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Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 24
Pirates Designate José Urquidy For Assignment
The Pirates announced that they have selected the contract of catcher Shawn Ross. Fellow catcher Rafael Flores has been placed on the seven-day concussion-related injured list.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 24
Pirates Place Catcher on Injured List Before Cubs Game
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates can't seem to have a healthy catcher corps and suffered another blow to their position group. Pirates manager Don Kelly announced that they are placing catcher Rafael Flores Jr.
Oneil Cruz News / Athlon Sports / July 24
Pirates Make Stance Clear on Potential Oneil Cruz Trade
The Pittsburgh Pirates have no plans to move Oneil Cruz ahead of the MLB trade deadline, despite recent speculation surrounding the injured outfielder.
The 'Most 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
How many of the 51 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in seven minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 24
Pirates Add Catcher to Taxi Squad Before Cubs Series
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates head into an important homestand with a potential change at catcher. The Pirates have catcher Shawn Ross on the taxi squad ahead of their series opener vs.
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 24
Pirates Could Take Serious Stride in Wild Card Race Against Cubs
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finished their first road trip after the All-Star break and head back home to take on the Chicago Cubs in what could be a pivotal series for the rest of the season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 24
Four Prospects Pirates Shouldn't Trade Before Trade Deadline
In a seller's market, the Pittsburgh Pirates are going to have to get comfortable with the gaudy asking prices if they plan on making meaningful upgrades before the August 3 trade deadline.
Dennis Santana News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 24
Pirates Made Right Call With Dennis Santana
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates showed that they aren't waiting to fix their bullpen issues and will make tough choices, even when it comes to their long-time relief pitchers.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 24
Pirates Should Trade for Orioles Relief Pitcher
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need bullpen help and one pitcher addition could play a big role in doing just that. Baltimore Orioles right-handed relief pitcher Yennier Cano is one player that could end up on the trade block and it would make sense for the Pirates to, at the very least, enquire about his services.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23
Pirates make necessary moves to improve bullpen, but GM Ben Cherington must do more
The Pirates' moves on Thursday can only be the start of their bullpen overhaul. They still need a lot more.
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.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 23
Pirates Acquire Ron Marinaccio, Designate Dennis Santana For Assignment
The Padres announced that they have acquired right-hander Ron Marinaccio from the Padres. The Friars, who designated him for assignment recently, receive international bonus pool considerations in return.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 23
Four Prospects Pirates Should Trade Before Deadline
PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates are in an exciting place ahead of the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline. With a 53-50 record through 103 games, the Bucs are keeping pace in the NL Wild Card race.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 22
Max Fried dazzles in dominating return to Yankees rotation
The New York Yankees were 2-0 winners over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night, and the biggest driving force behind it was a dominant start from Max Fried in his return to the rotation for the first time in over two months.
Jake Mangum News / Field Level Media / July 22
Pirates scratch CF Jake Mangum (foot) for Game 2 vs. Yankees
Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Jake Mangum was scratched from the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the host New York Yankees due to right foot discomfort.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 23
Yankees IF Jose Caballero's antics in batter's box lead to another altercation
New York Yankees infielder Jose Caballero is not making any friends around Major League Baseball when it comes to both pitchers and umpires.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 22
Yankees rally late, but Pirates take DH opener in 10 innings
Jared Triolo hit a tiebreaking RBI single with one out in the 10th inning as the Pittsburgh Pirates recovered from losing a three-run lead and outlasted the host New York Yankees for a 5-3 victory in the opener of a split doubleheader on Wednesday afternoon.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Just Baseball / July 22
The Young Pirate Hitting His Way Into Rookie of the Year Talks
The 2025 season was a whirlwind for Esmerlyn Valdez, and one that got little attention in the headlines. While a 19-year-old Konnor Griffin broke out and
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22
Pirates’ Paul Skenes clears air on Yankees trade rumors after Livvy Dunne’s attempted $1.59 million Babe Ruth move
While there were rumors that Paul Skenes would be traded to the New York Yankees after the Pittsburgh Pirates’ star’s girlfriend, Olivia “Livvy” Dunne, tried to make a Babe Ruth move that would’ve cost $1.59 million, they were denied by the pitcher.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Yardbarker / July 20
Pirates' Esmerlyn Valdez makes history in multiple ways with latest HR
Despite falling to secure a much-needed win on Monday night, a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates' red-hot offense made his rookie season historic in multiple ways.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 20
Phillies' Bryce Harper, Trea Turner both hit milestones vs. Dodgers
The Philadelphia Phillies opened up a series in one of the best ways possible on Monday — full of milestones and ending in a statement win.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 20
Pirates rumors: What Pittsburgh ownership is mandating ahead of MLB trade deadline
The Pittsburgh Pirates have often been on the selling end of things at the MLB Trade Deadline. This year, the Pirates may be buying instead of selling.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / July 20
Pirates' Trade Deadline Plans Revealed
The Pittsburgh Pirates have positioned themselves to be buyers ahead of the Aug. 3 trade deadline. Entering Monday, the Pirates sit at 52-48 through 100 games.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 20
Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Skenes Pitches Seven Strong, Valdez Powers up Again, Injury Updates & More
The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 52-48 record and sit in third place in the National League Central standings. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured a 7-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians.
Billy Cook News / Field Level Media / July 19
Unheralded Billy Cook makes key plays to help Pirates beat Guardians
Billy Cook collected three hits and drove in his first two runs of the season, fueling the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-1 victory over the Cleveland Guardians on Sunday afternoon.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 19
Surprise NL Central team expected to be aggressive ahead of trade deadline
With the Aug. 3rd MLB deadline rapidly approaching, teams will soon be figuring out whether to buy or sell. One somewhat surprising team is reportedly expected to be a buyer.
Dominic Fletcher News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 19
Pirates Re-Sign Dominic Fletcher To Minor League Deal
Outfielder Dominic Fletcher is back with the Pirates on a minor league agreement, per his MLB.com transactions tracker. Fletcher was released in early July.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 17
Stats show why Pirates are one of the best offensive teams in MLB
While the Pittsburgh Pirates sit in fourth place in the NL Central this season, they are only one game behind the St. Louis Cardinals and have a record of 50-47.
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