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Don Kelly’s First Week as Pirates Manager Shows He’s No Derek Shelton

Thursday marks one week since the Pittsburgh Pirates fired manager Derek Shelton and promoted Don Kelly to the leadership position. One week does not a season make, but it’s enough time to draw some conclusions about Kelly’s managerial style.

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Blockbuster Paul Skenes Trade Takes 'Depressing' New Turn

With yet another season of lackluster Pittsburgh Pirates baseball well underway, calls to trade superstar ace Paul Skenes have only grown louder. A trade

Bailey Falter News / Fastball on SI / May 15

Pittsburgh Pirates’ Bailey Falter Posts Historic Scoreless Start Despite Control Issues

Bailey Falter didn't have his cleanest outing on Wednesday, but his ability to work out of trouble helped him make history. The Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander gave up a single and two walks in the first inning against the New York Mets, but got a key strikeout to leave the bases loaded.

Pete Rose News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Three or more MLB batting titles' quiz

Luis Arraez won his third consecutive batting title, this time with the Padres in the National League. He's the first player ever to win the title in three straight years with three different teams. Can you name every player to win the batting at least three times?

The 'Recent 20-game winners' quiz

The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

The 'MLB postseason home run leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Fastball on SI / May 15

Pittsburgh Pirates Set to Pay Tribute to Deceased Hometown Rapper This July

The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to honor now-deceased Pittsburgh rapped "Mac Miller" on July 19 when they release a commemorative bobblehead in his honor.

Michael Helman News / Bucs Dugout / May 15

Pirates claim Michael Helman from St. Louis as offense sputters

Additionally, other reinforcements may be returning to an offense that probably can’t get worse. The Pittsburgh Pirates have claimed 28-year-old INF/OF Michael Helman off waivers from the St.

MLB News / Field Level Media / May 14

Five Pirates pitchers combine to blank Mets

Matt Gorski and Jared Triolo each hit two-run homers Wednesday night for the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates, who salvaged the finale of a three-game series with a 4-0 win over the New York Mets.

Paul Skenes News / Bucs Dugout / May 14

Pirates Paul Skenes to pitch for Team USA

For a short time I did outrank Paul Skenes in the Air Force, but I’d say he’s doing just fine now. When Paul Skenes was growing up, his passion for baseball was second to his passion for his country.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / May 14

MLB Mock Draft: Pirates taking high school phenom pitcher

The Pittsburgh Pirates are slated to take one of the best high school arms in the 2025 MLB Draft. The Pittsburgh Pirates have the No. 6 overall pick in this year’s MLB Draft, and while the event doesn’t take place until July, people are already talking about who the Buccos will take.

Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / May 13

Big news emerges about Paul Skenes

Paul Skenes is ready for his moment on the national stage.

The most overpaid & underpaid players at every MLB position

The 'No. 1 overall pick in the MLB Draft' quiz

Paul Skenes News / Last Word On Sports / May 13

Paul Skenes to Pitch for Team USA in 2026 World Baseball Classic

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes will pitch for Team USA at the 2026 World Baseball Classic, the team announced Tuesday. This will bolster a pitching staff that has been a point of concern.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / May 13

Pirates' Paul Skenes commits to U.S. for 2026 WBC

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes committed Tuesday to pitch for Team USA at the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Skenes, 22, joins New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge as the second player to publicly pledge his services to the U.S.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 13

Pirates ace to anchor Team USA in 2026 WBC

Pirates ace to anchor Team USA in 2026 World Baseball Classic

Now, Paul Skenes can add pitching for Team USA to his resume.

Reds' Elly De La Cruz accomplishes feat not seen in more than a century

Watch: Astros, Cubs, Tigers deliver sweet walk-off wins in span of four minutes

Watch: Chandler Simpson used his speed to leg out ridiculous double

Struggling Brewers offense continues to plummet in ugly May stretch

Cubs dip into deep minor league system again, call up catching prospect

Isiah Kiner-Falefa News / Field Level Media / May 12

Pirates activate SS Isiah Kiner-Falefa (right hamstring strain) from 10-day IL

The Pittsburgh Pirates activated shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa from the 10-day injured list while also optioning Liover Peguero to Triple-A Indianapolis on Monday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 11

Pirates rumors: Bob Nightengale torches ownership with ‘profitable’ revelation

The Pittsburgh Pirates are having one of the worst seasons in baseball. Pittsburgh’s problems came to a peak in recent days, as the team parted ways with embattled manager Derek Shelton.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 10

Watch: New Pirates manager ejected in second game

Don Kelly is the latest manager given the nearly impossible task of making the Pittsburgh Pirates competitive.

Pirates Gold Glove-winning IF has brutal assessment of 'terrible' team

Pirates beat Braves to stop seven-game slide in new manager's debut

There are too many MLB teams not even trying to compete

20 bizarre baseball team names you won’t believe were real

The 'Most strikeouts for an MLB rookie pitcher since 1995' quiz

Hunter Barco News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 10

Pittsburgh Pirates Pitching Prospect Will Not Finish the Season with a 0.00 ERA

Pittsburgh Pirates left-hander Hunter Barco – recently elevated to MLB Pipeline’s list of Top 100 prospects – had a stellar debut Friday night for the Triple- A Indianapolis Indians against the Columbus Clippers (Cleveland Guardians).

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 10

Pirates Gold Glove-winning IF has brutal assessment of team

Pirates Gold Glove-winning IF has brutal assessment of 'terrible' team

This is never what you want to hear from a veteran player who has spent less than one full season with your team. It is also hard to disagree with him.

Derek Shelton becomes fall guy for Pirates' offseason failures

There are too many MLB teams not even trying to compete

Rockies off to worst start in NL history

Red Sox superstar rips front office

...and Red Sox players unhappy with teammate's harsh comments

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / May 9

Speedy Outfielder Recalled in Pirates’ First Roster Move of Kelly Era

The Pittsburgh Pirates have recalled outfielder Ji Hwan Bae from Triple-A in their first move under new manager Don Kelly. Danny Demilio of Pittsburgh Baseball Now was the first to report on Bae’s presence at PNC Park for Friday’s game against the Atlanta Braves.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / May 8