Pittsburgh Pirates: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Livvy Dunne and Paul Skenes share photos from their Italy vacation

Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes and his girlfriend Livvy Dunne seem to be enjoying the offseason. Skenes recently wrapped up what was a Cy Young-caliber season for him but another disappointing year for the Pittsburgh Pirates, who finished 71-91 and missed the playoffs for the 10th straight season.

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Pirates Should Hire MLB Great as a Hitting Coach

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had an horrendous year from the plate in 2025, but one MLB great could help change that around if they bring him on as a coach.

Oneil Cruz News / Bucs Dugout / October 17

SB Nations Reacts results: Should the Pirates trade Oneil Cruz this offseason?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Pirates fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 17

One Pirates Prospect to Watch in Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a few top prospects in the Arizona Fall League, but one of their prospects could use this next month as a great way to end their campaign heading into 2026.

Andres Gimenez News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Four-RBI ALCS games' quiz

How many of the 43 players in ALCS history to have four-RBIs in a single game can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

The '1992 & 1993 Toronto Blue Jays' quiz

The 'MLB postseason strikeout leaders' quiz

Liover Peguero News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

Pirates Infielder Playing in Dominican Winter League

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates are in their third week of the offseason, but some of their players are still working on their game and playing in other leagues.

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25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / October 16

Six Takeaways From the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2025 Season

The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the 2025 season chasing an October appearance for the first time since 2015. With a new and exciting, young core, their pursuit of the postseason seemed to be in reach with a little offensive help.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

Pirates Prospect Keeps Homering in Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates prospect has continued his incredible play in the Arizona Fall League in his latest game. Esmerlyn Valdez, playing for

Clint Frazier News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

Former Player Jokingly Begs Not to be Traded to Pirates

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have served as one of the worst teams in baseball in the past three decades and one former MLB player joked about his lack of desire to play for them.

Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 16

Pirates Outfielder Named Top Trade Piece

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a long offseason ahead of them and with one of their players seen as a top commodity on the trade market. Joel Ruter of Bleacher Report wrote an article titled, "Top 25 MLB Trade Chips Big Board For the 2025-26 Offseason", and placed Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz at 12th on his list.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 15

Pirates Infielder Named Gold Glove Finalist

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates infielder had a great season with their glove and earned recognition for their play. Rawling Sports named Jared Triolo as a Gold Glove Award finalist for the National League as a utility player.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 15

Pirates Outfielder Named Gold Glove Finalist

PITTSBURGH — One Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder received plaudits for his fielding throughout the 2025 season. Pirates outfielder Tommy Pham earned a spot as one of three finalists for the Rawlings Gold Glove Award in left field for the National League, along with Kyle Stowers of the Miami Marlins and Ian Happ of the Chicago Cubs.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest baseball players who never played in the MLB

Before Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in 1947, black players weren’t allowed in Major League Baseball. Before the recent advances in the United States’ relationship with Cuba, it was rare for Cuban players to escape their homeland.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 15

Pirates Prospect Continues Dominance in Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — One Pittsburgh Pirates prospect continued his sensational play in the Arizona Fall League in their most recent outing. Esmerlyn Valdez. playing

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / October 15

Pirates prospect update: Esmerlyn Valdez named top performer in Arizona Fall League

The Arizona Fall League is in full swing and after one week of play MLB.com writer Joe Trezza compiled his list of the top performers from the first week of action.

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The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 14

Pirates Prospect Underrated in Arizona Fall League

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a prospect in the Arizona Fall League that many fans don't even know is playing currently. Catcher Axiel Plaz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 14

Three Arbitration-Eligible Players the Pirates Should Ignore

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will make tough decisions on how they deal with their arbitration-eligible players, but there are some players they should consider non-tendering.

Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 14

Pirates Starting Pitcher Named Top Trade Target

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a crucial 2026 season and an offseason where they may move on from one of their longest-serving veterans. Right-handed starting pitcher Mitch Keller just completed his seventh season with the Pirates, making him the second-longest tenured player for the team, just behind outfielder Bryan Reynolds .

Ryan Kreidler News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 13

Pirates Designate Outfielder for Assignment

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates made two roster moves, which saw them place one of their outfielders on waivers. The Pirates designated outfielder Ryan Kreidler for assignment, as they claimed Will Robertson off of waivers from the Chicago White Sox, making room on the 40-man roster, according to the transactions log .

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 13

Pirates Fans Celebrate Milestone World Series Anniversary

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates played in one of the greatest editions of the World Series in MLB history and fans still honor it to this day. Pirates fans gathered at the site of the center field wall of Forbes Field in the Oakland area of Pittsburgh on Oct.

Dennis Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 11

Will Pirates trade reliever coming off career year in 2025?

The Pirates aren’t intentionally rebuilding, but they’re coming off a 71-91 season that represented a step back from their consecutive 76-win campaigns before that. Should the Pirates view this offseason as a sell-high opportunity?

The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The 'A.L. and N.L. yearly save leaders' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / October 10

Pirates Face Decision on Arbitration-Eligible Catcher

The Pittsburgh Pirates have nine players eligible for arbitration in 2026, the most interesting of whom is catcher Joey Bart. On Monday, Matt Swartz of MLB Trade Rumors released his salary projections for these nine.

Paul Skenes News / EssentiallySports / October 10

Bob Nutting Given Paul Skenes Ultimatum as Pirates Navigate $46.5M 2026 Season Minefield

Every Pirates home game at PNC Park seemed to have a few things in common this season… A beautiful ballpark, a struggling clubhouse, and plenty of “Sell the team” banners waving in the stands.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / October 5

Three offseason focal points for the Pittsburgh Pirates

Pirates' pitching did their part, posting a 3.76 ERA, the seventh-best mark in the majors. However, the lineup struggled more than expected, ranking last in the majors with a .665 OPS and a mere 583 runs scored.

Pirates make confusing decision to fire most successful coach

Will Pirates GM Ben Cherington return in 2026?

The most disappointing player for every MLB team from the 2025 season

The ''MLB: The Show' cover athlete' quiz