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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 26
Pirates Hire New Infield Coach
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finalized their coaching staff for the 2026 season, which incudes a familiar face in charge of the infield. The Pirates made Chris Truby their infield coach for the 2026 season, making an internal hire for the position, as he was already on manager Don Kelly's staff this past campaign.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / December 26
Pirates get good grade for Ryan O’Hearn signing 
The Pittsburgh Pirates are improving their offense by signing Ryan O’Hearn away from the San Diego Padres on a two-year deal. O’Hearn, 32, is set to make $29 million over the next two seasons with the Bucs, giving them a designated hitter and outfielder to work with.
Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 25
Pirates Earn Praise For Ryan O'Hearn Signing
It's been said time and time again that Ryan O'Hearn isn't some groundbreaking move , but it is to the Pittsburgh Pirates. For the first time in nine years, they went out and signed a free-agent to a multi-year deal.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 25
Pirates Not Done Making Moves this Offseason
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had one of their most active offseasons in recent history, as they try and build a competent lineup that will contend for the playoffs.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Jared Triolo News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 25
Where Pirates' Jared Triolo Fits in 2026
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made new additions to their roster ahead of the 2026 season, which heavily change its configuration from last campaign.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 25
Pirates Urged to Sign Free Agent Power Bat
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates added a top free agent in Ryan O'Hearn, but still could use another bat in the lineup to solidify a great offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 25
Pirates Fans' Christmas List for a Big 2026
PITTSBURGH — Christmas is the holiday where people come together and celebrate family and friends and even hope for a better season from the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 24
Pirates Pitcher Makes Hilarious Comment on Ryan O'Hearn Signing
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made their first crucial free agent signing of the offseason in Ryan O'Hearn, who greatly improves their lineup for 2026.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 24
Ryan O'Hearn's Contract Incentives with Pirates Revealed
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finally added a big time bat in free agency this season in Ryan O'Hearn, who will get his chance to show what he can do in the black and yellow.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / December 23
Pirates break a crazy streak of cheapness with latest free-agent signing
The Pittsburgh Pirates have finally managed to snap their own streak of tightness. Word broke on Tuesday that the Pirates have signed first baseman Ryan O’Hearn in free agency.
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.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / December 23
Pirates Keep Adding, Ink Ryan O’Hearn To Two-Year Deal
Heading into this offseason, the biggest question surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates was their offense. So far, they’ve made legitimate splashes on the trade market, adding Brandon Lowe, Jhostynxon Garcia, and more.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / New Baseball Media / December 23
Pirates to Sign Ryan O’Hearn: What to Make of Move
Another power-hitting lefty has a chance to do damage in PNC Park this upcoming season. Former Orioles 1B/OF Ryan O’Hearn has reportedly agreed to join the Pirates on a two-year deal, fortifying their lineup for the 2026 campaign.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Total Apex Sports / December 23
Ryan O’Hearn Signs With the Pittsburgh Pirates
In a move that solidifies a surprisingly aggressive winter, the Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a two-year, $29 million contract with All-Star First Baseman Ryan O’Hearn.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 23
Pirates Break Nine-Year Drought With Major Free Agent Deal
In a move that reshapes both their payroll and competitive expectations, the Pittsburgh Pirates have signed first baseman Ryan O'Hearn to a two-year, $29 million contract, marking the largest annual salary commitment to a free agent in the franchise's history.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / December 23
Pirates' Paul Skenes Receives Good News in MLB Free Agency
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made it clear as an organization that they will not trade Paul Skenes despite league-wide interest. Instead, the team has committed to building around him heading into the 2026 MLB season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 24
Pirates land All-Star slugger they've been looking for in Ryan O’Hearn
The Pirates have not had a winning season in nearly a decade and are trying to change that this offseason.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 23
Will Pirates be next last-place team to sign Japanese star after White Sox?
As the MLB offseason progresses, there have been a few surprising teams jumping into the fray. One such club is the Pittsburgh Pirates, who pulled off one of the biggest trades of the hot stove season this past Friday.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / December 22
Top 3 First-Round Draft Targets for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2026
During the 2025 Winter Meetings, the buzz was all about the biggest free agents on the market. Kyle Schwarber, Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz, and others all inked deals for the upcoming season, which meant most of the conversations were about these blockbuster deals.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 22
Kazuma Okamoto, Pirates reportedly engaged in 'multiple virtual meetings'
It was almost a month ago that the Pirates were first linked to Kazuma Okamoto, as The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal and Evan Drellich reported that Okamoto
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / December 20
Pirates looking to make another significant addition
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made their lineup a priority this offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 19
Pirates Designate Marco Luciano, Tsung-Che Cheng For Assignment
The Pirates are designating outfielder Marco Luciano and infielder Tsung-Che Cheng for assignment, as first reflected on the MLB.com transaction log. Pittsburgh needed to open two spots on the 40-man roster after this morning’s three-team trade that netted Brandon Lowe, Mason Montgomery and Jake Mangum.
MLB News / Yardbarker / December 19
Pirates need to continue improving even after adding Brandon Lowe
The Pittsburgh Pirates struck out in their pursuit of free agent Kyle Schwarber to add a big bat to their lineup. They did not strike out on Friday in the trade market.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / December 19
Pirates close to trade for 2-time All-Star
The Pittsburgh Pirates are apparently serious about trying to upgrade their roster this offseason. The Pirates are closing in on a three-team trade to acquire Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe, according to reports.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 18
Pirates Finalize Coaching Staff
The Pirates officially announced their coaching staff this morning. Most of the hirings had been previously reported, but the Bucs announced a few new additions.
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