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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / September 8
Pirates recall Ronny Simon, option Nick Yorke to Indianapolis over weekend 
The Bucs made a move before Sunday’s game with the Los Angeles Angels, recalling switch-hitting outfielder Ronny Simon and optioning infielder Nick Yorke to Triple-A Indianapolis.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 7
Pirates Still Have Realistic Shot at Playoffs
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have gotten back to winning ways, and they must continue that as they come towards the end of the season. The Pirates are 71-73 overall and five and a half games back in the National League Wild Card race with just 18 games left in the 2026 season.
Kirby Yates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 7
Pirates Believe Good News is Coming From Kirby Yates
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates recently lost right-handed relief pitcher Kirby Yates to injury, but it's likely he returns in the near future. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington spoke on Yates' latest injury on The Pirates Insider Show on 93.7 The Fan that he should come back once they can activate him off the injured list.
The 'Multiple 3-HR games in a season' quiz
How many of the MLB players to hit three home runs in a single game multiple times in the same season can you name in five minutes?
Henry Davis News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 7
Pirates' Henry Davis Making Big Changes at Plate
PITTSBURGH — Henry Davis has struggled at the plate with the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he believes he's figured out one of his flaws. Davis hit a solo home run for the Pirates against the Los Angeles Angels , which turned out to be the winning run in the 1-0 shutout victory in the series finale at PNC Park on Sept.
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.
Edward Florentino News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 7
Pirates' Edward Florentino Coming Through on Potential
PITTSBURGH — Edward Florentino is one of the best future talents for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and his 2026 season showed he's only getting better. Florentino excelled this year, hitting 27 home runs, with 24 coming at High-A Greensboro and three at Single-A Bradenton on a rehab assignment .
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 7
Pirates' Paul Skenes Excels in One Key Area vs. Angels
PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes hasn't had the season the Pittsburgh Pirates expected, but he's still finding ways to succeed despite it. Skenes had one of his better starts recently, throwing 5.1 scoreless innings in the 1-0 win over the Los Angeles Angels in the series finale at PNC Park on Sept.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 6
Pirates vs. Angels Takeaways: Superstar Pitchers Bring Back Electricity
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates saw their pitching step up in a big way and deliver against the Los Angeles Angels. The Pirates won two games, 1-0 in the series opener on Sept.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / September 6
Pirates Call Up Player for Series Finale With Angels
The Pittsburgh Pirates are adding another option to their position-player group ahead of Sunday’s series finale against the Los Angeles Angels, recalling outfielder Ronny Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis and optioning infielder/outfielder Nick Yorke.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / September 6
Paul Skenes halts winless stretch as Pirates blank Angels
Paul Skenes allowed four hits over 5 1/3 shutout innings and Henry Davis homered for the lone run of the game as the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the visiting Los Angeles Angels 1-0 in the rubber game of their three-game series on Sunday afternoon.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 6
Paul Skenes’ promising Pirates start still comes with ‘eye-raising’ fact that’s troubling
The Pittsburgh Pirates hope to push their way into the Major League Baseball Playoffs this year. Pittsburgh needs a strong finish to the season from ace Paul Skenes, in order to do that.
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.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 6
Pirates' Oneil Cruz Reaches Milestone, But Makes Crucial Mistake
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need Oneil Cruz to produce on offense, but they also need him to make better decisions. Cruz reached a career milestone against the Los Angeles Angels with his 100th stolen base, but then also got caught stealing in the eighth inning of the 6-1 loss at PNC Park on Sept.
Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 6
Pirates’ Ryan O’Hearn Finally Taking Next Step in Return
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are close to having their entire lineup back, and Ryan O'Hearn is the last major player out . Pirates general manager Ben Cherington said on The Pirates Insider Show on 93.7 The Fan that O'Hearn will start a rehab assignment with Triple-A Indianapolis and that they're hoping it comes early this week.
Ronny Simon News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 6
Pirates Bring Back Exciting Outfielder Before Angels Game
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates need to finish their series against the Los Angeles Angels with a win, and they added one player who may do that. The Pirates recalled outfielder Ronny Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis ahead of their series finale with the Angels at PNC Park on Sept.
MLB News / Just Baseball / September 6
Pirates Scuffle in Pivotal Loss to Angels
PITTSBURGH, PA — The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the second game of their three-game homestand against the Los Angeles Angels looking to take the series after an electric game-one win.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 6
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Shares Special Relationship With MLB Star
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh shortstop Konnor Griffin is one of the best young talents in baseball, but he isn't the only player who's succeeded at his age.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / September 6
Pirates' Paul Skenes faces childhood favorite Angels in series finale
Paul Skenes has started two All-Star Games, won an ERA title and garnered the 2025 National League Cy Young Award. But one thing the hard-throwing right-hander hasn't done in his career is pitch against the team he rooted for while growing up in southern California.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 5
Pirates Make Konnor Griffin Lineup Change Before Angels Game
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin is back with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and they're using him in a different spot to get the most out of him. The Pirates have Griffin leading off against the Los Angeles Angels at PNC Park on Sept.
Luke Weaver News / Larry Brown Sports / September 5
Pirates pitcher blames poison ivy for his recent struggles
Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Luke Weaver has been a disappointment since the team acquired him a month ago at the MLB trade deadline. He has dealt with one highly unusual issue that has at least something to do with that.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 4
Pirates' Luke Weaver reveals bizarre issue that may be limiting his performance
Since joining the Pirates, Luke Weaver's numbers have taken a dip from what they were with the Mets, and he recently revealed what one of the issues might be.
Konnor Griffin News / Yardbarker / September 4
Konnor Griffin's return could be the Pirates' last hope of clinching a spot in the postseason
The Pittsburgh Pirates' last hope for clinching the final NL Wild Card spot could be helped by the return of rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin. The 20-year-old
Dominic Fletcher News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 3
Reds Sign Dominic Fletcher To Minor League Deal
The Reds have agreed to a minor league contract with outfielder Dominic Fletcher. He will report to Triple-A Louisville. The 29-year-old had elected free agency in mid-August after triggering a release clause in his minor league pact with the Pirates.
Kyler Fedko News / Viral Sports News / September 4
Pirates Acquire 26-Year-Old Power Hitter in Post-Deadline Move
The Pittsburgh Pirates added organizational depth Thursday by signing 26-year-old outfielder Kyler Fedko to a minor-league contract, a move announced just before the club opens a three-game homestand against the Los Angeles Angels at PNC Park.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / New Baseball Media / September 2
2026 MLB Draft Review: Pittsburgh Pirates
With a top-ten pick and two second-rounders, the Pirates had the chance to add significant talent this past July. Pittsburgh grabbed LSU outfielder Derek Curiel with the top pick, and followed him up with a first-round caliber talent in Aiden Ruiz and more college talent.
MLB News / Yardbarker / September 2
Pirates make history with massive inning in wild walk-off win vs. Giants
Before the Pittsburgh Pirates finished off a wild game against the San Francisco Giants with a walk-off win, they made franchise history in the third inning.
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