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Pirates Announce Seven Player Number Changes

As the Pittsburgh Pirates prepare for the 2026 season, seven players on the current roster have opted for new jersey numbers, a wave of changes headlined by a heartfelt tribute to a franchise legend.

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Pirates Prospect Duo Misses Out on Baseball America's Top 100

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some top prospects that featured in the recent Baseball America top 100 for the 2026 season. The Pirates have four of their prospects not just in the top 100, but in the top 40.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 22

Which Pirates Are Attending PiratesFest?

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will host their PiratesFest once again this year, giving fans a chance to meet up with some of their favorite players, past and present.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 22

How Pirates Offseason Changes After Yoán Moncada News

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made some important deals in the offseason, but could still use some additions, particularly at third base. The Pirates have looked at options at the position, but haven't added anyone yet and lost out on another free agent option.

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The 'MLB active RBI leaders' quiz

Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

The 'MLB teammates to hit 30 HRs in 2017' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Active MLB doubles leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 22

Pirates Spring Breakout Game Details Finalized

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a top farm system in baseball with some of the most exciting prospects. The Pirates have a need for developing prospects and young talent as they build for the future while also trying to compete for the playoffs in 2026.

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The 20 most significant MLB Rule 5 draftees

The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Jared Jones News / Bucs Dugout / January 22

Jared Jones on track for early 2026 return for Pirates

There’s no doubting that one of the main strengths of the Pittsburgh Pirates is their starting pitching. It looks like that unit will be even stronger this season with the impending return of Jared Jones.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 21

Four Pirates Prospects Represented on New Baseball America Top 100

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are gearing towards competing for a playoff spot in 2026 and will rely on some of their youngest talent to do just that.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 21

Pirates Trade Named Best Move of Offseason

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made some important moves this offseason, as they try and bolster their lineup and roster overall for 2026. The

Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 20

Pirates' Jared Jones Addresses Offseason Injury Recovery

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Jared Jones is the midst of a long road to recovery after dealing with a serious injury last season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 20

Will Pirates Make Any More Offseason Additions?

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had one of their busier offseasons in recent history, improving roster that desperately needed additions. The

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / January 20

Report: Pirates still in pursuit of third baseman

The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a successful offseason. There’s not too many out there that wouldn’t grade their moves relatively highly. However, there’s more work still to be done, and the Bucs have a glaring need at third base, where the current depth chart lists Jared Triolo as the only one currently on the roster.

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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.

Andrew McCutchen News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 20

Pirates' Andrew McCutchen Addresses Lack of Outfield Opportunities

PITTSBURGH — Andrew McCutchen has served as one of the best Pittsburgh Pirates players in recent history and arguably the best of this century, serving as one of the better fielders as well.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 20

Pirates' Paul Skenes Plays with Famous Golfer

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes is one of the best pitchers in all of baseball, but the offseason gives him a chance to try other sports.

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The 'Last 100-catch season by team' quiz

The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz

The 'Last three-passing-TD playoff game' quiz

The 'NFL playoff rushing-TD record' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 19

Pirates Still Interested in Top Free Agent Third Baseman

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have made some impressive moves this offseason, but they would like to make some more if possible. The additions of second baseman Brandon Lowe by trade and free agent slugger Ryan O'Hearn should improve a Pirates lineup that was one of the worst in all of baseball in 2025.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / January 19

Pirates offseason still incomplete weeks before Spring Training

The Pittsburgh Pirates are less than a month away from reporting to Bradenton to get ready for the upcoming 2026 season. The team looks a little different than it did a year ago, but some changes are still to be made.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 19

Pirates' Brandon Lowe Raves About Jake Mangum

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a big time trade this offseason, which improved their lineup heading into 2026. The three-team trade with the

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 19

Pirates' Konnor Griffin Celebrates Major Life Milestone

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star prospect Konnor Griffin is still early in his career, but he's already made one of the biggest decisions in his life.

Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 19

Pirates Full Ryan O'Hearn Contract Details Revealed

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a surprising signing in free agent Ryan O'Hearn, which was a change from how they normally do business. O'Hearn joined the Pirates officially on a two-year deal on Jan.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / January 19

The Pirates are part of a Opening Day doubleheader on NBC

The Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Mets are set to play against each other opening day at Citi Field. They are going to be a part of a Primetime Opening Day doubleheader on March 26 on NBC and Peacock.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 18

Pirates Not Likely Trading for Phillies Third Baseman

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates, even with their many additions this offseason, could still use another corner infielder for 2026. The Pirates moved on from Ke'Bryan Hayes at the trade deadline, sending him and the $30 million remaining on his contract to their divisional rival in the Cincinnati Reds.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / January 18

Pirates Youngster Named Best Corner Outfielder Prospect

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some of the better prospects in baseball, including one of the top outfielders for the future of the sport. Edward Florentino had a breakout season in 2025 at just 18 years old and also his first professional season in the United States.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / New Baseball Media / January 17