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Kirby Yates Retires

Veteran right-hander Kirby Yates announced his retirement this afternoon following the Pirates’ 4-3 walk-off loss to the Tigers in Detroit. In a game that featured Justin Verlander’s final career start for the Tigers, the Pirates opted for a bullpen game, and manager Don Kelly gave Yates the nod as the opener.

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Pirates Not Expected To Make Leadership Changes For 2027

Pirates GM Ben Cherington discussed his own future along with many other topics as part of a season wrap-up interview with reporters (including the Pittsburgh

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The 'Multiple 30/30 MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 19 players to join the 30/30 club multiple times in their MLB careers can you name in five minutes?

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Ben Cherington News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 26

Ben Cherington Explains Why He Should Stay With Pirates

DETROIT — Ben Cherington is nearing the end of his seventh season as Pittsburgh Pirates general manager and he's still trying to build a winning baseball culture.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Kirby Yates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 26

Pirates Veteran Relief Pitcher Gets First Start of MLB Career

DETROIT — The end of an MLB career is tough for any player, so the Pittsburgh Pirates are making sure one of their veterans gets one last time to show his stuff.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 26

Paul Skenes Tired of Disappointing Pirates Seasons

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates won't finish the 2026 season with playoff baseball and it's a let down for every player, especially Paul Skenes. The Pirates' starting pitcher, who ended his third MLB season, hasn't been a part of a postseason team yet, with the 2026 team eliminated a week ago.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 25

Pirates Comeback Falls Just Short in Loss to Tigers

DETROIT — The Pittsburgh Pirates almost erased a late deficit, but their earlier play hurt them and led to a tough loss. The Pirates fell to the Detroit Tigers 8-7 in the series opener at Comerica Park on Sept.

Bryan Reynolds News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 25

Pirates' Bryan Reynolds Can Set Incredible State vs. Tigers

DETROIT — Bryan Reynolds is the longest-tenured member of the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he's close to achieving a big goal in his career. Reynolds has played in all 159 games this season and will start in left field for No.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 25

Pirates' Paul Skenes Readies For Tense Labor Battle

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes is done with his 2026 season, but he has a massive offseason ahead of him off the mound. Skenes

Brandon Lowe News / Athlon Sports / September 25

Calls For Pirates to Extend Brandon Lowe Increasing

Brandon Lowe has been as good as the Pittsburgh Pirates could’ve asked for in his first season with the team. Over 148 games this season, the 32-year-old is slashing .262/.332/.493 with 34 home runs and 95 RBI.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 25

Pirates Announce Starting Pitchers for Final Season Series

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates rotation is pitching in their last games of 2026, with this being the final weekend they take the mound. The Pirates face the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park, Sept.

Kirby Yates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 25

Pirates Veteran Kirby Yates Facing Tough Decision After 2026

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will make some difficult roster decisions this offseason, but the players must make choices for their future as well.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / September 25

Pirates attempt to seal winning record as final set vs. Tigers begins

For the Pittsburgh Pirates, the final weekend of the 2026 season will be a chance to look back at the progress they have made with an eye on how they can take the next step forward next year.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / September 25

Pirates break single season strikeout record

The Pittsburgh Pirates might not be a playoff team this year, but the team still has a chance to finish the session with a winning record. The Pitching deserves a lot of credit for the success of this season. The Pirates set a new franchise record for strikeouts in a season with 1,444, after right-handed pitcher Lake Bachar struck out St.

Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 24

Pirates’ Paul Skenes sends sobering message after missing the MLB playoffs again

The Pittsburgh Pirates are already mathematically eliminated from 2026 MLB postseason contention despite their 2-1 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Thursday.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 24

Paul Skenes Makes Pirates History to end 2026 Season

PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes may not have had the 2026 season he wanted, but he was still dominant for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Skenes notched his 200th strikeout in his final start of the season against the St.

Spencer Horwitz News / Field Level Media / September 24

Spencer Horwitz's sacrifice fly lifts Pirates over Cardinals

Spencer Horwitz's sacrifice fly in the eighth drove in the go-ahead run, and Paul Skenes concluded his season with a quality start as the Pittsburgh Pirates wrapped up their home schedule with a 2-1 victory over the St.

Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / September 24

Camilo Doval reunites with former team after Pirates DFA

The Pittsburgh Pirates' surprising decision to part ways with trade-deadline acquisition Camilo Doval has led to a reunion.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 24

Pirates Finally End Embarrasing Losing Season Streak

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have spent most of the past three decades in futility, but the 2026 season won't be one of those years. The Pirates earned their 81st win of the season, 2-1 against the St.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / September 23

Brandon Lowe will be big test for how serious Pirates are about competing

If you are serious about winning, write the check. Find a way to get it done. Offer him something that persuades him from wanting to leave.

Cardinals ride 5 early runs to snap Pirates’ 5-game win streak

Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / September 22

Pirates reinstate Kirby Yates from IL, DFA Camilo Doval

The Pittsburgh Pirates swapped one former All-Star closer for another Tuesday when Kirby Yates was activated from the injured list and fellow right-hander Camilo Doval was designated for assignment.

Camilo Doval News / Yardbarker / September 22

Pirates make surprising decision on Camilo Doval

The Pittsburgh Pirates were buyers at the 2026 MLB trade deadline, adding several relievers in an attempt to make a playoff push. One of those relievers has been jettisoned from the roster.

Paul Skenes admits World Baseball Classic affected his season

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Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / September 21

Paul Skenes admits World Baseball Classic affected his season

For the first time in his short three-year MLB career, the Pittsburgh Pirates ace looked like he wasn't completely dominant and overpowering hitters.

Cubs somber after Alex Bregman's scary injury

Bregman posts gnarly photo update after getting hit in face by foul ball

Extent of Bregman’s injuries from errant foul ball have been revealed

Blue Jays RHP Dylan Cease might be done for season

Dodgers have familiar Roki Sasaki spot for postseason

Brandon Lowe News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 19

Pirates, Brandon Lowe Have Mutual Interest In New Deal

Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe has thrived this year, but it could go down as his only season with the franchise. While Lowe is on track to become a free agent in the offseason, he and the Pirates have mutual interest in a new deal, Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.