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Pirates' Paul Skenes Gets Record-Breaking Bonus

Pittsburgh Pirates superstar starting pitcher Paul Skenes has landed a record $3,436,343 from this year's pre-arbitration bonus pool. Combined with his earnings from last year's bonus from the same pool, he has earned $5,588,400.

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Pirates Must Splurge on Mariners Third Baseman This Offseason

Rumors that the Pittsburgh Pirates might actually spend this offseason are circulating already, after MLB insider Jeff Passan linked them to some big-name free agents they might otherwise be considered an unrealistic fit for.

Ben Cherington News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 25

Ben Cherington Makes One Promise to Pirates Fans

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are in the midst of one of their most important offseasons in recent history and general manager Ben Cherington knows this better than anyone else.

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The 'Most home runs by a switch hitter' quiz

A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB home run leaders since 1997' quiz

The 'Multiple MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'MLB home run record by position' quiz

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 25

Pirates Eyeing Trade for Cardinals Hitters

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need offensive help for next season and are looking for any option they can find, even from a divisional rival. Ken Rosenthal and Evan Drellich of The Athletic reported that the Pirates are exploring trades this offseason and checked with the St.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Ken Rosenthal News / Bucs Dugout / November 25

Ken Rosenthal reports Pirates interested in former All-Star hitters in free agency

The word on the street is that the Pittsburgh Pirates are going to be active in free agency. Whether it’s spending $30-40 million, having interest in

Jack Suwinski News / Total Apex Sports / November 24

Jack Suwinski Saga: Did the Pirates Make a $1.25 Million Mistake?

Just when you thought the Pittsburgh Pirates might be ready to play with the big boys this offseason, they pull a move straight out of the bargain bin.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 24

One Surprising Reason Pirates Might Spend More This Offseason

The Pittsburgh Pirates are notoriously stingy when it comes to their payroll, but offseason rumors have linked them to big-name free agents like Josh Naylor and Kyle Schwarber.

Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / November 24

Paul Skenes Receives Good News After Pirates' Trade Decision

The Pittsburgh Pirates struck gold when they selected Paul Skenes with the first overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft out of LSU. After just his second season in Pittsburgh, the 23-year-old right-hander has solidified himself as the top pitcher in the National League.

Josh Naylor News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 24

Pirates Never Made Offer to Mariners' Josh Naylor

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are targeting hitters in free agency that will bolster their offense in 2026, but they apparently never made an offer on a player that they were previously reported doing so.

MLB News / Yardbarker / November 24

Three KBO stars who MLB teams should pursue

Baseball's international appeal has long played a big role in the sport's growth.

Three non-playoff MLB teams that could contend in 2026

Three MLB teams that may regret their non-tender decisions

MLB’s new media deal may end up being a bad deal for consumers

The greatest World Series home runs of all time

The '2019 Washington Nationals World Series roster' 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.

Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 24

Pirates' Jared Jones Celebrates Major Life Milestone

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed pitcher Jared Jones is working back towards full-fitness, but made sure he completed a important goal of his as well.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 24

Pirates Sign Former Cardinals Minor League Reliever

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have added more pitching to their organization, signing a pitcher that was in the minor league system of a rival. The Pirates signed left-handed pitcher Oddanier Mosqueda to a minor league deal on Nov.

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The 'Most catches by an NFL running back' quiz

The '2025 NFL draft QB class' quiz

The 'Active 300-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

The '2022 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 23

Pirates Prioritizing One Position in Free Agency

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one important need this offseason, that the front office is looking towards free agency for the solution. Jeff Passan of ESPN reported that the Pirates are one of a few teams that are in the market for a closer and relievers in free agency.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 23

Insider Makes Bold Prediction on Pirates and Japanese Star

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates normally don't make big signings in free agency, but one MLB insider sees them doing so and looking outside the United States for that player.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 22

Pirates Named Fit for Mets Slugger

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need offense for next season and one New York Mets slugger is one player that would help them out greatly in that regard.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 22

Pirates Tender Five Contracts Ahead of Deadline

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates decided on players they would keep past the non-tender deadline, offering them contracts for next season. The Pirates

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / November 21

Pirates Tender Contract to Catcher Despite Off Year

The Pittsburgh Pirates have tendered a contract to catcher Joey Bart for 2026 despite his regression in 2025. This, judging by his absence from MLB.com’s complete non-tendered player list.

Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / November 21

Pirates' Paul Skenes Makes Announcement on Friday

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes just wrapped up his second season in MLB and his first as a pitcher on the Opening Day roster. The 23-year-old right-hander has continued to dominate at every level of his professional career.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 21

Five Pirates Decisions Before Non-Tender Deadline

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few decisions remaining on what they do with arbitration eligible players ahead of the non-tender deadline, which will determine the future of those players with the ball club.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 20

Pirates avoid arbitration with outfielder Jack Suwinski

The Pirates and outfielder Jack Suwinski have avoided arbitration.

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz

Josh Naylor News / Just Baseball / November 20

Who Will Take the Pirates’ 'Naylor Money'?

After rumblings that the Pittsburgh Pirates were hoping to up their payroll heading into the 2026 season, fans were finally given some more hard evidence for this on November 18.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / November 18

Pirates' willingness to spend could preview next CBA

The Pittsburgh Pirates and willingness to spend in free agency are rarely seen together without the words "do not have a" between them. That is not the case this offseason.

Reports of Pirates free-agent spending only magnifies team's problem

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

Ben Cherington News / Yardbarker / November 18

Reports of Pirates spending only magnifies team's problem

Reports of Pirates free-agent spending only magnifies team's problem

There is perhaps no team in Major League Baseball facing more pressure from its own fan base to have a big offseason than the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Report: Mariners to make first major signing of offseason

Three potential trade destinations for Kodai Senga

Kyle Tucker, Bo Bichette among players to reject qualifying offer

Former Rockies VP reveals 'what if' scenario involving Kyle Schwarber, Kris Bryant

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'National League Cy Young winners' quiz

Kyle Schwarber News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 18

Pirates have an interest in Kyle Schwarber

Pirates GM Ben Cherington said last week that he had “more [financial] flexibility than we’ve had in other offseasons I’ve been in Pittsburgh,” and subsequent reports indicated that Bucs ownership could approach the $40MM mark with their spending plans this winter.

Kristopher Negron News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 15

Pirates hire Kristopher Negron, Tony Beasley to coaching staff

The Pirates will be hiring Kristopher Negron as their new bench coach and Tony Beasley as the third base coach, according to Jason Mackey of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Negron has been on the Mariners’ coaching staff for the last four seasons, while Beasley returns to the Pirates organization after spending over a decade with the Rangers.