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Pirates Pitching Prospect Starts Rehab Assignment

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates pitching prospect returned to the mound for the first time in two months. Pirates left-handed pitching prospect Anthony Solometo started his rehab assignment with Single-A Bradenton on June 18.

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Who are the Pirates taking in the 2025 MLB Draft?

There will be some new Young Bucs running around PNC Park very soon! The 2025 MLB Draft is a little less than a month away, and teams are preparing for who they’re going to select from the high school and college pool of players.

Brett Sullivan News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 19

Pirates Move Catcher After Pitcher News

PITTSBURGH — One Pittsburgh Pirates catcher is headed back to the minor leagues after a short stint in the MLB. The Pirates designated catcher Brett Sullivan for assignment on June 16, making room on the 40-man roster for right-handed pitcher Dauri Moreta , who ended his rehab assignment.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 18

Pirates-Tigers postponed, will play doubleheader Thursday

The Wednesday night contest between the Pittsburgh Pirates and host Detroit Tigers was postponed due to inclement weather. The game has been rescheduled as part of a split doubleheader on Thursday.

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Bryan Reynolds News / Last Word On Sports / June 18

Report: Pirates Call Up Ranked Prospect as Reynolds Takes Paternity Leave

The Pittsburgh Pirates will recall No. 18 prospect Billy Cook to replace Bryan Reynolds, who will go on paternity leave. Alex Stumpf of MLB.com was first with the news.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 18

Pirates vs. Tigers Rescheduled for Doubleheader

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates and Detroit Tigers won't play each other as originally scheduled. The Tigers announced that forecasted weather in the Detroit area forced them to postpone the game on June 18 vs.

Bryan Reynolds News / Field Level Media / June 18

Pirates place OF Bryan Reynolds on paternity list

Pittsburgh Pirates standout outfielder Bryan Reynolds was placed on the paternity list Wednesday. The two-time All-Star exited Tuesday's contest against the Detroit Tigers after his wife went into labor.

Don Kelly News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Tigers Pay Tribute to Pirates Manager, Fan Favorite Don Kelly Tuesday

The Detroit Tigers defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates by a score of 7-3 at Comerica Park on Tuesday as manager AJ Hinch's team improved its MLB best wins total to 47 on the season.

Konnor Griffin News / Just Baseball / June 18

Konnor Griffin is Looking Like Baseball’s Next No. 1 Prospect

When the Pirates snagged Konnor Griffin 9th overall in the 2024 draft, his upside was far from a question. A six-foot-four, 215-pound 18-year-old who turns in plus run times and was a legitimate prospect on the mound as well is easy to dream on.

Bryan Reynolds News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 18

Pirates Top Prospect Replacing All-Star

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates brought up one of their best prospects, who comes in for an All-Star who must take care of family duties. Pirates right fielder Bryan Reynolds left the series opener vs.

Joey Bart News / Bucs Dugout / June 18

Pittsburgh’s Joey Bart activated from 7-day IL (Concussion)

Everybody, if you can, do the Bartman! The Pittsburgh Pirates have activated catcher Joey Bart from the 7-day IL, reinstating him after he was suffering from concussion like symptoms in Arizona following a backswing to the helmet and getting beamed by a foul tip against the Diamondbacks.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 18

Pirates Top Prospect Called Up vs. Tigers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will bring up one of their better prospects for the first time in 2025. Alex Stumpf of MLB.com reported that the Pirates will have outfielder Billy Cook join the team ahead of their second game vs.

Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 18

Pirates Prospect Duo Earn Weekly Recognition

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates duo had an incredible week with High-A Greensboro, receiving recognition for their play. Baseball America named their "Hot Sheet Prospect Rankings" and placed shortstop Konnor Griffin at No.

Bubba Chandler News / Just Baseball / June 18

Are the Pirates Right to Wait on Bubba Chandler?

If there’s one strength the Pittsburgh Pirates have showcased over the last few seasons, it’s been their immense pitching depth and their ability to develop ace-caliber arms at the front of their rotation.

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MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 18

Pirates Bullpen Arm Named Tigers' Trade Candidate

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will likely make moves at the trade deadline, with one player potentially bringing in some top prospects. Jim Bowden of The Athletic wrote about six trades he wants to see before the MLB trade deadline at the end of July.

Bryan Reynolds News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 18

Real Reason Pirates' Bryan Reynolds Left Tigers Game

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds left their most recent game abruptly and unexpectedly. Reynolds started the series opener vs.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 17

Pirates Fall to Homer-Hungry Tigers

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates couldn't stop giving up home runs and the offense struggled later on in their 7-3 loss in the series opener to the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park.

Paul Skenes News / 5 GOATs / June 16

2025 College World Series: Paul Skenes, Livvy Dunne spotted at Roccos in Omaha ahead of LSU vs. UCLA

Livvy Dunne has been in Omaha for a few days now, cheering on LSU during Saturday’s opening College World Series game against Arkansas. Now, somebody special is accompanying her on Monday night to see the Tigers face off vs.

Konnor Griffin News / Minor League Baseball on SI / June 16

Pittsburgh Pirates' Teen Phenom Lands Player of the Week Honors in His High-A Debut

A massive first week with the Pittsburgh Pirates' High-A affiliate led to South Atlantic League Player of the Week honors for Konnor Griffin. The No. 34 prospect in the game, as ranked by MLB Pipeline, Griffin has had a phenomenal start to his pro career.

Brett Sullivan News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 16

Pirates designate Brett Sullivan for assignment

The Pirates announced that right-hander Dauri Moreta has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list and optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis. To open a 40-man roster spot, catcher Brett Sullivan has been designated for assignment.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / 5 GOATs / June 16

Jacob Morrison joins Paul Skenes with double-digit 6-plus inning, one run or fewer starts after historic CWS outing

The performance of Coastal Carolina pitcher Jacob Morrison this season has put him right behind Paul Skenes on a unique list. ESPN showed a graphic during Sunday evening’s College World Series game between the Chanticleers and Oregon State that compared the two.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 15

Pirates rumors: The pitcher expected to get ‘healthy’ trade return

The Pittsburgh Pirates are likely to deal several players ahead of the MLB trade deadline. One of their pitchers is getting a lot of interest, and it’s not Paul Skenes.

Andrew McCutchen News / Larry Brown Sports / June 14

Andrew McCutchen claims MLB's baseballs are different this season

At least one high-profile Major League Baseball player believes the league is manipulating baseballs to ensure that they travel less.

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Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Paul Skenes Receives Massive Trade Prediction Before MLB Deadline

The Pittsburgh Pirates have struggled through the 2025 MLB season thus far. Those struggles have led to trade rumors surrounding superstar ace pitcher Paul Skenes.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 16

Three National League prospects who have earned their MLB debut

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