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Pirates Infield Prospect Dealing With Another Injury

Pirates Infield Prospect Dealing With Another Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are less than a week into Spring Training games, but one of their players already suffered an in-game injury. Pirates infielder prospect Jack Brannigan left the game vs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 25
Pirates Still Have One Trade to Make Before Opening Day

Pirates Still Have One Trade to Make Before Opening Day

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a busy offseason, but should still make another move before they officially start playing games. The Pirates have had trade interest in Houston Astros third baseman Isaac Paredes, someone that provides power and postseason experience.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 25
How Pirates' Paul Skenes is Approaching World Baseball Classic

How Pirates' Paul Skenes is Approaching World Baseball Classic

PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes has an important season ahead of him with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he will pitch prior with Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 25
The Fastest Realistic Path to the Majors for Each Pirates Key Prospect

The Fastest Realistic Path to the Majors for Each Pirates Key Prospect

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some great prospects in their farm system, with a few that will contribute this season and those that will have to wait for their turn.

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The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

The 'Cy Young winners of the 2000s' quiz

How many Cy Young winners from both leagues since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?

The 'AL & NL strikeout leaders since 2000' quiz
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz
Konnor Griffin News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 25
Pirates’ top prospect Konnor Griffin reveals Green Monster goal after spring training home runs vs. Red Sox

Pirates’ top prospect Konnor Griffin reveals Green Monster goal after spring training home runs vs. Red Sox

The Pittsburgh Pirates clobbered the Boston Red Sox 16–7 on Tuesday, improving to 4–1 this spring. In the process, their teenage centerpiece turned a spring showcase into a bold statement about the future.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 24
Three Pitchers the Pirates Need to Figure Out in 2026

Three Pitchers the Pirates Need to Figure Out in 2026

If there is one thing the Pittsburgh Pirates have figured out, it’s developing pitchers. Braxton Ashcraft, Bubba Chandler, Jared Jones, and many more have gone from prospects to legitimate MLB pitchers.

Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24
Paul Skenes unveils World Baseball Classic pitching plan that will get USA fans fired up

Paul Skenes unveils World Baseball Classic pitching plan that will get USA fans fired up

Paul Skenes is ready to shoulder a significant workload for Team USA in the 2026 World Baseball Classic. In an article written by The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal,

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 24
Pirates top prospect Konnor Griffin could match 1989 Ken Griffey Jr. on Opening Day

Pirates top prospect Konnor Griffin could match 1989 Ken Griffey Jr. on Opening Day

The Pittsburgh Pirates may be watching a teenager swing his way onto the Opening Day roster—and into a historic comparison. At just 19, Konnor Griffin is turning Grapefruit League at-bats into a real-time referendum on how aggressive the organization is willing to be with its top prospect.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 24
Pirates Next Superstar is Already Here

Pirates Next Superstar is Already Here

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made many additions this offseason, but they may have the best talent they can add already in their farm system. Konnor Griffin is the consensus top prospect in baseball and finally showed exactly why in the Pirates 16-7 blowout victory over the Boston Red Sox at JetBlue Park at Fenway South in Fort Myers, Fla.

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25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

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 / Field Level Media / February 24
Spring training roundup: Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin homers twice

Spring training roundup: Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin homers twice

The No. 1 prospect in baseball, shortstop Konnor Griffin, hammered two home runs over the replica Green Monster at the spring training home of the Red Sox to power the Pittsburgh Pirates' 16-7 win over Boston on Tuesday in Fort Myers, Fla.

MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / February 24
MLB Spring Training Recap: Baseball’s Top Prospect Hits Two Home Runs; Pirates Beat Red Sox

MLB Spring Training Recap: Baseball’s Top Prospect Hits Two Home Runs; Pirates Beat Red Sox

The Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates met for the first time this spring today. CF – Jake Mangum 2B – Nick Golzales 1B – Spencer Horwitz 3B – Nick

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The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz
 The 'Last 1K-rushing-yard season by team' quiz
The 'Most NHL goals by an American' quiz
 The 'Most NHL goals by an American' quiz
The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz
 The 'Last 40-homer season by MLB team' quiz
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 The 'Most seasons played by NFL team' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 24
Konnor Griffin raises excitement for future with first spring training HR

Pirates' No. 1 prospect Konnor Griffin raises excitement for future with first spring training home run

We have lift-off.

