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1 Pirates pitcher establishing himself as enticing trade candidate

The Pittsburgh Pirates look mired in yet another disappointing season. Despite having some solid pitching, the offense is struggling to muster runs. One of those solid Pirates pitchers is establishing himself as a trade candidate.

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Braves Eyeing Pirates’ $55 Million Arm as Early Trade Deadline Target

The Atlanta Braves opted to pass on several veteran arms in free agency this past offseason—and early results have validated that decision in many cases.

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 28

$55 Million NL All-Star Candidate Named Braves Trade Target

Some of the starting pitcher free agents the Atlanta Braves elected not to sign this offseason aren't off to very good starts. But there's one who is. Left-hander Andrew Heaney is off to a terrific start with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Atlanta Braves News / Athlon Sports / April 27

Braves Trade Idea Brings Former No. 9 Pick to Atlanta as Possible Rotation Savior

Remember when the Atlanta Braves started 0-7 and appeared headed for their worst season in nearly a decade? We remember, even as the Braves do their best to make us forget.

Pete Alonso News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 40 home run seasons in MLB history' quiz

How many of the 50 MLB players with three or more 40 home run seasons can you name in six minutes?

The 'Home Run Derby champion' quiz

The 'MLB home run leaders from 2024' quiz

The '200 or more strikeouts in 2019' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / April 24

Pirates could trade two veterans by summer

The Pittsburgh Pirates are expected to be a seller at the trade deadline this year. The Pittsburgh Pirates aren’t off to the hottest start this season, which means trades could be on the horizon in the dog days of summer.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / April 24

Andrew Heaney, Pirates fire two-hitter against Angels

Andrew Heaney threw six scoreless innings and Oneil Cruz hit one of the longest home runs in the majors this season, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-0 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday in Anaheim, Calif.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 24

Four stars of the night in MLB: Pitchers dominate

With the games came star performances, so here are four from Wednesday's action.

Watch: Athletics top prospect collects first MLB hit and RBI

Watch: Mets stay hot with thrilling home win vs. Phillies

Why the Cubs' Matt Mervis trade is already looking very bad

Angels players have major complaint about team management

White Sox are still trying to solve their leadoff puzzle

Next three prospects who could impact MLB teams

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 23

Andrew Heaney back on familiar turf as Pirates visit Angels

Andrew Heaney should feel right at home when he takes the mound for the Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim, Calif.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / April 22

Red Sox Could Consider Acquiring Ex-Yankees Lefty To Strengthen Rotation

As the Boston Red Sox survey the market for more starting pitching, they might take some time to consider a former New York Yankees southpaw. Boston loves what it is getting from Garrett Crochet in 2025, and Walker Buehler has started gaining steam recently, too.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / April 17

Andrew Heaney pitches Pirates past Nationals 1-0

Left-hander Andrew Heaney went 7 1/3 shutout innings and Oneil Cruz blasted a leadoff home run to propel the host Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 victory over the Washington Nationals on Thursday afternoon.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Fastball on SI / April 17

Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher Andrew Heaney Celebrates 10 Years of Service Time

Regardless of what kind of day Andrew Heaney when he takes the mound at PNC Park, he already achieved a major career milestone on Thursday. The 33-year-old left-hander has reached 10 years of MLB service time on Thursday, securing a fully-vested pension in the process.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 14

NL Central fool's gold: Don't expect these players to keep up current pace

Some players are overperforming early in the Major League Baseball schedule and are due to regress.

NL West fool's gold: Don't expect these players to keep up current pace

AL East fool's gold: Don't expect these players to keep up current pace

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2025

The 'Most recent cycle by MLB team' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / Atlanta Braves on SI / April 10

Could Braves Still Acquire Veteran SP Floated as Offseason Target?

Veteran left-hander Andrew Heaney was one of several starting pitchers that MLB pundits suggested as a potential free agent target for the Atlanta Braves this offseason.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Fastball on SI / April 7

Pirates’ Andrew Heaney Joins Exclusive List of Veteran Lefties Who Shut Down Yankees

Andrew Heaney is the old man in the Pittsburgh Pirates' star-studded starting rotation, and he made history out of that trait on Sunday. The 33-year-old left-hander took the mound in the Pirates' series finale against the New York Yankees, immediately giving up an RBI double in the top of the first inning.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 5

Pirates fans voice frustration with ownership during home-opening loss

Pittsburgh Pirates fans are getting fed up, and they made their voices heard on Friday all throughout their home-opening 9-4 loss to the New York Yankees.

Paul Skenes dominates Rays in Pirates' victory

There are many lessons to be taken from Pirates' demotion of David Bednar

Braves acquire catcher Jason Delay from Pirates

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2025 season

The 'Most strikeouts for an MLB rookie pitcher since 1995' quiz

MLB News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / March 4

Pirates Recap: Heaney Struggles in Debut; Priester Solid in Win for Red Sox

Andrew Heaney, who signed a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates last month, made his team debut in a 12-4 loss to the Boston Red Sox at LECOM Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Fastball on SI / March 4

Pittsburgh Pirates Pitcher Andrew Heaney Breaks Down Spring Training Debut

BRADENTON, Fla. — When spring training got underway, Andrew Heaney was a free agent. Fast-forward 10 days, and the veteran left-hander started a game for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / February 25

Pirates sign left-hander Andrew Heaney to one-year contract

Heaney joins a talented Pirates rotation with Paul Skenes, Jared Jones, Mitch Keller, and Bailey Falter part of Oscar Marin’s starting staff. The Pittsburgh Pirates have added another starter to potentially one of the best rotations in baseball.

Los Angeles Angels News / Los Angeles Angels on SI / February 25

Former Angels Longtime Pitcher Signs $5 Million Deal With NL Club

Longtime Los Angeles Angels starter Andrew Heaney is starting the next chapter of his career in the National League East. Heaney agreed to a one-year, $5.25 million deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates and has reported to spring training to begin his 12th major league season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / February 25

Andrew Heaney Could Prove Stopped-Clock Theory

A wise man once told me that even a stopped clock is right twice daily. In other words, nobody is always wrong. Everyone is at least occasionally right about something.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Athlon Sports / February 22

Pittsburgh Pirates Add Ex-Yankees $6.7 Million Bust to Pitching Staff

The Pittsburgh Pirates bolstered their pitching staff Saturday, inking journeyman starting pitcher Andrew Heaney to a one-year contract. Heaney, 33, is guaranteed $5.5 million with additional performance incentives.