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Pirates Solve Their Impending Catcher Problem

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had to figure out who their main catchers were going forward and they made that decision. The Pirates traded catcher Joey Bart to the Atlanta Braves for right-handed relief pitcher Hunter Stratton on June 18, a straight up trade with no other pieces.

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Braves activate C Joey Bart from injured list following trade

The Atlanta Braves activated catcher Joey Bart from the 10-day injured list on Friday, one day after acquiring him in a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 19

Pirates Willing to Trade Draft Pick at Deadline

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates could have one of their better seasons in a decade and the front office is ready to make moves that will make the team better.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 19

Pirates rumors: Pittsburgh dangling draft pick in early trade deadline discussions

The Pittsburgh Pirates will have the fifth and 34th overall picks in the MLB Draft and might use them at the trade deadline to improve. Notably, the Pirates are looking to make a trade and could utilize that draft pick to do so, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

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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 19

Pirates Reunite With Familiar Pitcher After Trade

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates decided that they need to improve their bullpen and have gone externally in order to do that. The Pirates landed right-handed relief pitcher Hunter Stratton in a trade with the Atlanta Braves on June 18, sending catcher Joey Bart the other way.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 19

Pirates Offense Steals Show When They Needed To

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates has had one of the better lineups in baseball, but their recent struggles brought cause for concern after a few poor showings.

Joey Bart News / Field Level Media / June 19

Braves acquire C Joey Bart in trade with Pirates

The Atlanta Braves continued their search for a backup catcher on Thursday, acquiring Joey Bart from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for right-handed reliever Hunter Stratton.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19

Braves, Pirates Swap Joey Bart For Hunter Stratton

The Braves announced they’ve traded reliever Hunter Stratton to the Pirates for catcher Joey Bart. Atlanta designated backup catcher Sandy León for assignment to open a spot on the 40-man roster.

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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.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 18

Pirates optimistic heading into series vs. Rockies

The Pittsburgh Pirates had a rough start to June, but they've gained some traction in the first leg of their current road trip. Pittsburgh lost nine of 13 games to begin the month before winning two straight from the Athletics to take that series.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 18

Pirates Named Landing Spot for Red Sox First Baseman

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates could add this trade deadline and one slugger would make their strong lineup even better. Boston Red Sox first baseman Wilson Contreras will draw trade interest this season and Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel of ESPN named the Pirates one team that could be a fit for him.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 17

Pirates Have Easy Choice at Catcher

PITTSBURGH -- The Pittsburgh Pirates have a difficult choice facing the organization. With the team trying to stay afloat in the NL Central race, every game feels like a must-win one for the Battling Buccos.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 17

Pirates Could Be Landing Spot for Twins Catcher

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to finally compete this season and the trade deadline will give them opportunities to do that. One player that the Pirates might go after is Minnesota Twins catcher Ryan Jeffers, with Jeff Passan and Kiley McDaniel of ESPN naming the Pirates as a trade destination.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / June 17

The Pirates Finally Have the Bats to Keep Up With Their Arms

Following the 2025 season, the Pittsburgh Pirates had a lot of self-reflecting to do. While their homegrown starting rotation had begun to take shape as one of the best in the sport as a whole, they were also lacking in numerous areas as well.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 17

Pirates Top Three Trade Partners Ahead of Deadline

Barring a complete collapse over the next month-and-a-half, it would appear likely that the Pittsburgh Pirates will be buyers at this year's trade deadline.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / June 16

Not Time to Give Up on Pirates Yet

PITTSBURGH -- It's not time to give up on the Pittsburgh Pirates. Yes, the Pirates are 2-8 in their last 10 games. Yes, they sit 9.0 games back of the Milwaukee Brewers for the National League Central division lead.

Paul Skenes News / HITC / June 15

Paul Skenes gives up home run on ‘unhittable’ pitch for the first time in his MLB career

Paul Skenes looked like himself for most of his outing against Miami, but one second-inning swing created a first he will not enjoy seeing on his career record.

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / June 14

How have the Pirates lost six straight Paul Skenes starts?

So what's happening here that the Pirates have been unable to get wins when their ace and reigning Cy Young Award winner is on the mound? There's a lot going on.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / June 14

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Reynolds Does it All, Horwitz takes one for the Team, and Deep Dive into Bubba’s Progress

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 36-35 record in the National League Central standings. Over the last 24 hours, the club secured a gritty 3-2 victory at PNC Park.

Oneil Cruz News / Inside The Diamonds / June 12

Pittsburgh Pirates Notebook: Pirates Fall Short, Cruz to IL, & A Great Pitching Matchup Friday

The Pittsburgh Pirates currently hold a 35-34 record and sit 7.5 games out of first place in the National League Central. Over the last 24 hours, the club dropped its series finale to the Dodgers.

Antwone Kelly News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 12

Pirates To Recall Antwone Kelly For MLB Debut

The Pirates will recall pitching prospect Antwone Kelly for his MLB debut, reports Francys Romero. He’s already on the 40-man roster, as the Bucs needed to select his contract last offseason to keep him out of the Rule 5 draft.

Oneil Cruz News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 10

Pirates place OF Oneil Cruz on injured list

The Pirates announced that outfielder Oneil Cruz has been placed on the 10-day injured list.

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Joey Bart News / Athlon Sports / June 10

Pirates Make a Decision on Joey Bart

The Pittsburgh Pirates appear close to getting one of their catchers back from the injured list. Ahead of their game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday, Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported that catcher Joey Bart will commence a rehab assignment with Single-A Bradenton tonight.