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David Bednar News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 10
Pirates About to Learn if David Bednar Trade Was Worth It
There's no better time than right now for the Pittsburgh Pirates to evaluate whether or not the return from their trade of David Bednar to the New York Yankees at last year's deadline was worth it.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / July 10
Pirates Make Multiple Moves After 2 Straight Losses
The Pittsburgh Pirates made four pitching staff moves Friday after dropping their second straight game, recalling right-handers Thomas Harrington and Antwone
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?
Dennis Santana News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 10
Pirates Make Decision on Struggling Dennis Santana
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates are promoting two of their most promising pitching prospects as they work through a difficult pre-All Star stretch.
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / July 10
Who will the Pirates draft? Mock drafts may hold the answers 
The MLB Draft is this weekend in Philadelphia, and there are plenty of mock drafts circulating and predicting who each team is going to take with their first round pick.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 10
Three Players Pirates Should Take Fifth Overall in MLB Draft
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are preparing for one of the most important parts of the season, with the 2026 MLB Draft soon approaching. The first
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / July 10
What Does a Perfect MLB Draft Look Like for the Pirates?
Heading into the 2026 MLB Draft, the vibe around the Pittsburgh Pirates is far different than at this point in past years. Currently sitting at 47-47, the Pirates are just five games out of an NL Wild Card spot, and with an active deadline, they have a real shot to make things interesting down the stretch.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 10
Pirates Add Young Pitching Help Before MLB Draft
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates are adding reinforcements as they try to keep their National League Wild Card hopes alive heading into the MLB Draft and All-Star weekend.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 10
Pirates Could Make Big Trade Before MLB Draft
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have the 2026 MLB Draft ahead of them this weekend, but they don't have to wait years before they improve their roster.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / July 10
Pirates offense impressive through first half
Major League Baseball is at the halfway point in its season, and the Pittsburgh Pirates offense has been one of the best in baseball in the first half of the year.
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.
Jared Jones News / The Lead / July 9
Was Pulling Jared Jones in the Midst of a Perfect Game the Right Move?
History was made at PNC Park on July 7. Ryan O’Hearn hit three home runs, and he recorded a Pirates single-game record 10 RBIs. On July 8, PNC Park almost witnessed history again.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 9
Starting pitchers bid to regain form in finale of Braves-Pirates series
Bryce Elder and fellow right-hander Mitch Keller are seeking answers to their recent woes on the mound. Their quests will continue on Thursday afternoon when they square off as Keller's Pittsburgh Pirates host Elder's Atlanta Braves in the decisive contest of their three-game series.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 8
Pirates removing Jared Jones after perfect start leads to historic loss
For the second time in a week, a young pitcher in Major League Baseball was lifted late in a game while working on a perfect game.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / July 8
Pirates Announce Unexpected Endy Rodríguez Decision
Just when it looked like things were turning around for the Pittsburgh Pirates, they took another major hit. One day after receiving brutal injury news on Konnor Griffin that will keep him out for over two months, the Pirates have placed young catcher Endy Rodriguez on the 10-day injured list with a left glute strain, retroactive to July 6.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / July 8
Paul Skenes jokingly calls Pirates teammate ‘selfish’ after 3-HR game
The Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Atlanta Braves 12-4 on Tuesday at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pa. It marked the first win for Paul Skenes since May 12, and he went six innings, allowing just two runs as he moved to 7-8 with a 3.58 ERA.
Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / July 8
Konnor Griffin Sends Personal Message After Unfortunate News
The Pittsburgh Pirates have taken a step forward during the 2026 MLB season, entering Wednesday’s game against the Atlanta Braves with a 47-45 record. Only three games back of a National League Wild Card spot, Pittsburgh is continuing to build around one of baseball’s most exciting young cores.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 8
Pirates To Place Endy Rodríguez On Injured List
The Pirates are going to place catcher Endy Rodríguez on the 10-day injured list with a left glute strain, manager Don Kelly tells reporters, including Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / July 8
Pirates’ Paul Skenes Makes Bold Claim After Ryan O’Hearn’s Big Game
Paul Skenes called it the best performance he has ever seen from a teammate after Ryan O'Hearn delivered one of the most historic nights in Pittsburgh Pirates history on Tuesday.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 8
Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn, after 10-RBI effort, takes aim at Braves again
For the first time in their 145-year history, the Pittsburgh Pirates finally had a player drive in 10 runs in a game, with Ryan O'Hearn accomplishing the feat on Tuesday.
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.
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.
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).
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.
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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