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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 12
Pirates 'Baron of the Bullpen' ElRoy Face Dies at 97
Roy Face, Pittsburgh Pirates relief ace during the 1950s and 1960s, has passed away at the age of 97. Known as ElRoy Face in Pittsburgh, he set a major league record by posting an 18-1 record in 1959.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 12
Pirates 1960 World Series Champion Dies at 97
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have lost one of their better players in franchise history and a crucial member of a World Series winning squad. Relief pitcher Elroy Face, a Pirates Hall of Famer , died at the age of 97 in nearby North Versailles, according to a press release from the team.
Nicholas Castellanos News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 12
Pirates Shouldn't Sign Nick Castellanos After Phillies Release
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates could use some outfield help this offseason, but should stray away from a recently available name they've had links to.
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?
Konnor Griffin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 12
Konnor Griffin headlines 3 Pirates prospects to watch in spring training
Spring Training is here, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are preparing to make some headway as they approach the 2026 season. Konnor Griffin is among the Pirates’ prospects that many will be watching, and it will be a chance to see what tools they have as the new season nears.
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.
Ronald Acuna Jr. News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 12
Star Pirates’ prospect grabs attention with Ronald Acuna Jr. admission
The Pittsburgh Pirates started training camp with optimism for a new season, as future prospects showed up and even answered questions. A star Pirates prospect and future MLB rising star caught everyone’s attention when he mentioned he was a fan of Ronald Acuna Jr.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 12
Pirates Announce Spring Training Broadcast Schedule
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have just nine days until they start playing games for Spring Training and now have the broadcast schedule, which will give fans a chance to listen and watch them play.
Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / February 12
Konnor Griffin Is Ready to Make His Mark on MLB
BRADENTON, Fla. — Konnor Griffin is aiming for Cooperstown. That is not a misprint. The consensus top prospect in MLB has exactly zero days of major league service time, but he's already focused on the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Nicholas Castellanos News / Bucs Dugout / February 12
Pirates might be Nick Castellanos trade destination 
The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to improve their offense, and they might have a candidate in Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Nick Castellanos. The Athletic insider Matt Gelb is reporting that Castellanos will either be traded or released by the Phillies during Spring Training.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 12
Underrated Pirates Infielder Could Play a Role at Third Base
Players across Major League Baseball have begun reporting for spring training. There have already been plenty of videos of Pittsburgh Pirates players starting the long journey of an MLB season.
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 / Last Word On Sports / February 12
2026 Will Be Pivotal Year for Pirates’ Former First-Round Pick
Among the Pittsburgh Pirates players entering spring training, nobody is going into a more make-or-break season than Nick Gonzales. The infielder was Ben Cherington’s very first draft pick after taking over as the Pirates’ general manager.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 11
Ranking Every New Pittsburgh Pirates Acquisition This Offseason
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been extremely active this offseason. They’ve made a plethora of trades and signings in an attempt to finally make it back to the postseason for the first time since 2015.
Isaac Paredes News / Last Word On Sports / February 11
New rumor makes three-team swap for Isaac Paredes more likely route for Pirates
One of the most rumored trade targets for the Pittsburgh Pirates recently is Houston Astros’ third baseman Isaac Paredes. The Pirates have Jared Triolo penciled in at third base, but Paredes would offer higher upside with the bat.
Joey Bart News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 11
Astros, Pirates Have Discussed Joey Bart
Earlier this month, the Pirates were reported to have interest in trading for Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes. That no longer seems to be on the table now that Pittsburgh has agreed to a one-year, $12MM contract with DH Marcell Ozuna.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 11
Paul Skenes sends clear message about Pirates direction after offseason
The Pittsburgh Pirates have continued to struggle in recent seasons despite Paul Skenes emerging as the best pitcher in the National League. Following years of quiet offseasons, Pittsburgh was a bit more aggressive this past offseason, however.
Jacob Stallings News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 11
Former Pirates Catcher Rejoins Team in Baseball Operations
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates aren't a stranger to bringing former players back, even if that means it's not necessarily on the playing field. Former Pirates catcher Jacob Stallings is with the team at the start of Spring Training, but not on the roster, as a part of their baseball operations department.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / February 11
Which Pirates player should be absolutely off limits in trade talks ?
The Pittsburgh Pirates are no strangers to making deals and shipping out big name players in the past, but who on this 2026 team should be deemed untouchable during trade talks this year ? A lot of people will say Paul Skenes, and it’s hard to disagree with that, he is the reigning NL CY young winner.
Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 11
Pirates GM Addresses Andrew McCutchen's Future Before Spring Training
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Andrew McCutchen aren't together at this point, an unusual occurrence in the club's recent history. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington has made some important moves this offseason, but McCutchen hasn't featured as one of them, despite signing him to a one-year, $5 million deal the past three winters.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / February 10
Believe the Paul Skenes Hype in Fantasy Baseball 2026
No discussion of top starting pitchers for fantasy baseball in 2026 should take place without mentioning Paul Skenes. After an unworldly 2024 in which he went 11-3 with a tiny 1.96 ERA, he basically copied his performance last season and, if you can believe it, got even better.
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.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 10
Should Phillies and Pirates swap former All-Stars?
Does a swap of former All-Stars make sense for the Phillies and Pirates?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Total Pro Sports / February 10
Pittsburgh Pirates Could Reunite With Former Southpaw As Rumors Swirl
The Pittsburgh Pirates are still lurking in the free agent market after signing Marcell Ozuna. Pirates fans were thrilled with their latest signing, and they seem to want more.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 10
Pirates should have targeted franchise icon instead of Marcell Ozuna deal
The Pirates finished their seventh consecutive losing season (71-91) in 2025 and have not made the playoffs for over a decade (2015).
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 8
Rays Hire Joe Hudson, Beau Sulser In Player Development Roles
The Rays have hired Joe Hudson and Beau Sulser to the team’s player development ranks, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. The hirings presumably indicate that Hudson and Sulser have ended their playing careers.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / February 5
Top Pirates Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates set their sights high this offseason, and they’ve delivered upon their promises to increase payroll and add to the roster. With the additions of Brandon Lowe, Ryan O’Hearn, and others, it’s been a big winter for the club.
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