
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates needed anything offensively in their recent slump, and Esmerlyn Valdez did exactly that. The rookie right fielder hit a solo home run for the Pirates in the top of the sixth inning against the San Diego Padres in the series opener at Petco Park on Aug.
Tony Blanco News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 25
Pirates Prospect Delivering on Power Potential
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are always looking for their next power hitter to come through the farm system, and one player is clearly doing that in 2026.
Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / August 25
Pirates' Paul Skenes strives to regain dominance in clash vs. Padres
The Pittsburgh Pirates' extra-inning win over the San Diego Padres on Monday might be classified as a case of too little, too late when it comes to Pittsburgh's playoff hopes.
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
Kirby Yates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 25
Pirates Continue to Win Kirby Yates Trades
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates faced one of their tougher and longer games of the season and needed their bullpen to step up for them. Veteran right-handed relief pitcher Kirby Yates did exactly that for the Pirates, as they took on a strong San Diego Padres team in the series opener at Petco Park on Aug.
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.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 25
Pirates' Braxton Ashcraft Dealt Bizarre Balk Call
PITTSBURGH — Braxton Ashcraft looked like he'd have another incredible outing for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but found himself in the middle of a strange decision from the umpire crew.
MLB News / Field Level Media / August 25
Nick Gonzales' 12th-inning RBI sends Pirates past Padres
Nick Gonzales' RBI single in the top of the 12th inning Monday night lifted the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 win over the San Diego Padres. Gonzales' bouncer up the middle scored Jared Triolo, the automatic runner at second.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 24
Three Things to Know About Pirates Lineup Change vs. Padres
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into another important series against the San Diego Padres with a few changes to their lineup. The Pirates made three big alterations to their lineup ahead of the series opener vs.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 24
Pirates Wild Card Dreams All But Lost
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates came into the 2026 season with high hopes and an exciting roster that gave them the confidence they could finally make a run at the postseason.
Khristian Curtis News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 24
Pirates Rookie Making Case for Future Opportunities
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates still have a few weeks left in the season, but they'll be looking ahead to 2027 and which players they see contributing to the team in the future.
Braxton Ashcraft News / TWSN / August 24
Braxton Ashcraft Pitching Matchup & Analysis (August 24th)
Braxton Ashcraft has been overshadowed by Paul Skenes in the past, but he’s put together two very strong seasons to start his MLB career. As a rookie, Ashcraft pitched in 69.2 innings, where he had a 2.71 ERA and 2.0 WAR.
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.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 23
Pirates Catcher Could Undergo Surgery
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates continue dealing with injuries and one catcher might have to miss the rest of the campaign. Pirates catcher Endy Rodríguez
Khristian Curtis News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 23
Pirates’ Khristian Curtis Gets Second Opportunity After Dazzling Debut
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few exciting rookie pitchers who they will give chances to the rest of the season and right-hander Khristian Curtis is one of them.
Paul Skenes News / Viral Sports News / August 21
Pirates Manager Makes Alarming Paul Skenes Statement
Pittsburgh Pirates manager Don Kelly offered a measured update on ace Paul Skenes as the team prepared to open a series against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday night in California.
Brandon Lowe News / Yardbarker / August 21
Pirates' Brandon Lowe leads all second basemen in key offensive metrics
The Pittsburgh Pirates' offseason acquisition of Brandon Lowe continues to be a massive win for the team, as he leads all second basemen in key offensive metrics.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Viral Sports News / August 21
Pirates Have Reportedly Signed 22-Year-Old Outfielder
The Pittsburgh Pirates made a low-key addition to their organization Thursday, signing a young outfielder to a minor league deal just hours before opening a three-game set against the Los Angeles Dodgers on the West Coast.
Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / August 20
Paul Skenes is reportedly unhappy with the Pirates over one decision
The drama of the 2026 season is continuing for Paul Skenes. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace pitcher Skenes was unhappy with the team’s decision to give him some extra rest in between his previous two starts, Pittsburgh sportswriter Andrew Fillipponi reports this week.
Spencer Horwitz News / Just Baseball / August 20
Spencer Horwitz Is Embracing the Ups and Downs of 2026
During the first half of the 2026 MLB season, the Pittsburgh Pirates looked like an offensive juggernaut. Led by the breakout of Oneil Cruz and the new additions of Brandon Lowe and Ryan O’Hearn, the club was beginning to turn a corner.
Dominic Fletcher News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 19
Pirates Release Dominic Fletcher
Outfielder Dominic Fletcher triggered a release clause in his minor league deal with the Pirates and has been granted his release, per Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / August 19
Concerns over Paul Skenes grow as struggles continue in start versus Tigers
More rest wasn't the answer.
Oneil Cruz News / Yardbarker / August 19
Oneil Cruz proves worth to Pirates in return from injury, rough rehab assignment
Before his appearance on Tuesday, Cruz last played for the Pirates way back on June 7.
Braxton Ashcraft News / Just Baseball / August 19
Braxton Ashcraft Shines Again in Pirates’ Win Over Tigers
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the second game of their three-game homestand against the Detroit Tigers searching for answers after a disappointing game one, and they found just that.
Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / August 18
Pirates’ Konnor Griffin Reveals Target Return Date From Injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates received great news on Monday when it was revealed star shortstop Konnor Griffin was “ahead of schedule” and had his finger splint removed.
Oneil Cruz News / Yardbarker / August 17
Pirates' Oneil Cruz to reclaim center-field role amid return from injury
The Pittsburgh Pirates have activated Cruz off the 60-day injury list (IL).
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 15
Red Sox's Sonny Gray sets new career high with win vs. Pirates
With another win, his second of the month, Sonny Gray's career resurgence has turned into putting together a season that can be argued as the best season of his overall career.
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