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Pirates could commit $30M-$40M in 2026 payroll this offseason

The Pittsburgh Pirates are desperately in need of offense to support an excellent young pitching staff. General manager Ben Cherington said Tuesday that the front office has “more flexibility than they’ve had in [any] other offseasons” since he was hired going into the 2020 season.

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Paul Skenes earns a monster bonus with his Cy Young victory

Paul Skenes now has both a Cy Young Award and a lot more cash in his pocket. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace Skenes was officially named the NL Cy Young Award winner for the 2025 MLB season on Tuesday night.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

The 'Last playoff complete game by MLB team' quiz

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The 'Recent MLB World Series managers' quiz

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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.

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / November 12

Paul Skenes continues historic run with Cy Young award

Paul Skenes continues historic run for Pittsburgh Pirates with Cy Young award

Paul Skenes has built an impressive resume in just two major league seasons.

Tarik Skubal wins Cy Young again, but there's an elephant in the room

Skenes set to receive a monster bonus with his Cy Young victory

Skenes wants to be a New York Yankee?

As MLB world descends on Las Vegas, Athletics GM gives stadium update

Ex-MLB manager Joe Maddon criticizes Giants' 'insulting' Tony Vitello hiring

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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.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 12

Pirates ace Paul Skenes wins NL Cy Young award, joins exclusive club

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes has won his first career Cy Young award.

Report suggests Paul Skenes wants to be a New York Yankee

Pirates GM Ben Cherington offers definitive statement on Paul Skenes amid speculation

Reports of Pirates' intent to spend this offseason are likely fool's gold

The 25 greatest MLB players to never win an MVP

The 'Most strikeouts for an MLB rookie pitcher since 1995' quiz

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Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / November 12

GM says Paul Skenes will be a Pirate in ‘26 amid Yankees rumors

Paul Skenes isn't going anywhere. At least, not this offseason. Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington told reporters at MLB general managers meetings this week in Las Vegas that Skenes "is going to be a Pirate in 2026," according to FanSided.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / November 12

Paul Skenes has reportedly said he wants to play for one team

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes has supposedly been privately open about his desire to play for one specific team. One of Skenes’ Pirates teammates

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / November 12

Report suggests Paul Skenes wants to be a Yankee

Report suggests Paul Skenes wants to be a New York Yankee

The clock is ticking for the Pittsburgh Pirates and Paul Skenes.

Reports of Pirates' intent to spend this offseason are likely fool's gold

Should Yankees pursue Tatsuya Imai or wait for other Japanese ace instead?

Three potential landing spots for OF Kyle Tucker

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'Most strikeouts for an MLB rookie pitcher since 1995' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 12

MLB Timelines for Pirates Top 10 Prospects

Baseball America recently unveiled their updated ranking of the top 10 prospects within the Pittsburgh Pirates' system, offering a fresh and authoritative glimpse into the franchise's most valuable future assets.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / November 11

Reports of Pirates' intent to spend this offseason are likely fool's gold

The Pirates say all the right things. They never actually do them.

Pirates GM Ben Cherington offers definitive statement on Paul Skenes amid speculation

Reds POBO addresses Hunter Greene trade rumors with cryptic answer

The offseason needs for every MLB team

The 'MLB pitcher with complete games in 2024' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / November 8

Pirates Add Left-Handed Pitcher to Bullpen Mix

The Pittsburgh Pirates will sign left-handed relief pitcher Joe La Sorsa, 27, to a one-year minor league contract. The deal includes an invitation to spring training, with a major league salary of $800,000 if he makes the cut.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / November 4

Sources: Pirates Place Two Former Prospects on Waivers

The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed shortstop Liover Peguero and outfielder Ji Hwan Bae on waivers, according to sources. Danny Demillo of Pittsburgh Baseball Now and Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette broke the news.