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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Minor League Baseball on SI / February 19
Pirates’ Rising Star Has Chance to Be Game-Changer in 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a very productive offseason, adding players such as Marcell Ozuna, Brandon Lowe and Ryan O'Hearn in trades and free agency.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 19
Pirates' Paul Skenes Leaves MLB Legends Stunned
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes is heading into his third major league season, but even the game's best are awestruck by his performances.
Andrew McCutchen News / Last Word On Sports / February 19
3 Best Fits for Andrew McCutchen in 2026
Andrew McCutchen has nothing left to prove. A former National League MVP. A five-time All-Star. A Silver Slugger. A Gold Glove winner. One of the defining stars of the 2010s.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 19
Pirates Top Prospects and Where They'll Likely Start Season
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into the 2026 season with high expectations and some of the best young talent in all of baseball. The Pirates
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.
Jose Urquidy News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 19
Pirates' Jose Urquidy Contract Incentives Revealed
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates added José Urquidy this offseason and are giving him a chance for some more money this season. Urquidy will make $50,000
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 18
The Trade That May Have Hurt the Pirates for 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates were quite active at the 2025 trade deadline, sending out multiple players, but the most notable was closer David Bednar. The Bucs sent him to the New York Yankees for a three-player package.
Nick Yorke News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 18
Pirates Have Surprising Third Base Depth Option
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have looked around for different third base options, but it's likely they'll stay internal at the. position for 2026.
Konnor Griffin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18
Konnor Griffin’s ‘crazy’ spring training show continues with mammoth BP dinger
Konnor Griffin is currently the No. 1-ranked prospect on the MLB Top 100 List. The Pittsburgh Pirates seemingly have a rising star within the organization, as Griffin is making a serious case to be on the roster to begin the 2026 season.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 18
Pirates’ Paul Skenes speaks out on Tony Clark resignation
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes, an important member of the MLBPA executive subcommittee, reacted after longtime union head Tony Clark resigned amidst an investigation.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 18
Pirates Newest Star Wants to Mentor Oneil Cruz
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz has a massive season ahead of him, but he won't got at it alone. The Pirates recently signed free agent Marcell Ozuna to a one-year, $12 million deal for the 2026 season, with a $16 million mutual option for 2027, bringing a top right-handed bat to a lineup in need of one.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 18
Pirates Predicted to Make Postseason Push
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't played meaningful October baseball in a long time, but they could finally do so in 2026. Adnan Virk of MLB Network predicted that the Pirates will make a postseason push and earn a Wild Card spot this upcoming season, as a part of his "Presidential Decrees" on President's Day on Feb.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 18
Pirates Manager Not Ruling Out Opening Day Spot for Konnor Griffin
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have the best prospect in baseball in shortstop Konnor Griffin, who is pushing for a spot on the Opening Day roster at just 19 years old.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 18
Pirates' Paul Skenes Playing Role in Finding New MLBPA Leader
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes is readying for the upcoming season, but currently is in the midst of an important duty he has outside of the playing field.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 17
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Earns Hall of Fame Comparison
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates young star Konnor Griffin hasn't even played at Triple-A yet, but he's already received some incredible comparisons at just 19 years old.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 17
Recent DFA Opens Door for Pirates Top Prospect
The Pittsburgh Pirates recently designated outfielder Jack Suwinski for assignment. Suwinski hasn’t been able to come anywhere close to his 2023 breakout campaign, where he had 26 home runs and a 112 wRC+ at just 24 years old.
Marcell Ozuna News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 17
Pirates' Marcell Ozuna Contract Incentives Revealed
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finally made one of their biggest additions official in free agent designated hitter Marcell Ozuna, who could make even more money than before.
Bryan Reynolds News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 17
Pirates' Bryan Reynolds Had One Main Focus This Offseason
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds didn't have the year he wanted in 2025, but he's focused on 2026 and his improvements prior to Spring Training.
Jack Suwinski News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 17
Where Do Pirates and Jack Suwinski Go From Here?
PITTSBURGH — Jack Suwinski and the Pittsburgh Pirates have been together for almost five years at this point, but it's likely their relationship is near its conclusion The Pirates designated Suwinski for assignment on Feb.
Marcell Ozuna News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Pirates slugger Marcell Ozuna sets the tone for 2026 with clear message
The Pittsburgh Pirates wasted little time signaling their ambitions for the 2026 season, and Marcell Ozuna delivered the message himself. As spring training ramps up in Bradenton for the Pirates, the acquisition of slugger Marcell Ozuna already feels like a defining move for a lineup that desperately needed more power.
Jack Suwinski News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 16
Pirates Designate Jack Suwinski For Assignment
10:50 am: Pittsburgh has confirmed the Suwinski DFA. Ozuna will take his spot on the 40-man roster. The club has a week to either find a trade partner for Suwinski or try to pass him through waivers.
Andrew McCutchen News / Just Baseball / February 15
The Pirates Did Andrew McCutchen Wrong This Winter
This winter, there has been a significant amount of excitement surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates. The team has finally begun to make meaningful moves in both free agency and trade, which has put them in discussions around the league for something other than Paul Skenes’ greatness.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 16
These are MLB’s three most improved teams
These three MLB teams have risen to the occasion and improved the most over the course of this offseason.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 10
Why Pirates were right to sign Marcell Ozuna instead of Andrew McCutchen
The Pirates, for once, acted in the best interest of the franchise.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 4
Pirates' sudden willingness to spend should include Paul Skenes
Signing Skenes to an extension would show that the Pirates are serious about building a contending team and could help lure other top free agents if they continue to shop at the top of the market.
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