Pittsburgh Pirates: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Johan Oviedo News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 12

Pirates GM Addresses Starting Pitcher's Return Timeline

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Johan Oviedo made a brief return, but ended back in the minors shortly after, causing fans confusion on when he'd come back and serve as a permanent part of the rotation.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 12

Pirates Monitoring Starting Pitcher's Workload

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a young pitcher, who they are closely looking at, especially with his workload towards the end of the season. Rookie right-handed starting pitcher Mike Burrows received his second callup this season on May 21 and has served as a part of the Pirates rotation since then.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 12

Pirates Top 2025 Draft Pick Earns High Prospect Ranking

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates took one of the best players in the 2025 MLB Draft, who is now amongst the best prospects in baseball. Pittsburgh selected right-handed pitcher Seth Hernandez with the sixth overall pick in the 2025 MLB Draft out of out of Corona High School in Corona, Calif., 45 miles east of Los Angeles.

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The Wins-Above-Replacement stat -- or WAR -- measures the amount of wins a single player adds compared to a "replacement," level player. With that being said, can you name the players to lead the American League in WAR each season since 1995?

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Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / August 12

Pirates' Paul Skenes gets shot at ending Brewers' streak

The visiting Pittsburgh Pirates will turn to major league ERA leader Paul Skenes on Tuesday as they attempt to slow down the surging Milwaukee Brewers.

Bubba Chandler News / Bucs Dugout / August 12

Pirates Prospect Update: Bubba Chandler “frustrated” with Pirates

MLB.com has just released an updated top 100 ranking off all the prospects in baseball, as well as an updated list of every team’s top 30 list of prospects.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / August 12

Pirates activate Chase Shugart, option Dauri Moreta

Chase Shugart is back with the Pirates after a month on the IL with knee inflammation, but the corresponding move was somewhat surprising. Dauri Moreta, who just worked his way back from Tommy John Surgery and has overall looked solid, was sent down to Triple-A Indianapolis.

Andrew Heaney News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 11

Pirates' Andrew Heaney Falters in Another Defeat to Brewers

PITTSBURGH — Left-handed starting pitcher Andrew Heaney had another poor outing vs. the Milwaukee Brewers, as the Pittsburgh Pirates lost 7-1 in the series opener at American Family Field.

Ben Cherington News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 11

Pirates expected to pursue help at one position in offseason

The Pirates’ 2026 infield figures to look considerably different than the group that’s been trotted out for much of the season. Pittsburgh succeeded in

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Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 11

Pirates' Oneil Cruz Not in Lineup vs. Brewers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates don't have one of their top players in the lineup ahead of their series opener vs. the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / August 11

Pirates to Reinstate Key Bullpen Piece from IL

The Pittsburgh Pirates will reactivate right-handed relief pitcher Chase Shugart from the injured list for Monday night’s game in Milwaukee. Dauri Moreta, another right-handed reliever, has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis to make room for Shugart.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 11

Pirates Send Relief Pitcher Down to Minors

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made recent changes to their bullpen, including sending down one of their relief pitchers to the minor leagues. Alex

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Fall classics: The best World Series games of all time

At most, each World Series offers seven opportunities to leave a memorable mark in baseball. Great games are filled with special moments, sensational plays, big hits or stellar pitching outings.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 11

Pirates Bullpen Arm Returns From Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will get one of their main relievers in 2025 back from injury ahead of their upcoming series, after more than a month gone from the team.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 10

Pirates Go for Series Win in Finale vs. Reds

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates take on the Cincinnati Reds for the fourth game this series and the final time at PNC Park this season, where they'll try and go for the series victory.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 10

Pirates Rising Prospect Earns Monthly Honors

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates prospect put on incredible performances throughout the month of July, earning recognition. Outfielder/first baseman Edward Florentino, playing with Single-A Bradenton, earned Florida State League Player of the Month honors.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 10

Pirates Relief Pitcher Clears Waivers

PITTSBURGH — Other MLB teams had a chance to pick up a Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher, but he is still with the team. The Pirates designated left-handed relief pitcher Génesis Cabrera for assignment on Aug.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 9

Pirates lambasted for trading Ke’Bryan Hayes on broadcast

It’s been yet another brutal season for Pittsburgh Pirates fans. Despite winning 12 of their last 17 games, the Pirates are well out of the playoff picture at 15 games below .500.

Bryan Reynolds News / Field Level Media / August 8

Bryan Reynolds' late 2-run triple rallies Pirates past Reds

Bryan Reynolds' two-out triple in the bottom of the eighth drove in the tying and go-ahead runs and led the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-2 comeback win over the Cincinnati Reds on Friday night.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / August 8

Pirates Face Decision on Veteran Starter

As the Pittsburgh Pirates once again spend August focusing on the future, it’s certain that future won’t include starter Andrew Heaney. The 34-year-old left-hander signed a one-year contract to play for Pittsburgh last February.

Genesis Cabrera News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8

Veteran reliever gets DFA'd for third time this season

Veteran reliever gets designated for assignment for third time this season

He had brief stints with the Mets and Cubs earlier in the year.

Paul Skenes continues home dominance in Pirates' shutout

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Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / August 7

Paul Skenes continues home dominance in Pirates' shutout

Paul Skenes tossed six shutout innings and struck out eight to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 7-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday night.

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Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / August 4

Report: Pirates are considering a surprise move with Skenes

Report: Pirates are considering a surprise move with Paul Skenes

The Pittsburgh Pirates are not known for their free-spending ways or an aggressive willingness to keep top young players around long-term. They may be making an exception for ace pitcher Paul Skenes.

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Ben Cherington News / Yardbarker / August 1

Pirates once again show they're not serious about winning

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Pirates get solid return for disappointing former top prospect

Royals acquire grandson of Hall of Famer in last-minute trade

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Mitch Keller News / Yardbarker / July 29

Why the Pirates don't need to rush to trade this starter

Why the Pirates don't need to rush to trade this starting pitcher

As is often the case around this time of year, teams are inquiring about Pittsburgh Pirates players ahead of MLB's trade deadline (Thursday, 6 p.m. EST).

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