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Livvy Dunne Opens Up on How Paul Skenes Almost Missed His Chance

Livvy Dunne Opens Up on How Paul Skenes Almost Missed His Chance

Olivia Dunne may have her hands busy with her latest celeb activities. But there wasn’t a shortage of time to talk about her relationship, though. Besides her athleticism and social media influencer role, there’s one thing that the internet knows this former LSU gymnast for.

Pete Crow-Armstrong News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz

How many of the MLB players to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in the same season before turning 25 years old can you name in five minutes?

The 'MLB 30/30 Club members' quiz
The 'MLB active hit leaders' quiz
The 'Last 100-RBI season by MLB team' quiz
MLB News / Inside The Diamonds / March 26
MLB Game Recap: Pirates & Mets Combine for 18 Runs on Opening Day

MLB Game Recap: Pirates & Mets Combine for 18 Runs on Opening Day

The game between the Pittsburgh Pirates and New York Mets featured two of the National League’s best starters. Paul Skenes and Freddy Peralta opposed each other, receiving the opening day starts for their teams.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day
MLB announces 80-game suspension for Johan Rojas
Mets star gets help from former teammate after clubhouse issues
Three comeback arms to watch in National League East
Five X factors in the AL Central
MLB News / Field Level Media / March 26
Mets torch Paul Skenes, beat Pirates in opener

Mets torch Paul Skenes, beat Pirates in opener

Brett Baty's three-run triple highlighted a five-run first inning Thursday afternoon, when the host New York Mets chased reigning National League Cy Young Award winner Paul Skenes after just two outs on their way to an 11-7 Opening Day win.

Oneil Cruz News / Larry Brown Sports / March 26
Oneil Cruz makes brutal blunders on Opening Day

Oneil Cruz makes brutal blunders on Opening Day

Paul Skenes was removed early from his Opening Day start for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday, and the play of Oneil Cruz in center field is a big reason why.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / March 26
Pirates RHP Paul Skenes departs after shortest start of career

Pirates RHP Paul Skenes departs after shortest start of career

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Paul Skenes had the shortest start of his young career when he did not make it out of the first inning of Thursday's season-opening game at the New York Mets.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
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 / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / March 26
Joel Embiid Mocks Pirates' Oneil Cruz After Brutal Opening Day

Joel Embiid Mocks Pirates' Oneil Cruz After Brutal Opening Day

PITTSBURGH — Oneil Cruz couldn't have had a worse inning in center field for the Pittsburgh Pirates than he did on Opening Day. Cruz made two poor plays defensively, which helped score four runs for the New York Mets, who would take a 5-2 lead in the bottom of the first inning in front of raucous home crowd at Citi Field.

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The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
 The 'Youngest MLB 30/30 seasons' quiz
The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz
 The 'Active MLB 3+ 30-homer seasons' quiz
The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz
 The 'Receiving-record by NFL team' quiz
The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
 The 'Most 5-three-pointer NBA games' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 26
Obvious Pirates concern emerges after Paul Skenes' rough Opening Day start

Obvious Pirates concern emerges after Paul Skenes' rough Opening Day start

The Pittsburgh Pirates have a problem.

Pirates lineup has potential to break multiple power droughts for franchise 
Five potential X factors in the NL Central
2026 MLB predictions: Aaron Judge makes more history, surprise seller, World Series winner
Four rookies poised to have breakout MLB seasons
The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / March 26
Pirates lineup has potential to break multiple power droughts for franchise 

Pirates lineup has potential to break multiple power droughts for franchise 

A year after the Pittsburgh lineup was one of the worst in baseball, the Pirates have the potential to posses a far more potent and dangerous order in 2026.

Four rookies poised to have breakout MLB seasons
Five potential X factors in the NL Central
2026 MLB predictions: Aaron Judge makes more history, surprise seller, World Series winner
The 'Active 40-homer MLB seasons' quiz
MLB News / Yardbarker / March 26
Tommy Pham could pay dividends for Mets

Tommy Pham could pay dividends for Mets

The 38-year-old Pham had a solid showing with the Pirates in 2025.

Carlos Mendoza compares Mets and Yankees fans, discusses pressure after 2025 collapse
Could Mets agree to long-term extension with Freddy Peralta during 2026 season?
Five prospects set to make MLB debuts on Opening Day
The 'Last 200-K pitcher by MLB team' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News / LWOSports.com / March 26
2026 Pittsburgh Pirates O/U: Why the Pirates Will Hit the OVER

2026 Pittsburgh Pirates O/U: Why the Pirates Will Hit the OVER

Can the Pittsburgh Pirates really compete in 2026? There’s a mixed reaction on that but one thing’s for certain, they got better this offseason. It looked like the Pirates were taking steps forward in 2023 and 2024 with a pair of 76-win seasons, but then they took a step back in 2025 with just a 71-win season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / March 25
Key Relievers the Pittsburgh Pirates Need To Breakout

Key Relievers the Pittsburgh Pirates Need To Breakout

The last time the Pittsburgh Pirates were good, they had one of the best bullpens in the sport. Their pens from 2013 through 2015 were so great that they earned the nickname “The Shark Tank.” The Pirates have a handful of quality relievers going into 2026.

Konnor Griffin News / Athlon Sports / March 24
No. 1 MLB Prospect Konnor Griffin Makes Off-Field Move After Pirates News

No. 1 MLB Prospect Konnor Griffin Makes Off-Field Move After Pirates News

Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin is one of the most highly regarded future stars in all of Major League Baseball. Ranked as the No. 1 overall prospect in the sport, according to MLB.com, Griffin has had Pirates fans excited for his future with the team since Pittsburgh selected him ninth overall in the 2024 MLB Draft.

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