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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 22
Pirates GM addresses Paul Skenes trade chatter
It seems to be a foregone conclusion that at some point over the next four or five years the Pittsburgh Pirates are going to have to trade starting pitcher Paul Skenes when he begins to price himself out of their budget. It's probably not a matter of if it happens, but probably a matter of when it happens.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 10
Pirates made another personnel change in addition to Derek Shelton
The Pirates’ managerial change naturally drew most of the headlines on Thursday, but in addition to letting go of Derek Shelton, the Bucs also moved on from another member of the coaching staff.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / May 6
Tommy Pham signing another Ben Cherington Pirates blunder 
Pham is one of many reasons why Cherington’s Time as Pirates GM is running out I don’t need to say too much about how bad Tommy Pham’s tenure has been with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The '2025 MLB All-Star Starters' quiz
How many of the non-pitchers selected to start the 2025 MLB All-Star Game in Atlanta can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 20
NL Central Notes: Pirates, Cherington, Myers, Steer
The Pirates have gotten off to a difficult start in 2025. The club is 8-15 overall, leaving them in last place in the NL Central and six games back of the division-leading Cubs.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / February 13
Report: Pirates main move is still to come
Is this Cherington’s last chance to help save the offense? It shouldn’t be a surprise that Ben Cherington is looking to add to the roster with many question marks offensively as the offseason winds down, with pitchers and catchers reporting to Bradenton this week.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / February 12
Grading the Pirates Offseason as Spring Training Begins
After a disappointing last-place finish in 2024, Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington entered this offseason with a full plate. Last year’s version of the Pirates finished 76-86, identical to how they completed 2023.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / January 18
Ben Cherington Says Pirates Not Done Adding to Roster
It’s been a pretty quite offseason for the Pittsburgh Pirates so far, but that looks like it could change at some point between now and spring training.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / January 7
Pirates’ Offseason Moves From Past 5 Years; Not Much to Rave About
Ben Cherington is now in his sixth offseason as general manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Pirates hired Cherington to replace ousted GM Neal Huntington following the 2019 season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / December 18
What Pirates Seek in Their Next Farm Director
Christmas is one week away, and the Pittsburgh Pirates still don’t have anyone to oversee their farm system. John Baker is ostensibly handling his former role as director of coach and player development.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / December 17
Winter meetings prove same old business for Pirates
Is anything going to change in Pittsburgh for Ben Cherington and the Pirates? Winter meetings say not likely. Although the MLB Winter Meetings aren’t usually as exciting and chaotic as NFL Free Agency, fans can at least get a feel for their team’s vision for the upcoming season based on hot stove rumors and specific signings and trades.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / December 14
Pirates December Minor-League Signings (Part 1)
Though the Pittsburgh Pirates have yet to make noise on the Major League free agent market, general manager Ben Cherington has added some depth to the organization.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / December 14
Miguel Perez Makes Long Climb to Pirates’ Coaching Staff
Miguel Perez took no shortcuts to his spot on the Pittsburgh Pirates’ coaching staff. When Perez was hired as the team’s bullpen coach on Friday, it came after he spent 17 seasons in the Pirates’ farm system as a player, coach, instructor and manager.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / December 8
Three Winter Meetings Trade Proposals for Pirates
Maybe it is an omen. Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington and I were on the same flight from Pittsburgh to Dallas. Then we ate lunch at the same restaurant.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 24
Give Ben Cherington Credit for Swallowing Pride
All general managers make mistakes. Pittsburgh Pirates GM Ben Cherington is no different. During his five years on the job, he has made his share of bad trades and free-agent signings.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 19
Potential Pirates Trade Targets: Big Upgrade to the Bullpen
This is one in a series of examining potential trade targets for the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2024-25 offseason. While offense should be the priority for Ben Cherington and the Pittsburgh Pirates this offseason, the bullpen is also in need of a facelift.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 13
Potential Pirates Trade Targets: Outfielder Primed for Rebound Season
This is one in a series of examining potential trade targets for the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2024-25 offseason. The reality of Ben Cherington’s situation is that he must hunt for bargains.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / November 13
Three former MLB player possibilites for Pirates hitting coach position
There’s an opening. Are any of these guys a fit? It’s hard to say how much the hitting coach hire will help a flawed organization like the Pittsburgh Pirates, which stinks at developing players.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 9
Potential Pirates Trade Targets: On-Base Machine From Giants
This is one in a series of examining potential trade targets for the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2024-25 offseason. Outfield and first base help will be among the biggest priorities for Pirates general manager Ben Cherington this offseason.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 7
Pirates Very Deliberate in Hitting Coach Search
SAN ANTONIO — More than a month has passed since the Pittsburgh Pirates fired their hitting coach. However, they have yet to find a replacement for Andy Haines.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 1
Ben Cherington Can Look to His Past for Pirates’ Trade Partner
The three players who started the most games in the outfield for the Pittsburgh Pirates this past season were Bryan Reynolds, Michael A. Taylor and Jack Suwinski.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / October 16
Ben Cherington Stands Behind Pirates’ Player Development
It is always fun when the Pittsburgh Pirates honor their 1979 team, the last one to win a World Series for the franchise. It is equally fun to hear those players’ thoughts on the current Pirates’ organization.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 9
Why Pirates management should be furious with owner Bob Nutting
Earlier this summer, Pirates owner Bob Nutting made a rare appearance in front of the media, boldly proclaiming the team must be prepared to trade for offense before the trade deadline on July 30 at 6 p.m. ET.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / June 30, 2024
Cherington: 'We have more players who can improve -- by far -- than the number we can acquire'
Midway through the 2024 season, the Pirates find themselves on the outside looking in when it comes to the race for a wild card spot out of the National League.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 22, 2024
Pirates owner lays out club's approach to trade deadline
How aggressive will the Pittsburgh Pirates be ahead of the trade deadline?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 10, 2024
Arrival of top prospect puts pressure on Pirates management
If it was not already before, the clock is now officially ticking on general manager Ben Cherington and the Pittsburgh Pirates front office.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 16, 2023
Peacock announcer hit by foul ball during live interview with Pirates GM
When you are attending a baseball game you always need to be alert for flying baseballs. This is true for both fans and as we have come to learn this season, the people announcing the games.
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