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Pirates Send Struggling Rookie Relief Pitcher to Minors

PHILADELPHIA — The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen has struggled for most of 2026 and they are making another change to try and bolster it once again. The Pirates optioned right-handed relief pitcher Brandan Bidois to Triple-A Indianapolis ahead of their game vs.

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Pirates Showing More Faith in Konnor Griffin With Phillies Series

PHILADELPHIA — Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin isn't back at 100% yet, but the team is giving him the chance to progress back to that level once again.

Seth Hernandez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 1

When Seth Hernandez Will Likely Make Pirates MLB Roster

PHILADELPHIA — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the best pitching prospects in all of baseball in Seth Hernandez and he earned himself another honor in his young professional career.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 1

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Held Scoreless by Sanchez, Valdez Lone Offensive Bright Spot, Cruz Rehab Update, & More

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 43-43 record following a tough night in Philadelphia. Over the last 24 hours, the club saw its 38-game streak without being shut out come to an end.

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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 / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 1

Pirates Outfielder Exercises Contract Opt-Out

PHILADELPHIA — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few veterans in the minor leagues that they may rely on this season, but one player won't wait for that chance.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 1

Four Pirates That Deserve All-Star Nods

PHILADELPHIA — The Pittsburgh Pirates are currently playing the Philadelphia Phillies in a four-game series at Citizens Bank Park, the same ball park that will host the 2026 All-Star Game.

Paul Skenes News / CBSSports.com / July 1

MLB trends: What's behind Paul Skenes' slump (for him), the Guardians' bullpen problems, the league's offense

Just past the midpoint of the season, let's check in around the league

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 1

Paul Skenes, Pirates strive for revenge vs. Zack Wheeler, Phillies

Last month's highly anticipated matchup between Pittsburgh's Paul Skenes and Philadelphia's Zack Wheeler turned into more of a mismatch. Skenes will aim to exact some revenge on Wheeler on Wednesday night when the Pirates continue their four-game road series with the Phillies.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 1

Pirates June Report Card: Offense Keeps Getting Better

PHILADELPHIA — The Pittsburgh Pirates are still competing for a postseason spot and even a slight dip in performance in June has them right in it. The Pirates finished June with an 11-15 record, their first full month below .500 this season, but still .500 on the year at 43-43 through 86 games.

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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.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 30

Pirates Make Drastic Lineup Changes Before Phillies Game

PHILADELPHIA — The Pittsburgh Pirates are coming off an offensive outburst in their first game vs. the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park, but they will have numerous new hitters in this contest.

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Esmerlyn Valdez News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 30

Pirates Prospect Esmerlyn Valdez Starts MLB Career With Historic Home Run Streak

Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Esmerlyn Valdéz has been making plenty of noise at the plate in the majors over the last few days. Valdéz, Pittsburgh's No.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 30

Pirates Should Trade Growing Prospect for Pitcher

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates are proceeding slowly before the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. Instead of pursuing the pieces that could upgrade this team immediately and help end their recent playoff drought, the general manager seems content to wait and consume the scraps.

Aroldis Chapman News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 30

Projecting Pirates Trade for Aroldis Chapman

If it weren't already crystal clear, the Pittsburgh Pirates' top priority at the trade deadline must be to upgrade their bullpen. With a 4.38 ERA on the

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 30

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Rally, Rodriguez Big Night, & More on Horwitz Injury Impact

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 43-42 record and sit 9.5 games back in the National League Central standings. In the last 24 hours, the club staged a dramatic five-run comeback.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 29

Pirates bats stay hot, take down Phillies in series opener

Rookie Esmerlyn Valdez homered for the fourth straight game and Endy Rodriguez hit a late three-run shot as the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates topped the Philadelphia Phillies 11-7 in Monday's opener of a four-game set.

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.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / June 28

Pirates rely on long ball to avoid sweep vs. Reds

Ryan O'Hearn hit a pair of home runs and Esmerlyn Valdez homered for the third consecutive game to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 9-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday afternoon.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 28

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Lowe’s 20th, Jones Struggles, & More

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 41-42 record after dropping the second game of their series against the Cincinnati Reds. Within the last 24 hours, the club suffered a painful 9-7 loss at PNC Park following a late-inning bullpen collapse.

Bryan Reynolds News / Just Baseball / June 28

Bryan Reynolds is Having a Career Year for the Pirates

Throughout the course of his time wearing the black and gold, Bryan Reynolds’ presence in the lineup has been one of quiet consistency and steady production.

Bryan Reynolds News / The Lead / June 27

Pirates’ Bryan Reynolds Continues to Dominate Every June

It’s been a rough June for the Pittsburgh Pirates, as the Bucs have gone 9-13 while losing key players Spencer Horwitz, Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz to injury.

Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Pirates Make Roster Move After Reinstating Konnor Griffin

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list after nearly a month on the sidelines with a right elbow strain.

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.

Mariners' Bryce Miller hopes for longer leash in finale vs. Pirates

Ryan O'Hearn's 3 doubles, 3 RBIs spark Pirates' blowout of Mariners

Pirates going through familiar story by wasting Paul Skenes' starts

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Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Pirates’ Paul Skenes Announces Career News on Wednesday

Paul Skenes has justified the Pittsburgh Pirates selecting him with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft so far in his professional career. Skenes is coming off a 2025 Cy Young Award-winning season in which he led MLB in ERA (1.97), was fourth in strikeouts (216) and WHIP (0.95), and finished second in WAR among starting pitchers (7.6).

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / June 23

The Pirates Need Bullpen Help As Soon As Possible

Over the last few years, the main focus surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates has routinely been their lack of offense — and it’s been for good reason. With the club routinely ranking near the bottom of the sport in every category like clockwork, it’s easy to understand why this was such a big focal point for the concern surrounding this team.

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / June 21

Pirates going through familiar story by wasting Paul Skenes' starts

Paul Skenes gives the Pittsburgh Pirates their best chance to win when he takes the mound. However, that has not been the case over his last seven appearances.

Paul Skenes gives up leadoff inside-the-park home run

Pirates manager charges umpires after controversial finish vs. Rockies

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