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Pirates’ Paul Skenes drops ‘hit or miss’ take on discouraging Cubs loss

Pirates’ Paul Skenes drops ‘hit or miss’ take on discouraging Cubs loss

The Pittsburgh Pirates let a promising bounce-back outing from Paul Skenes slip through their fingers, falling 7-2 to the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park and dropping to 6-6 in games started by the reigning National League Cy Young Award winner.

Jared Jones News / Field Level Media / May 29
Pirates RHP Jared Jones returns after 20-month absence to face Twins

Pirates RHP Jared Jones returns after 20-month absence to face Twins

It will be a night of returns when the Minnesota Twins take on the host Pittsburgh Pirates to open a three-game series on Friday night. For the Pirates, who are coming off consecutive losses and a series split with the Chicago Cubs, electric right-hander Jared Jones will make his return from right elbow internal brace surgery.

Nick Gonzales News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 29
Why Pirates’ Nick Gonzales was pulled from Cubs game early

Why Pirates’ Nick Gonzales was pulled from Cubs game early

Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Nick Gonzales exited Thursday’s 7-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs because of left knee discomfort. The 27-year-old was removed before the top of the fourth inning at PNC Park, with Tyler Callihan entering the game in his place for his major league debut.

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

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MLB News / Yardbarker
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 29
Pirates wasting Paul Skenes master class highlights their flaws

Pirates wasting another Paul Skenes master class highlights their major flaws

The 2026 Pittsburgh Pirates are a better baseball team than they have been in recent years.  They have improved. The harsh reality is that they have not improved enough.

Pirates starter to return to mound for first time since 2024 season
Tigers place Kenley Jansen on IL: What it means for team and player
Shohei Ohtani's dominant start shakes up early NL Cy Young race
White Sox pitcher makes history with absurd pitch efficiency
Will Mets make stunning Francisco Lindor decision after new Juan Soto claim?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 28
Pirates Third Baseman Leaves Cubs Game With Injury

Pirates Third Baseman Leaves Cubs Game With Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have dealt with a number of injuries recently and the list keeps on growing in their latest game. Pirates third baseman Nick Gonzales departed ahead of the top of the fourth inning vs.

Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / May 28
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Being Monitored for Potential Injury

Pirates' Konnor Griffin Being Monitored for Potential Injury

The Pittsburgh Pirates made a surprise announcement on the status of their franchise shortstop. Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that Konnor Griffin, the Pirates' 20-year-old phenom, is currently being evaluated for a forearm strain.

MLB News / Yardbarker
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Esmerlyn Valdez News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 28
Pirates Send Esmerlyn Valdez Back to Indianapolis

Pirates Send Esmerlyn Valdez Back to Indianapolis

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are making a surprising move concerning one of their top prospects. The Pirates announced that they optioned outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez to Triple-A Indianapolis and recalled utility man Tyler Callihan ahead of their series finale vs.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 28
Jared Jones To Start For Pirates On Friday

Jared Jones To Start For Pirates On Friday

Pirates manager Don Kelly told members of the media, including Jason Mackey of MLB.com, that right-hander Jared Jones will start for the Pirates on Friday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 28
Jared Jones to pitch for first time since 2024 season

Pirates' Jared Jones to return to mound for first time since 2024 season

Jones has not pitched since Sept. 27, 2024 as he suffered a ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) sprain in his right elbow.

Dodgers get some rough injury news on Teoscar Hernandez
Tigers place Kenley Jansen on IL: What it means for team and player
Shohei Ohtani's dominant start shakes up early NL Cy Young race
White Sox pitcher makes history with absurd pitch efficiency
Astros' Yordan Alvarez is performing as the best hitter in MLB
Mets may make surprising Francisco Lindor decision after new Juan Soto claim?
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / May 28
Paul Skenes Is Becoming a Pitcher, Not Just a Flame Thrower And That Should Terrify the NL in 2026

Paul Skenes Is Becoming a Pitcher, Not Just a Flame Thrower And That Should Terrify the NL in 2026

If the opposition wasn’t already quaking in its cleats when Paul Skenes took the mound, it’s darn near petrified in 2026. The 2025 NL Cy Young winner entered MLB as the hardest thrower in the game, and you shouldn’t let that abnormal opening 2026 outing and 3.00 ERA fool you.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 28
Pirates Biggest Remaining Need This Season

Pirates Biggest Remaining Need This Season

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have been successful for the most part this season, but there's always room for improvement on any team. The Pirates sit 29-27 after 56 games, which is surprisingly last in the National League Central Division, which has all five teams above .500, but is only one game out of an NL Wild Card spot.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 27
Andrew McCutchen's resume may not be enough for Hall of Fame

Andrew McCutchen's resume may not be enough for Hall of Fame

The Texas Rangers designated Andrew McCutchen for assignment on Wednesday afternoon, ending what has been a disappointing two-month run to open the season.

Andrew McCutchen designated for assignment by Rangers
Trio of Astros pitchers combine to make history in win over Rangers
Rangers offense reaches rock bottom in no-hit loss to Astros
Rangers’ payback against the Astros reached a historic level
The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz
Spencer Horwitz News / Just Baseball / May 27
Spencer Horwitz Is an Underrated Talent on the Pirates

Spencer Horwitz Is an Underrated Talent on the Pirates

Back on December 10, 2024, the Toronto Blue Jays made a blockbuster move to acquire Andrés Giménez from the Cleveland Guardians for a pair of prospects.

Bubba Chandler News / Field Level Media / May 27
Pirates' Bubba Chandler aims to stop slide vs. reeling Cubs

Pirates' Bubba Chandler aims to stop slide vs. reeling Cubs

The Chicago Cubs are in the midst of their longest losing streak in nearly four years. Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Bubba Chandler has lost his past four decisions.

Bryan Reynolds News / HITC / May 26
The real reason behind Bryan Reynolds’ strange season for the Pittsburgh Pirates

The real reason behind Bryan Reynolds’ strange season for the Pittsburgh Pirates

The simplest explanation for Bryan Reynolds’ unusual start is the one Pirates fans keep returning to: something must be wrong physically. The evidence does not really back that up.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / The Lead / May 25
The Pirates’ Bullpen Is a Major Issue Costing Them Wins

The Pirates’ Bullpen Is a Major Issue Costing Them Wins

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been at the bottom of baseball’s standings for years. The 2026 season has proven to be different.  The Pirates have been at or over .500 since the beginning of April.

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