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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.

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Pirates' Don Kelly Addresses Marcell Ozuna Addition

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are adding a big-time bat to their roster and manager Don Kelly is happy about his new slugger. The Pirates are signing free agent Marcell Ozuna to a one-year, $12 million deal for the 2026 season, which also includes a $16 million mutual option for the 2027 season, if both parties agree to it.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 11

Pirates Manager Details First Paul Skenes vs. Konnor Griffin Matchup

In a compelling glimpse of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ future, top prospect Konnor Griffin faced franchise ace Paul Skenes in a live batting practice duel during the team’s first day in Bradenton.

Andrew McCutchen News / ESPN / February 10

GM: Pirates 'will never shut the door' on McCutchen

Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said Tuesday the team "will never shut the door" on potentially finding a role for Andrew McCutchen, a longtime cornerstone of the franchise.

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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?

The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

The ''MLB: The Show' cover athletes' quiz

The 'Active 200-strikeout MLB seasons' quiz

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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.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 10

After an Active Winter, what’s left for the Pittsburgh Pirates?

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2025-2026 offseason has been one to remember. So far, they’ve acquired Brandon Lowe, Mason Montgomery, Jake Mangum, and Jhostyxon Garcia via trades, and have signed Ryan O’Hearn, Gregory Soto, and Marcell Ozuna to Major League contracts.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 10

Grading the Pirates 2026 Offseason

Spring training’s start officially ends the 2026 offseason, compelling us to issue our annual offseason grade for the Pittsburgh Pirates. General manager Ben Cherington’s work is far from done.

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.

Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 10

Why Bubba Chandler's Spring Focus Matters More Than His Results

Under the relentless Florida sun that bakes the backfields of Pirate City in Bradenton, the Pittsburgh Pirates' Bubba Chandler is engaged in a silent battle.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 10

Why Pirates were right to sign Ozuna instead of McCutchen

Why Pirates were right to sign Marcell Ozuna instead of Andrew McCutchen

The Pirates, for once, acted in the best interest of the franchise.

Pirates should have targeted franchise icon instead of Marcell Ozuna deal

Should Phillies and Pirates swap former All-Stars?

Pirates take low-cost flier on Jose Urquidy

The 'MLB active home run leaders' quiz

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?

Phillies could get early boost from Zack Wheeler

Pirates should have targeted franchise icon instead of Marcell Ozuna deal

Phillies Looking To Move Nick Castellanos This Week

3 lessons the Blue Jays should learn from the Philadelphia Phillies

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

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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.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 10

Pirates' Paul Skenes Faces Top Prospect in Spring Training

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes is already down at Spring Training and got to take on the future of the franchise. Skenes faced off against shortstop Konnor Griffin, the top prospect in baseball, down at Pirate City in Bradenton, Fla.

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The 'Super Bowl MVPs' quiz

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The 'NFL active TD-pass leaders' quiz

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.

Marcell Ozuna News / Last Word On Sports / February 9

Ozuna and the Pirates: Good Hitter, Not the Best Fit

After the Pittsburgh Pirates missed out on Eugenio Suárez, their pivot to Marcell Ozuna raises as many questions as it answers. Ozuna will give the Pirates the right-handed bat they need, but at what cost to the rest of the lineup?

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 9

Pirates Likely Not Trading for Astros Third Baseman

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have looked at a trade target that would fill a role on their team, but a recent decision likely rules them out of that potential move.

Khristian Curtis News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 9

Pirates Invite Pitching Prospect to Spring Training

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have given a big opportunity to one of their better pitchers in the farm system . The Pirates announced that they have made right-handed pitcher Khristian Curtis a non-roster invitee to Major League Camp at Spring Training.

Marcell Ozuna News / Last Word On Sports / February 9

What Marcell Ozuna Will Bring to the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates have added another legitimate slugger, as they’ve signed veteran Marcell Ozuna to a one-year deal worth a guaranteed $12 million.