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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / November 21
Pirates Tender Contract to Catcher Despite Off Year
The Pittsburgh Pirates have tendered a contract to catcher Joey Bart for 2026 despite his regression in 2025. This, judging by his absence from MLB.com’s complete non-tendered player list.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 21
Pirates Non-Tender Four Players
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates officially made their roster decisions ahead of the non-tender deadline. The Pirates officially non-tendered right-handed relief pitchers Colin Holderman and Dauri Moreta, as well as outfielders in Alexander Canario and Ronny Simon, according to Danny Demilio of Pittsburgh Baseball Now.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / November 21
Pirates' Paul Skenes Makes Announcement on Friday
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes just wrapped up his second season in MLB and his first as a pitcher on the Opening Day roster. The 23-year-old right-hander has continued to dominate at every level of his professional career.
The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the players to reach the 50-home run milestone in one MLB season can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 21
Five Pirates Decisions Before Non-Tender Deadline
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few decisions remaining on what they do with arbitration eligible players ahead of the non-tender deadline, which will determine the future of those players with the ball club.
25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series
Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.
Paul Skenes News / CBSSports.com / November 21
Should the Pirates trade Paul Skenes? Pros and cons of a blockbuster deal for the Cy Young winner
Skenes' talent and the Pirates' unwillingness to build a team around him have combined for a nonstop flurry of rumors
Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 21
Pirates Star Prospect Named Rookie of the Year Candidate
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a number of great young talent on their roster for the 2026 season, including one who could win the National League Rookie of the Year Award.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Bucs Dugout / November 21
Pirates prospect update: Esmerlyn Valdez wins hardware in Arizona Fall League
The stock of Pirates prospect Esmerlyn Valdez is at an all time high after his incredible stretch in the Arizona Fall League. Valdez was one of the most dominant hitters in the AFL this season, showing early success as he earned a top performer nod in the opening week of the league.
Jack Suwinski News / Last Word On Sports / November 20
Pirates Sign Two to Avoid Arbitration
The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed outfielder Jack Suwinski and pitcher Yohan Ramírez to one-year contracts, avoiding arbitration for both players. Suwinski will get $1.25 million, while Ramírez will receive $875,000.
Jack Suwinski News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 20
Pirates avoid arbitration with outfielder Jack Suwinski
The Pirates and outfielder Jack Suwinski have avoided arbitration.
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 / Bucs Dugout / November 20
Pirates Make Flurry of Roster and Coaching Moves
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made plenty of roster moves to shape the team before the heart of free agency begins. On Tuesday, the Pirates added six prospects
MLB News / Just Baseball / November 20
Who Will Take the Pirates’ 'Naylor Money'?
After rumblings that the Pittsburgh Pirates were hoping to up their payroll heading into the 2026 season, fans were finally given some more hard evidence for this on November 18.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 20
Pirates Could Repeat Best Offseason From Last Decade
The Pittsburgh Pirates have failed to spend the money necessary to land free agent talent in offseasons past, and fans expect this season to be no different.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 20
Pirates GM Announces Major Philosophy Change Towards Free Agency
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington has a huge offseason ahead of him and will change how he and the team operate in free agency.
Paul Skenes News / Viral Sports News / November 19
Yankees Get Bad News Regarding Potential Paul Skenes Trade
Even after a whirlwind week that saw him crowned National League Cy Young Award winner, Paul Skenes found himself forced to address something far less celebratory: a report suggesting he’s already counting the days until he can bolt Pittsburgh for the New York Yankees.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 19
Paul Skenes Gets Very Honest About Being on Pirates
PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes had one of the best seasons in recent history for any pitcher, but the Pittsburgh Pirates continued their struggles on the field.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 19
Pirates Made Record Offer For Mariners First Baseman
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates aren't normally known for their free agency dealings, but recently made an offer that would've served as the biggest in franchise history.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / November 18
Pirates' willingness to spend could preview next CBA
The Pittsburgh Pirates and willingness to spend in free agency are rarely seen together without the words "do not have a" between them. That is not the case this offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / November 18
Reports of Pirates free-agent spending only magnifies team's problem
There is perhaps no team in Major League Baseball facing more pressure from its own fan base to have a big offseason than the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / New Baseball Media / November 18
2025 MLB Season Recap: Pittsburgh Pirates
Despite having arguably the best pitcher in baseball on their roster, the Pirates took a step backwards in 2025. Pittsburgh won just 71 games, five fewer than 2024.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / November 18
Pirates Expected to Spend Big to Keep Paul Skenes Happy Amid MLB Offseason
The Pittsburgh Pirates closed the 2025 season with another losing record, finishing 71–91 and landing fifth place in the National League Central. Their offense struggled all year.
Kyle Schwarber News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18
Pirates have an interest in Kyle Schwarber
Pirates GM Ben Cherington said last week that he had “more [financial] flexibility than we’ve had in other offseasons I’ve been in Pittsburgh,” and subsequent reports indicated that Bucs ownership could approach the $40MM mark with their spending plans this winter.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / November 17
Minor Leaguers Declare Free Agency, Closing the Book on Pirates Trades
Recently, several minor leaguers in the Pittsburgh Pirates system who were acquired in “prospect” trades have quietly declared free agency. In some cases, it closes the book on some of the trades made by general manager Ben Cherington.
Kristopher Negron News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 15
Pirates hire Kristopher Negron, Tony Beasley to coaching staff
The Pirates will be hiring Kristopher Negron as their new bench coach and Tony Beasley as the third base coach, according to Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Negron has been on the Mariners’ coaching staff for the last four seasons, while Beasley returns to the Pirates organization after spending over a decade with the Rangers.
Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / November 13
Pirates' Paul Skenes responds to Yankees report after winning Cy Young Award
A recent report claimed that current Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes "wants to play for" the New York Yankees, in part because Skenes has "no confidence the Pirates ever are going to win" with him in their rotation.
Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / November 14
Paul Skenes earns a monster bonus with his Cy Young victory
Paul Skenes now has both a Cy Young Award and a lot more cash in his pocket. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace Skenes was officially named the NL Cy Young Award winner for the 2025 MLB season on Tuesday night.
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