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MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 7
Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn Makes History with Monster Game vs Braves
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been around since 1881, yet they've never seen a performance quite like Ryan O'Hearn's on Tuesday. Against the Atlanta Braves, O'Hearn put together one of the most dominant single-game performances in Pirates history, going 4-for-5 with three home runs and driving in 10 of Pittsburgh's 12 runs.
Ryan O'Hearn News / Field Level Media / July 7
Ryan O’Hearn sets franchise mark in Pirates' win vs. Braves
Ryan O'Hearn etched his name in the history books on Tuesday night with three home runs and 10 RBIs in the host Pittsburgh Pirates' 12-4 win over the Atlanta Braves.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 7
Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn joins Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani in rare club after blowout win over Braves
Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Ryan O'Hearn now belongs to a club that includes Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani.
The 'Active MLB XBH leaders' quiz
How many of the active MLB players to rack up at least 500 extra base hits in their career can you name in five minutes?
Paul Skenes News / CBSSports.com / July 7
Ryan O'Hearn makes Pirates history with 10-RBI game, helps Paul Skenes pick up first win in two months
Pittsburgh had lost nine straight Skenes starts, but that streak is now broken thanks to a historic night from O'Hearn
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline
The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / ESPN / July 7
O'Hearn drives in 10, breaking Pirates' record
Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Ryan O'Hearn, in his first season with the franchise, made history on Tuesday night, setting a club record by driving in 10 runs on three homers against Atlanta at PNC Park.
Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / July 7
Pirates Get Oneil Cruz Injury Update Before Braves Game
The Pittsburgh Pirates received encouraging news on Oneil Cruz before Tuesday night's game against the Atlanta Braves as the star shortstop continues progressing through his recovery.
Joshua Palacios News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 7
Pirates Bring Back Former Outfielder
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates aren't opposed to having former players come back and make a contribution for the team once again. The Pirates signed outfielder Joshua Palacios to a minor league contract and optioned him to Triple-A Indianapolis on July 7, per the transactions log.
Braxton Ashcraft News / The Lead / July 7
Braxton Ashcraft Has Quietly Become the Pirates’ Best Pitcher
As we come to the midway point of the MLB season, the Pirates are hovering around .500, with many things to be happy about, but also to be upset about.
25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026
Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.
Konnor Griffin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 7
Pirates get some positive injury news amid Konnor Griffin IL stint
The Pittsburgh Pirates are fighting to reach the Major League Baseball Playoffs, for the first time since 2015. Pittsburgh got hit with some tough injury news to rookie Konnor Griffin on Tuesday.
Konnor Griffin News / Field Level Media / July 7
Pirates SS Konnor Griffin headed to IL with torn finger tendon
Pittsburgh Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin is scheduled to be placed on the injured list Tuesday with a torn tendon in his left hand. Griffin, 20, had just returned last week from a stint on the injured list because of a right elbow strain.
Konnor Griffin News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 7
Konnor Griffin Diagnosed With Torn Tendon In Left Hand
Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin has been diagnosed with a torn tendon in the ring finger on his left hand, reports ESPN’s Jeff Passan. He could continue trying to play through the injury, but the Bucs are leaning toward shutting him down and letting the injury heal, per the report.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 7
Pirates Named Trade Destination for Nationals LHP
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will look for pitching help at the trade deadline and one veteran could seriously help them out. Nationals left-handed pitcher Foster Griffin is a player that could end up on the trade block and both Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan of ESPN named the Pirates as a landing spot for the southpaw.
Wilber Dotel News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 7
Pirates' Wilber Dotel Making Bounceback in Injury Rehab
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have waited for the return of a young relief pitcher from injury, who is trending in the right direction. Pirates right-handed
Paul Skenes News / Just Baseball / July 6
A Comprehensive Dive Into Paul Skenes’ Recent Struggles
The first two seasons of Paul Skenes’ career with the Pittsburgh Pirates were nothing shy of historic, as he made waves in nearly every way possible. Having
Yunior Marte News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 6
NPB’s Rakuten Eagles Sign Yunior Marte
Right-hander Yunior Marte, who was granted his release by the Pirates over the weekend, is signing with the Rakuten Eagles of Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball, per a team announcement (hat tip to Yuri Karasawa of Yakyu Cosmopolitan).
Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / July 5
Pirates GM Delivers Oneil Cruz Injury Update on Sunday
Pittsburgh Pirates' General Manager Ben Cherington revealed an injury update on outfielder Oneil Cruz on Sunday morning. Cruz has been on the 10-day injured list for the Pirates since June 10 with a left hand fourth and fifth metacarpal non-displaced fractures.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 4
Pirates Release Yunior Marte, Dominic Fletcher
The Pirates cut ties with a pair of veterans at the Triple-A level on Saturday. Right-hander Yunior Marte and outfielder Dominic Fletcher were released, per the team.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 5
Paul Skenes' All-Star selection is reminder of what game is really about
Major League Baseball announced its selections for the 2026 All-Star Game in Philadelphia, and it will feature a lot of the expected names and the best players in baseball.
Jacob Misiorowski News / Yardbarker / July 2
Why Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski may not pitch in MLB All-Star Game
Sure, MLB fans want to see Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski pitch in the All-Star Game. But that's unlikely to happen.
Aaron Ashby News / Yardbarker / July 2
Brewers' Aaron Ashby moves up all-time list in win over Reds
A win is a win, but a win is also a bizarre statistic for a relief pitcher. Doing his part to help his team win again on Wednesday night, Milwaukee Brewers left-hander Aaron Ashby earned another win.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 3
Something is wrong with Pirates ace Paul Skenes
The Pittsburgh Pirates might have a Paul Skenes problem.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Yardbarker / June 29
Pirates getting instant spark from Esmerlyn Valdez
While the Pirates lost Spencer Horwitz, one of their best hitters this season, to a hamstring injury on June 25, rookie Esmerlyn Valdez has provided them with an instant offensive boost.
Spencer Horwitz News / Yardbarker / June 25
Pirates lose Spencer Horwitz to 10-day IL with hamstring injury
Injuries just continue to pile up in MLB.
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