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Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 17

Pirates' Paul Skenes, Livvy Dunne Attend College World Series

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes doesn't get much time off during the season, but he makes sure to spend time with girlfriend Livvy Dunne when he gets the chance.

Thomas Harrington News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 17

Pirates Minor League Recap: Pitching Prospect Continues Resurgence

Thomas Harrington’s 2025 season got off to an up-and-down start. After making his debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second series of the year, Harrington struggled to adjust to big league hitters.

Konnor Griffin News / Bucs Dugout / June 17

Pirates Prospect Update: Pair in Bucs system named top performers

These Young Bucs are swinging away! The Pittsburgh Pirates farm system continues to hit headlines as it remains one of the best in baseball. This week a pair of the team’s prospects made waves as Konnor Griffin and Edward Florentino were named Players of The Week in their respective leagues.

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Paul Skenes News / 5 GOATs / June 16

2025 College World Series: Paul Skenes, Livvy Dunne spotted at Roccos in Omaha ahead of LSU vs. UCLA

Livvy Dunne has been in Omaha for a few days now, cheering on LSU during Saturday’s opening College World Series game against Arkansas. Now, somebody special is accompanying her on Monday night to see the Tigers face off vs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / June 16

Report: Pirates to Reactivate Joey Bart from Injured List

The Pittsburgh Pirates will reactivate catcher Joey Bart from the injured list before Tuesday night’s game in Detroit against the Tigers. To make room for Bart, catcher Brett Sullivan will be returned to Triple-A Indianapolis.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 16

Pittsburgh Pirates' Teen Phenom Lands Player of the Week Honors in His High-A Debut

A massive first week with the Pittsburgh Pirates' High-A affiliate led to South Atlantic League Player of the Week honors for Konnor Griffin. The No. 34 prospect in the game, as ranked by MLB Pipeline, Griffin has had a phenomenal start to his pro career.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 16

Andrew McCutchen surpasses Roberto Clemente for 3rd on Pirates All-Time Home Run List

McCutchen hit his 241st Pirates home run against the Marlins on Wednesday in a 5-2 win at PNC Park. Andrew McCutchen will one day have his number retired at PNC Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16

Pirates Catcher Placed on Waivers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates designated a catcher for assignment that they recently brought up to the MLB. The Pirates announced that they ended the rehab assignment of right-handed pitcher Dauri Moreta and reinstated him from the 60-day injured list.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16

Pirates End Relief Pitcher's Rehab Assignment

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher is getting closer to his return to the team after a long time out with injury. The Pirates announced that they ended the rehab assignment of right-handed pitcher Dauri Moreta, reinstated him from the 60-day injured list and then optioned him to Triple-A Indianapolis.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16

Pirates Offense Fails Great Pitching vs. Cubs

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates lost their most recent series against the Chicago Cubs last weekend at Wrigley Field, with their poor hitting the main culprit for their defeats.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16

Pirates' Konnor Griffin Hits Home Runs in Consecutive Games

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star prospect Konnor Griffin has played incredibly since his recent promotion to High-A Greensboro. Griffin and the Greensboro Grasshoppers faced off against the Rome Emperors, the High-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves, in the series finale on the road.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16

Legendary Basketball Announcer Praises Pirates' Paul Skenes

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes regularly receives adulation from baseball greats, media, fans and contemporaries, but he also earns praise from people in other sports.

Anthony Solometo News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16

Pirates Pitching Prospect Starts Injury Comeback

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates pitching prospect has started his comeback from a recent injury. Double-A Altoona transferred left-handed pitcher Anthony Solometo from the 7-day Injured list to the 60-day Injured List with a left shoulder injury on May 7.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16

Former Pirates Manager Gets New Short Gig

PITTSBURGH — A former Pittsburgh Pirates manager will work an important baseball event during the month of June. USA Baseball announced in their press

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 16

Pirates transfer Endy Rodriguez to 60-day IL

The Pirates must monitor this situation carefully and correctly. Endy Rodriguez can’t catch a break, as the number of injuries he has faced - and their severity - continue to increase.

Paul Skenes News / 5 GOATs / June 16

Jacob Morrison joins Paul Skenes with double-digit 6-plus inning, one run or fewer starts after historic CWS outing

The performance of Coastal Carolina pitcher Jacob Morrison this season has put him right behind Paul Skenes on a unique list. ESPN showed a graphic during Sunday evening’s College World Series game between the Chanticleers and Oregon State that compared the two.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 15

Pirates Fall to Cubs in Extra Innings, Lose Series

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago Cubs fought back-and-forth, but the home team came out with the win, 3-2 in extra innings at Wrigley Field.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 15

Pirates rumors: The pitcher expected to get ‘healthy’ trade return

The Pittsburgh Pirates are likely to deal several players ahead of the MLB trade deadline. One of their pitchers is getting a lot of interest, and it’s not Paul Skenes.

Andrew McCutchen News / Larry Brown Sports / June 14

Andrew McCutchen claims MLB's baseballs are different this season

At least one high-profile Major League Baseball player believes the league is manipulating baseballs to ensure that they travel less.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / June 15

Pirates fans protest against owner Bob Nutting during US Open

Pittsburgh Pirates fans are taking their protests against team owner Bob Nutting all the way to the US Open. A number of Pirates fans were in attendance for the US Open at Oakmont Country Club in Oakmont, Pa., just outside of Pittsburgh.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 16

Three National League prospects that have earned their MLB debut

With summer heating up and the trade deadline approaching, the prospect pipeline will pick up as teams look to see how their top prospects handle the big leagues. Here are three from the National League who have earned their opportunity.

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