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Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 10
Little Leaguers Help Pirates' Paul Skenes Rekindle Love for Baseball
PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes is one of the most recognizables figures in baseball, but it's not always easy for the Pittsburgh Pirates ace to remember how much he loves the game.
Oneil Cruz News / Just Baseball / June 10
The Key to Oneil Cruz’s Rebound: A Simple but Effective Swing Adjustment
Every year, the beginning of the MLB season produces some truly electric breakouts, as players across the league (both young and old) open the season on a tear at the plate.
The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz
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?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 10
Pirates Can't Wait to Bolster Bullpen
PITTSBURGH — The weakest part of the Pittsburgh Pirates roster is their bullpen and it's one that can make or break their postseason hopes. The Pirates bullpen struggled again in a 12-3 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in the series opener at PNC Park on June 9, giving up 10 runs in the seventh inning after it was a tie game, 2-2.
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.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 10
Pirates ace Paul Skenes staying confident dispite disastrous loss to Dodgers
The Pittsburgh Pirates took a brutal 12-3 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday night, but Paul Skenes refused to sound alarmed. The Pirates ace kept his confidence after a strong start unraveled into a late blowout at PNC Park.
Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / June 9
Pirates Announce Oneil Cruz News After Removal From Lineup
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Oneil Cruz has had a resurgent season in 2026. He has continued to strike out at an alarming rate, leading the league with 98 punchouts.
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.
Carson Fulmer News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 9
Mariners Acquire Carson Fulmer
The Pirates have traded right-hander Carson Fulmer to the Mariners, reports Alex Stumpf. Fulmer was not on Pittsburgh’s 40-man roster and won’t need a spot with Seattle, unless his minor league deal contained some kind of opt-out or upward mobility clause.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 9
It’s time for Pirates to call up Pittsburgh’s own Justin Meis 
The Pittsburgh Pirates undoubtedly have issues in their bullpen. The back end, middle relief, and any area not named long relief (thanks to Wilber Dotel), needs help.
Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / June 9
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Makes Announcement Before Dodgers Game
It sounds like it's going to be a while before the Pittsburgh Pirates see rookie phenom Konnor Griffin again. The young shortstop has been on the 10-day injured list since May 31 with a low grade right forearm strain.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / June 9
Pirates’ Paul Skenes Makes Personal Decision Before Dodgers Game
Most pitchers spend the night before facing the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers resting. Paul Skenes spent his time at a Little League field.
Rafael Flores News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 9
Pirates Place Top Prospect on Taxi Squad
One of the Pittsburgh Pirates' top position player prospects is with the team for the start of their series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, though he isn't yet on the 26-man roster.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 9
Pirates Could Have Next Great Shortstop Not Named Konnor Griffin
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates already have the shortstop of the future in Konnor Griffin, but another player in his draft class is making great strides this season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 8
Phillies' Brandon Marsh is solidifying his NL All-Star position
The 2026 season has proven to be a breakout year for Philadelphia Phillies Brandon Marsh, who has been among the best hitters in baseball. Leading all
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 8
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Swept By Braves, Horwitz Hits 8th, & Lowe Dodges Bullet
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 34-32 record and sit in third place in the NL Central. The club completed a road trip in Atlanta over the last 24 hours.
MLB News / New Baseball Media / June 7
2026 Transactions: Cubs Trade for Kelly, Pirates Select Wendzel
A couple of smaller trades went down between June 6 and 7. One of those deals featured the Dodgers and Cubs, as relief pitcher Antoine Kelly was traded to the Cubs.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / June 8
Pirates GM Ben Cherington gives update on Konnor Griffin
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been without Griffin since May 31, and it could be longer.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / June 7
Pirates roster moves may hide subtle message
Should fans be reading between the lines regarding the latest roster move by the Pirates?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 7
Pirates Select Davis Wendzel, Transfer Chris Devenski To 60-Day IL
The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of infielder Davis Wendzel from Triple-A Indianapolis. Outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia is being optioned in Wendzel’s place.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 3
The Pirates Finally Have an Offense
No team scored less often in 2025 than the Pirates. Of course, that wasn’t anything new. Since Pittsburgh’s playoff drought began in 2016, only one team, the Marlins, has scored fewer runs.
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