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On YouTubeAndrew McCutchen News / ESPN / February 10
GM: Pirates 'will never shut the door' on McCutchen 
Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said Tuesday the team "will never shut the door" on potentially finding a role for Andrew McCutchen, a longtime cornerstone of the franchise.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 10
After an Active Winter, what’s left for the Pittsburgh Pirates?
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2025-2026 offseason has been one to remember. So far, they’ve acquired Brandon Lowe, Mason Montgomery, Jake Mangum, and Jhostyxon Garcia via trades, and have signed Ryan O’Hearn, Gregory Soto, and Marcell Ozuna to Major League contracts.
The 'Home run leaders by MLB team' quiz
How many of the career leaders in home runs for every MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 10
Grading the Pirates 2026 Offseason
Spring training’s start officially ends the 2026 offseason, compelling us to issue our annual offseason grade for the Pittsburgh Pirates. General manager Ben Cherington’s work is far from done.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / February 10
Believe the Paul Skenes Hype in Fantasy Baseball 2026
No discussion of top starting pitchers for fantasy baseball in 2026 should take place without mentioning Paul Skenes. After an unworldly 2024 in which he went 11-3 with a tiny 1.96 ERA, he basically copied his performance last season and, if you can believe it, got even better.
Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 10
Why Bubba Chandler's Spring Focus Matters More Than His Results
Under the relentless Florida sun that bakes the backfields of Pirate City in Bradenton, the Pittsburgh Pirates' Bubba Chandler is engaged in a silent battle.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 10
Why Pirates were right to sign Marcell Ozuna instead of Andrew McCutchen
The Pirates, for once, acted in the best interest of the franchise.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 10
Should Phillies and Pirates swap former All-Stars?
Does a swap of former All-Stars make sense for the Phillies and Pirates?
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 10
Pirates' Paul Skenes Faces Top Prospect in Spring Training
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes is already down at Spring Training and got to take on the future of the franchise. Skenes faced off against shortstop Konnor Griffin, the top prospect in baseball, down at Pirate City in Bradenton, Fla.
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 / Total Pro Sports / February 10
Pittsburgh Pirates Could Reunite With Former Southpaw As Rumors Swirl
The Pittsburgh Pirates are still lurking in the free agent market after signing Marcell Ozuna. Pirates fans were thrilled with their latest signing, and they seem to want more.
Marcell Ozuna News / Last Word On Sports / February 9
Ozuna and the Pirates: Good Hitter, Not the Best Fit
After the Pittsburgh Pirates missed out on Eugenio Suárez, their pivot to Marcell Ozuna raises as many questions as it answers. Ozuna will give the Pirates the right-handed bat they need, but at what cost to the rest of the lineup?
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 9
Pirates Likely Not Trading for Astros Third Baseman
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have looked at a trade target that would fill a role on their team, but a recent decision likely rules them out of that potential move.
Khristian Curtis News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 9
Pirates Invite Pitching Prospect to Spring Training
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have given a big opportunity to one of their better pitchers in the farm system . The Pirates announced that they have made right-handed pitcher Khristian Curtis a non-roster invitee to Major League Camp at Spring Training.
MLB News / Last Word On Sports / February 9
What Marcell Ozuna Will Bring to the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates have added another legitimate slugger, as they’ve signed veteran Marcell Ozuna to a one-year deal worth a guaranteed $12 million.
Marcell Ozuna News / Bucs Dugout / February 9
Pirates sign Marcell Ozuna to one-year deal
There’s been rumors for a while now that the Pittsburgh Pirates weren’t done in free agency, and Ben Cherington made good on that rumor this morning, with the Bucs signing DH/left fielder Marcell Ozuna to a one-year, $12 million deal, according to ESPN.
MLB News / Yardbarker / February 10
Pirates should have targeted franchise icon instead of Marcell Ozuna deal
The Pirates finished their seventh consecutive losing season (71-91) in 2025 and have not made the playoffs for over a decade (2015).
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 8
Rays Hire Joe Hudson, Beau Sulser In Player Development Roles
The Rays have hired Joe Hudson and Beau Sulser to the team’s player development ranks, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. The hirings presumably indicate that Hudson and Sulser have ended their playing careers.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 5
Pirates To Sign José Urquidy
The Pirates and right-hander José Urquidy are in agreement on a contract, reports Will Sammon of The Athletic. He’ll earn $1.5MM on a one-year deal, Jon Heyman of the New York Post adds.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / February 5
Top Pirates Prospects Who Could Contribute in 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates set their sights high this offseason, and they’ve delivered upon their promises to increase payroll and add to the roster. With the additions of Brandon Lowe, Ryan O’Hearn, and others, it’s been a big winter for the club.
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