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Pirates' Paul Skenes Strengthens Cy Young Case

Pirates' Paul Skenes Strengthens Cy Young Case

Pittsburgh Pirates ace pitcher Paul Skenes is less than four weeks away from completing his first full Major League season. But the baseball world has not seen any regression from Skenes' performance in his sophomore season.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 5
Pirates Reveal Probable Starting Pitchers vs. Brewers

Pirates Reveal Probable Starting Pitchers vs. Brewers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates finish off their homestand against the Milwaukee Brewers at PNC Park this weekend, with two of their more experienced starting pitchers taking the mound.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 5
Pirates' Konnor Griffin Keeps Getting Hit by Pitches

Pirates' Konnor Griffin Keeps Getting Hit by Pitches

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates top prospect Konnor Griffin works on finding the best way for getting on base in any given at-bat, but recently, that way has become much more painful.

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The '2024 MLB multi-home run game leaders' quiz

The '2024 MLB multi-home run game leaders' quiz

How many of the 66 Major League Baseball players to hit multiple home runs in multiple games during the 2024 season can you name in seven minutes?

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Ronny Simon News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 5
Pirates Outfielder Likely Undergoing Surgery

Pirates Outfielder Likely Undergoing Surgery

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder suffered an injury, that will most likely end their season. Pirates oufielder Ronny Simon came on as a pinch-runner in the top of the seventh inning vs.

Bubba Chandler News / Bucs Dugout / September 5

Pirates Prospect Update: Bubba Chandler excelling in bullpen

Bubba Chandler has been one of the top pitching prospects over the past couple of years, and it was breaking news when the Pittsburgh Pirates called him up on August 22.

Paul Skenes News / Sport Relay / September 5

Dodgers Fail to Avoid Sweep; Skenes Dominates

PITTSBURGH, Pa., (Sept. 4) —The Los Angeles Dodgers fail to avoid the sweep in their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. They were unable to string together any offense until the late stages of the game.

Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / September 5
MLB roundup: Paul Skenes, Pirates complete sweep of Dodgers

MLB roundup: Paul Skenes, Pirates complete sweep of Dodgers

Paul Skenes tossed six shutout innings, allowing two hits and striking out eight to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-3 win and a three-game sweep over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday night.

Paul Skenes News / Field Level Media / September 4
Paul Skenes dominates Dodgers in Pirates' sweep

Paul Skenes dominates Dodgers in Pirates' sweep

Paul Skenes tossed six shutout innings, allowing two hits and striking out eight to lead the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 5-3 win and a three-game sweep over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Thursday night.

MLB News / Last Word On Sports / September 4
Pirates Have a Potential, Yet Unlikely Future Closer on Their Hands

Pirates Have a Potential, Yet Unlikely Future Closer on Their Hands

Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed relief pitcher Isaac Mattson doesn’t bat and thus has never hit for the cycle. But in terms of his Pittsburgh bona fides, the 30-year-old has pitched for the cycle.

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Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / September 4
Paul Skenes continues domination, makes Cy Young case

Paul Skenes continues domination vs. Dodgers, makes Cy Young case with another gem

Paul Skenes proved once again that even the best teams can be subdued by great pitching.

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Cam Devanney News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 4
Pirates Rookie Relishes First MLB Hit

Pirates Rookie Relishes First MLB Hit

PITTSBURGH — A first hit in an MLB career marks the start of a new beginning for a baseball player, even if it longer than originally thought for one Pittsburgh Pirates rookie.

Konnor Griffin News / Sporting News / September 4

"Enough is Enough": Pirates' fans livid over top prospect Konnor Griffin being pegged in second straight game

Pittsburgh Pirates fans expressed frustration about top prospect Konnor Griffin being hit by another pitch.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 4

Pirates’ Paul Skenes claims he would strike out Babe Ruth

Paul Skenes is a force of nature. The Pittsburgh Pirates ace is currently one of the best, if not the best, pitchers in the MLB now. Skenes’ ability to completely overwhelm batters makes him a devastating threat to every hitting lineup.

Jared Jones News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 4
Pirates Starting Pitcher Takes Major Step in Recovery

Pirates Starting Pitcher Takes Major Step in Recovery

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher received great news and will progress with a crucial part of their comeback from injury. Right-handed pitcher Jared Jones saw Dr.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / September 2
Four Pirates Who Would Be Better Off Elsewhere

Four Pirates Who Would Be Better Off Elsewhere

After another disappointing season, there are certain to be changes to the Pittsburgh Pirates roster for the 2026 season. Here, we discuss four players who would be better off with new teams.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / September 2
Long-Time Broadcaster to be Inducted into Pirates Media Wall of Fame

Long-Time Broadcaster to be Inducted into Pirates Media Wall of Fame

On Wednesday, the Pittsburgh Pirates will induct long-time broadcaster Lanny Frattare into their Media Wall of Fame. Out of deference to the legendary Pirates announcer Bob Prince, Frattare never proclaimed himself the Voice of the Pirates.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / September 2

Pittsburgh Pirates Roster Moves 9/2/2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today start a series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. They’ve won nine of their last 13 games. In that stretch, they are averaging 4.7 runs per game while allowing 2.8 runs per game.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 2
1 disappointing player Pirates must trade in offseason

1 disappointing player Pirates must trade in offseason

The Pittsburgh Pirates season has been a roller coaster of promise and frustration. Despite flashes of competitiveness, inconsistency ultimately derailed their playoff hopes.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1
Pirates to recall former first-round pick

Pirates to recall former first-round pick

The Pirates are recalling infielder Nick Yorke and right-hander Cam Sanders from Triple-A Indianapolis.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31
Blue Jays claim Gold Glove-winning infielder

Blue Jays claim Gold Glove-winning infielder

The Blue Jays have claimed utility man Isiah Kiner-Falefa off waivers from the Pirates.

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29
Payton Tolle shows potential in Red Sox debut

Payton Tolle shows potential in Red Sox debut

Boston Red Sox prospect Payton Tolle had a difficult assignment for his major league debut.

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