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Nick Gonzales' walk-off sac fly lifts Pirates past Phillies

Nick Gonzales' sacrifice fly in the bottom of the ninth scored Adam Frazier and lifted the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-4 comeback win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night in a game that began late following a one-hour, 23-minute rain delay.

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Pirates Walk-Off vs. Phillies in Series Opener

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates erased three deficits and walked it off vs. the Philadelphia Phillies in the series opener at PNC Park, 5-4. The Pirates get their first win against the Phillies, after suffering a sweep at Citizens Bank Park, May 16-18.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 6

Pirates Catcher Leaves Game With Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates lost their starting catcher early on in their series opener vs. the Philadelphia Phillies at PNC Park. Endy Rodríguez made the start for the Pirates vs.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / June 6

A Closer Look: How PNC Park Helps or Hurts the Pirates

PNC Park is “not set up for” the “strengths” of the Pittsburgh Pirates as hitters, says their shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa. That’s what he told José Negron of DK on Pittsburgh Sports after the Pirates were shut out by the Houston Astros on Tuesday evening at PNC Park.

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MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 6

Pirates vs. Phillies Beginning in Rain Delay

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates vs. the Philadelphia Phillies series opener at PNC Park won't start on time. The Pirates announced that the game will start in a delay and that they will share further updates as they develop.

Ke'Bryan Hayes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 6

Pirates' Ke'Bryan Hayes Not Starting vs. Phillies

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes isn't a part of the starting lineup in the series opener vs. the Philadelphia Phillies at PNC Park.

Ke'Bryan Hayes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 6

Pirates' Ke'Bryan Hayes Makes Incredible Defensive Play

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes showed why he's one of the best defensive players at his position in the latest game vs. the Houston Astros at PNC Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 6

Pirates Honor Fans Following Rain Delay

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates honored their fans, after they sat through a long delay in their most recent game. The Pirates and Houston Astros originally had a scheduled first pitch for 6:40 p.m.

Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 6

Pirates' Paul Skenes Donates to Local Firefighters

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates star pitcher Paul Skenes focuses most of his time on baseball, but still makes time to come out and support the local community.

Tanner Rainey News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 6

Pirates Relief Pitcher Elects Free Agency

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen arm will look for an opportunity with another MLB team. The Pirates designated right-handed relief pitcher Tanner Rainey for assignment on June 2, after they claimed utilityman Ronny Simón off waivers from the Miami Marlins, making room for Simón on the 40-man roster.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 6

Pirates Lose to Astros After Long Rain Delay

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had to wait a few hours before they faced the Houston Astros at PNC Park, but suffered a swift defeat, 8-2. Pittsburgh beat Houston in the previous game, 3-0 on June 4, but dropped the first game of the series to Houston, 3-0 on June 3, making this another series defeat .

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 5

Pirates vs. Astros Starting in Rain Delay

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Houston Astros won't start their series finale on time at PNC Park. The Pirates announced that the game will begin a rain delay and that they'll share updates as they develop.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 5

Pirates Make Three Lineup Changes vs. Astros

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates changed their lineup ahead of their series finale vs. the Houston Astros at PNC Park. Jared Triolo takes over at first base from Spencer Horwitz and will bat eighth for the Pirates.

Thomas Hatch News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 5

Royals quickly DFA veteran pitcher

It's not clear whether a turnaround this quick was the plan or whether yet another sensational start from rookie Noah Cameron forced the team’s hand.

Five Super Regional MLB Draft prospects who could be next Jac Caglianone

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The 'Active hit leaders in Major League Baseball' quiz

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Nick Solak News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 5

Pirates Re-Sign Utility Man to Minor League Deal

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates re-signed a player that recently went into free agency. Alex Stumpf of MLB.com reported that Nick Solak signed a minor league deal with the Pirates and will report to Triple-A Indianapolis.

Todd Frazier News / 5 GOATs / June 5

Former MLB All-Star Todd Frazier looks back at Little League championship run, talks ‘squishing the bug’ with OFF

Todd Frazier had a memorable MLB career, but he became a baseball star years before entering the big leagues when he helped the Toms River East American Little League All-Star team win the 1998 Little League World Series.

Mitch Keller News / Field Level Media / June 5

Pirates hope to score more runs for Mitch Keller vs. Astros

Houston Astros left-hander Framber Valdez, coming off his best start of the season, will look for another positive result when he opposes Pirates right-hander Mitch Keller in the rubber match of a three-game series in Pittsburgh on Thursday night.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Everything Paul Skenes had to say After the Pirates Let him Down Again

After the Pittsburgh offense finally had a good game for Paul Skenes last week in a win over Arizona, it was more of the same last night at home against the Houston Astros.

Isiah Kiner-Falefa News / Last Word On Sports / June 4

Pirates Face Decision on Isiah Kiner-Falefa

With June comes trade rumors, and the Pittsburgh Pirates have decisions to make on expiring contracts, notably shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa. The Pirates enter Wednesday’s action with a 22-39 record.

Nick Solak News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 4

Nick Solak elects free agency after being outrighted by Pirates

Infielder/outfielder Nick Solak has elected free agency, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com.

Pirates star Andrew McCutchen falls shy in Hall of Fame debate

Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. beats Pirates for first win since '22

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Paul Skenes News / Fastball on SI / June 4

Pittsburgh Pirates' Paul Skenes Makes Sad Baseball History of Last 25 Years

Pittsburgh Pirates' ace Paul Skenes was on the wrong side of some sad baseball history in a 3-0 loss against the Houston Astros on Tuesday night. The burly righty took the loss despite giving up just one run on three hits.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 3

Pittsburgh Pirates Roster Moves 6/3/2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates continue to reshape their roster as they push through the 2025 Major League Baseball season. The team is using strategic recalls, activations, and minor league assignments.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / June 3