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Pirates Bullpen Implodes Against Astros

For seven innings, everything had gone right for the Pittsburgh Pirates. The offense was explosive. The starting pitching was decent. And when Nick Gonzales launched a two-run homer in the top of the seventh to make it 7-3, the visiting dugout at Minute Maid Park had the loose, carefree energy of a team already planning its post-game meal.

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Pirates' Henry Davis Blasts First Career Grand Slam

Henry Davis hit his first career grand slam in the top of the fourth inning Wednesday night, launching a 396-foot drive off Houston Astros starter Spencer Arrighetti to give the Pittsburgh Pirates a 4-2 lead and cap a huge two-out rally at Minute Maid Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 3

The Pirates Finally Have an Offense

No team scored less often in 2025 than the Pirates. Of course, that wasn’t anything new. Since Pittsburgh’s playoff drought began in 2016, only one team, the Marlins, has scored fewer runs.

Marcell Ozuna News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 3

Pirates Give Marcell Ozuna One More Chance

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates lineup has mostly exceeded expectations this season, but one player hasn't lived up to the billing so far. Pirates designated hitter Marcell Ozuna has struggled greatly in 2026, serving as one of the worst qualified hitters in baseball after signing a one-year, $12 million deal this offseason.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / June 3

Return of the Pirates Lumber Company, but better??

The Pittsburgh Pirates are a completely different offense than they were a year ago. Calling it a night and day difference doesn’t do it justice. A year after falling in the bottom five of most offensive categories, the Pirates are a top-five offense in baseball.

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The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 3

Pirates Power Separating Themselves From Rest of MLB

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates struggled mightily last season with their lack of power, but they've completely turned it around this season. The Pirates

Carmen Mlodzinski News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 3

Next Outing Decides A Lot for Pirates' Carmen Mlodzinski

PITTSBURGH -- Suddenly, the Pittsburgh Pirates have a new number one public enemy. Pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski went from pleasant surprise to suspended for 24 hours.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 3

Three Pirates Bold Predictions After Two Months of Action

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are an exciting ball club through the first third of the 2026 season. The team is in second place in their division, and things are finally beginning to look up.

Brandon Lowe News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 3

Pirates Must Extend Brandon Lowe Now

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have to extend Brandon Lowe right now. The Pirates made an impressive move in the offseason, swinging a three-team deal that landed them the power-hitting second baseman alongside utility outfielder Jake Mangum and reliever Mason Montgomery.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 3

Pirates ace Paul Skenes sizes up Astros, Spencer Arrighetti

Following a brief stint on the restricted list, Pittsburgh right-hander Carmen Mlodzinski was available out of the bullpen on Tuesday for the opener of a three-game interleague series against the host Houston Astros.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 3

Pirates Clear Winners of Big Offseason Trade

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made some important moves this offseason, but one trade stands out as their biggest win with the performances they've gotten in 2026.

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Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Justin Lawrence News / Bucs Dugout / June 3

Pirates trade Justin Lawrence to Twins

The Pittsburgh Pirates traded righty-reliever Justin Lawrence to the Minnesota Twins on Monday night. In return, the Pirates will receive cash considerations from the Twins.

MLB News / Sport Relay / June 3

Late Rally Lifts Pirates Past Astros

The Houston Astros fell to the Pittsburgh Pirates, 10-6, on Tuesday night at Daikin Park after a four-run sixth inning erased an early Astros lead. Yordan

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Oneil Cruz News / Field Level Media / June 2

Oneil Cruz's 3-run blast propels Pirates past Astros

Oneil Cruz bashed a three-run, go-ahead home run, fueling a four-run sixth inning as the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates rallied for a 10-6 victory over the Houston Astros in the opener of a three-game interleague series Tuesday.

Ryan O'Hearn News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 2

Pirates Slugger Returns to Field for First Time Since Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates recently got a key member of their lineup back and he'll get a big opportunity in his next game. The Pirates have Ryan O'Hearn starting at first base against the Houston Astros in the series opener at Daikin Park on June 2, marking his first start in the field in 17 days.

Bubba Chandler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 2

Pirates' Bubba Chandler Has Crucial Role in Starting Rotation

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a big decision with their starting rotation, particularly involved rookie Bubba Chandler. The Pirates brought back Jared Jones from the 60-day injured list and placed him in the starting rotation, while they took Carmen Mlodzinski out and placed him in the bullpen, keeping Chandler as the fifth starter.

Braxton Ashcraft News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 2

Pirates Starting Pitcher Not Concerned with Innings Limit

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have one of the best starting pitchers in baseball, but may not have him pitch as much as he or they would like this season.

Carmen Mlodzinski News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 1

Pirates Reinstate Carmen Mlodzinski From Restricted List

June 1: Pittsburgh reinstated Mlodzinski from the restricted list during Monday’s off day, reports Jason Mackey of MLB.com. The right-hander tells Mackey he did not consider a trade request and will be available to pitch out of the bullpen for tomorrow’s series opener in Houston.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / June 1

Remember the Name: Murf Gray Looks Like a Star in the Making

Last year, the Pittsburgh Pirates had many areas that they needed to address during the MLB Draft. With their offense ranking dead last in nearly every category, the Pirates were expected to go all-in on acquiring high-end bats early in the draft.

Joe LaSorsa News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 31

Joe La Sorsa To Exercise Upward Mobility Clause In Pirates Contract

For the second time this year, Joe La Sorsa will trigger an upward mobility clause in his minor league deal with the Pirates. 7 News’ Ari Alexander reports that La Sorsa will exercise the clause tomorrow, and the Pirates will then have to offer the left-hander to the other 29 big league clubs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 31

Pirates' Ben Cherington offers insight on Carmen Mlodzinski situation

Placing Mlodzinski on the restricted list raised some eyebrows, prompting a response from Cherington, who stressed that both the front office and Mlodzinski are having "conversations."

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Pirates lose star shortstop Konnor Griffin to a potential serious injury

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Konnor Griffin News / Yardbarker / June 1

Pirates lose Konnor Griffin to a potential serious injury

Pirates lose star shortstop Konnor Griffin to a potential serious injury

Griffin struggled in his first month as a big leaguer, batting .231 with a .631 OPS and two home runs, but found his stride once the calendar flipped to May.

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Dave Roberts provides worrisome update on Tyler Glasnow

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