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On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Relief Pitcher Heads to Injured List
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will not have one of their main relief pitchers for the near future. Danny Demilio of Pittsburgh Baseball Now reported that Pirates right-handed pitcher Colin Holderman is headed to the 15-day Injured List with thumb inflammation, according to manager Don Kelly.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / 5 GOATs / May 20
Man charged with providing alcohol to a minor from Pirates fan’s fall at PNC Park
A 21-year-old man has been charged with providing alcohol to a minor from the Pittsburgh Pirates fan’s fall at PNC Park last month. Per TMZ Sports, Ethan Kirkwood is facing two misdemeanor counts of furnishing liquor to Kavan Markwood before the 20-year-old suffered injuries in a 21-foot fall from his seat during the Pirates vs.
Isaac Mattson News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Relief Pitcher Gets Locker at PNC Park
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a new relief pitcher in their clubhouse at PNC Park. Kevin Gorman of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reported that right-handed pitcher Isaac Mattson has a locker in the clubhouse ahead of the second game of the series vs.
The 'Active MLB players to hit .300 multiple times' quiz
How many of the 27 active MLB players to post a .300 or better batting average in multiple seasons can you name in five minutes?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Charges Filed in Pirates Fan’s Fall From Outfield Wall
PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates fan's fall from an outfield wall at PNC Park recently resulted in charges filed. Kavan Markwood fell from the Roberto Clemente Wall, or right field wall, during the Pirates 4-3 win over the Chicago Cubs on April 30.
The 'Most recent Rookie of the Year for each MLB franchise' quiz
How many of the last players from every MLB franchise to win Rookie of the Year can you name in five minutes?
MLB News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / May 20
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Cincinnati Reds Preview, Prediction & Odds | May 20, 2025
The Pirates ride to battle as Bailey Falter takes the mound against Nick Martinez and the Cincinnati Reds. Each pitcher is not appreciated enough in limiting run production, which is the cornerstone of today’s article.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Gene Lamont Returns to Pirates Dugout After 25 Years
Nearly 25 years after his last stint with the Pittsburgh Pirates, 78-year-old Gene Lamont made his return to the dugout Monday night as the team’s new bench coach under first-year manager Don Kelly.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Fastball on SI / May 20
Pittsburgh Pirates on the Wrong Side of Lengthy Team History With Dreadful Start to Year
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been playing baseball, officially, since 1895, and they've almost never been as bad through 48 games as they are right now.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Fan Graffiti's 'Sell The Team' at PNC Park
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates fans have let their voices be heard throughout the 2025 season at PNC Park, showing their frustrations with ownership both outside the ballpark and inside.
Roberto Clemente News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 20
Pirates Find New Home for Ad That Covered Clemente Tribute
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have found a new place for an advertisement at PNC Park that caused controversy. The Pirates began the 2025 season with a new advertisement, a Surfside Can on the right field wall at PNC Park.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / May 20
Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder saved museum honoring Pirates Roberto Clemente 
Pearl Jam’s longevity is almost as long as the Pirates’ losing streak. In a world full of unlikely pairings, it was revealed this past weekend that a certain rock star has a special connection with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / May 20
Pirates Predicted to Make Trade After Paul Skenes News
The Pittsburgh Pirates lost 7-1 to the Cincinnati Reds on Monday, dropping their record to an abysmal 15-33 on the season. This ranks last in the NL Central, and second-to-last in the National League, with only the Colorado Rockies (8-38) owning a worse record.
Mitch Keller News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 19
Pirates Waste Mitch Keller Start, Lose to Reds
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates got a great start from right-handed pitcher Mitch Keller, but couldn't score any runs or stop them from coming in afterwards as the Cincinnati Reds went on to win 7-1 at PNC Park.
Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 19
Pirates' Oneil Cruz Not in Lineup vs. Reds
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates won't have one of their stars in the lineup against the Cincinnati Reds at PNC Park. Oneil Cruz isn't leading off or starting in center field vs.
Paul Skenes News / Athlon Sports / May 19
Cubs Trade Idea Lands Pirates' Paul Skenes in Blockbuster Deal
Some have started to suggest that the Pittsburgh Pirates should trade Paul Skenes. Trading Skenes now would be a ridiculous sign to the fan base that they have no opportunity to compete anytime in the near future.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 19
Rangers Claim Pirates Outfielder Off Waivers
PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder is headed to another MLB team after a short time with the franchise. The Texas Rangers claimed Michael Helman off of waivers from the Pirates and then optioned him to Triple-A Round Rock, according to the transactions page.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 19
Three 'pie in the sky' MLB trade candidates in 2025
With narratives beginning to crystallize around certain teams and players, let's look at three "pie in the sky" trade candidates who could have a case to be dealt this summer.
Billy McKinney News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18
Mets release former first-round pick from minor league deal
The Mets have released outfielder Billy McKinney from his minor league contract with the club, as noted by Anthony DiComo of MLB.com. McKinney signed a minor league deal with the club back in March.
Jared Jones News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18
Pirates' Jared Jones to meet with Dr. Keith Meister regarding UCL sprain
Pirates fans received some ominous news today when John Perrotto of Pittsburgh Baseball Now reported that right-hander Jared Jones was “likely” to undergo Tommy John surgery.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 19
Paul Skenes' first career complete game ends in another unacceptable loss
With Sunday's loss, the Pirates are now an almost unbelievable 3-7 in the games Skenes has started this season, despite him pitching at a Cy Young level.
Spencer Horwitz News / Last Word On Sports / May 17
At Long Last, Pirates Activate First Baseman Horwitz from Injured List
The Pittsburgh Pirates will activate first baseman Spencer Horwitz from the injured list for Saturday night’s game in Philadelphia. So said manager Don Kelly to a gaggle of reporters before the game, according to Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / May 17
Phillies benefit from horrible check swing call in win over Pirates
The Philadelphia Phillies’ late-inning rally on Friday night got a little bit of help from the umpiring crew.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 16
Pirates announce further changes to coaching staff
One week after firing manager Derek Shelton, the Pirates have announced further changes to the coaching staff. Pittsburgh is bringing former manager Gene Lamont back to the organization to serve as a special advisor to newly tabbed manager Don Kelly.
Chris Truby News / Field Level Media / May 16
Pirates add Chris Truby, Gene Lamont to coaching staff
The Pittsburgh Pirates added Chris Truby and Gene Lamont to skipper Don Kelly's coaching staff on Friday. The staff has been in flux since the team fired manager Derek Shelton on May 8, just over one month into his sixth season with the team.
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