Bryce Harper has high praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin
Brewers' 'terrifying' video of Jacob Misiorowski stunt isn't real
Yankees not done adding to roster?
Mets legend defends David Stearns over controversial offseason moves
Mets' Juan Soto sends MVP warning to Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani
Five MLB players who could be traded during spring training
Nick Yorke News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 24
What Pirates' Nick Yorke Spring Usage Says About His 2026 Role

What Pirates' Nick Yorke Spring Usage Says About His 2026 Role

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a lot of infield options for 2026 and one of them is prospect Nick Yorke. Yorke can feature in multiple roles across the infield and even in both corner outfield spots if needed, giving the Pirates a utility player that they can put where needed, which they've done so far in Spring Training.

Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 24
Pirates Give Encouraging Injury News on Jared Jones

Pirates Give Encouraging Injury News on Jared Jones

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Jared Jones is working back from a serious injury, but is doing what's needed to get back on the mound on time.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 23
Bryce Harper has praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

Phillies' Bryce Harper has high praise for Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin

A former MVP who knows something about starting a career with high expectations added to the hype around Pittsburgh Pirates' top prospect Konnor Griffin. 

Pirates could get pitcher Jared Jones back sooner than expected
Pirates’ most interesting non-top 30 prospect
Five MLB players who could be traded during spring training
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 23
Pirates Non-Roster Invitee May Surprise Again

Pirates Non-Roster Invitee May Surprise Again

Pittsburgh Pirates non-roster spring training invitee Alika Williams seemingly has more baseball lives than a cat. Williams didn’t play in the major leagues in 2025 and was released by the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians on January 16.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / February 23
Pirates could get pitcher Jared Jones back sooner than expected

Pirates could get pitcher Jared Jones back sooner than expected

The Pittsburgh Pirates' already formidable rotation could get even stronger by the end of May.

Pirates Sign Carson Fulmer To Minor League Deal
Former Pirates star Andrew McCutchen has had an underrated career
Five MLB players who could be traded during spring training
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
Carson Fulmer News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 23
Pirates Sign Carson Fulmer To Minor League Deal

Pirates Sign Carson Fulmer To Minor League Deal

The Pirates have signed right-hander Carson Fulmer to a minor league contract, reports Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Fulmer, a client of Icon Sports Management, receives an invite to big league spring training and has already arrived at Pirates camp.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 23
The Pirates’ best mid-season addition is already in the organization

The Pirates’ best mid-season addition is already in the organization

The Pittsburgh Pirates are (hopefully) going to be contenders this year. They’ve added multiple MLB-proven hitters this past offseason to help support their strong pitching staff.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Total Pro Sports / February 22
'I See Landmines All Over The Field' – MLB Analyst Expects Pirates To Struggle Defensively

'I See Landmines All Over The Field' – MLB Analyst Expects Pirates To Struggle Defensively

The 2025 campaign was another uninspiring season for the Pittsburgh Pirates. They ended the year on a 71-91 record to take fifth place in the National League Central for a second straight year.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / February 21
Bill Mazeroski, hero of Pirates' 1960 World Series win, dies at 89

Bill Mazeroski, hero of Pirates' 1960 World Series win, dies at 89

Bill Mazeroski, a defensive-minded second baseman whose home run ended the 1960 World Seres, died at age 89. The Hall of Famer's death was announced Saturday by the Pittsburgh Pirates, the only team he played for in his 17 seasons in the major leagues.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / February 21
Baseball Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski dies at 89

Baseball Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski dies at 89

Bill Mazeroski, the Pittsburgh Pirates legend and National Baseball Hall of Famer renowned for his dramatic walk-off home run that clinched the 1960 World Series, has died at the age of 89.

Pirates manager fondly remembers Mazeroski
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Pirates fans share personal tributes in wake of Mazeroski's death
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Pittsburgh Pirates News / The Spun / February 21
Pittsburgh Pirates Legend Has Died This Weekend At 89

Pittsburgh Pirates Legend Has Died This Weekend At 89

With Opening Day roughly a month away, the Pittsburgh Pirates had heartbreaking news to share with their fan base. Former Pirates second baseman Bill Mazeroski has sadly passed away at the age of 89.

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