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PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Bubba Chandler has a bright future ahead of him and is gearing up for a big 2026 season. Pirates fans finally got to see Chandler make his mark at the major league level in 2025, spending the final month-and-a-half with the team.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 5

Pirates remain open to dealing from rotation for offense

The Pittsburgh Pirates traded back-end starter Johan Oviedo to the Red Sox Thursday, getting rookie outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia back as part of a five-player deal.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 27

Pirates' Bubba Chandle Reveals Difference Between Minors, MLB

During a late-season conversation with David Laurila of FanGraphs, Bubba Chandler, the Pittsburgh Pirates' rookie pitcher, reflected on his first month in the big leagues.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / November 21

Pirates Star Prospect Named Rookie of the Year Candidate

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have a number of great young talent on their roster for the 2026 season, including one who could win the National League Rookie of the Year Award.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 30

Pirates Honor Bubba Chandler for 2025 Campaign

PITTSBURGH — Bubba Chandler is one of the most exciting, young pitchers in baseball and the Pittsburgh Pirates made sure they recognized him for his most recent season.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / October 27

Pirates Hire New Pitching Coach

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have reportedly made a decision on who their new pitching coach is for next season. Chandler Rome of The Athletic reported that the Pirates are hiring Houston Astros pitching coach Bill Murphy in the same role for the organization for 2026.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / September 27

Bubba Chandler impresses, as Pirates secure season series over Braves

Pittsburgh rookie Bubba Chandler recorded another strong start, and Henry Davis hit a home run to help the visiting Pirates beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 on Saturday in the second game of their three-game series.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 27

Braves get first look at Pirates rookie right-hander Bubba Chandler

A pair of power arms will take the mound when the Atlanta Braves host the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday in the second game of their season-ending three-game series.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 26

Pirates Reveal Final Bubba Chandler Start

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates rookie right-handed pitcher Bubba Chandler will make one more start before the end of the 2025 season. Chandler starts against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park on Sept.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 26

Pirates Conclude Season with Braves Road Series

The Pittsburgh Pirates (69-90) conclude their 2025 campaign this weekend with a three-game road series against the Atlanta Braves (75-84) at Truist Park, closing a season that has pivoted toward evaluating talent for the future.

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Athletics News / Field Level Media / September 20

Bubba Chandler, Pirates blank Athletcis to end losing skid

Bubba Chandler, Pirates blank Athletics to end losing skid Bubba Chandler and two relievers combined on a one-hitter and the Pittsburgh Pirates snapped a five-game losing streak with a 2-0 victory over the visiting Athletics on Saturday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 20

Pirates Announce Next Bubba Chandler Start

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates rookie right-handed pitcher Bubba Chandler will take the mound in front of his home fans for the final time in 2025. Pirates manager Don Kelly announced that Chandler will start against the Athletics on Sept.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 15

Pirates' Bubba Chandler Establishes Dominant Fastball

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates rookie right-handed pitcher Bubba Chandler excelled in his most recent outing vs. the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on Sept.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 14

Pirates' Bubba Chandler Nearly Perfect vs. Nationals

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates rookie right-handed pitcher Bubba Chandler needed a strong start after a poor outing in his last apperance and did so against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on Sept.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 13

Pirates Rally Late to Defeat Nationals

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates almost wasted a strong pitching outing from right-handed starting pitcher Bubba Chandler, but a great late offensive showing earned them a 5-1 win over the Washington Nationals at PNC Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 13

Pirates' Bubba Chandler Battles Nationals

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates rookie right-handed starting pitcher Bubba Chandler takes the mound for just his second MLB start, as he'll face the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park..

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 12

Pirates Announce Next Bubba Chandler Start

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates rookie right-handed pitcher Bubba Chandler takes the mound again for his team after a poor outing his last time out. Chandler starts for the Pirates in the second game of the series vs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / September 9

Pirates Manager Stands By Rookie Bubba Chandler

PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates rookie right-handed pitcher Bubba Chandler struggled massively in his first MLB start, but his manager remains in full support of the young talent.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 25

Pirates top pitching prospect to be considered for rotation looks

After months of anticipation, top pitching prospect Bubba Chandler’s debut didn’t disappoint — though it probably looked quite different than most fans had anticipated.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / August 20

Top pitching prospect reportedly set to make Pirates debut

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / August 20

Reports: Pirates to promote Bubba Chandler, MLB's top pitching prospect

Pirates right-hander Bubba Chandler, MLB's top pitching prospect in the minors, is expected to be called up to debut for Pittsburgh on Friday, multiple outlets reported on Wednesday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / August 20

Pirates To Promote Top Prospect Bubba Chandler for MLB Debut

As we close in on the month of September, teams around Major League Baseball are starting to get a bit more aggressive in promoting their top prospects.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 20

Pirates' top pitching prospect to make long-awaited MLB debut

The Pirates are promoting top pitching prospect Bubba Chandler to the major leagues.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / June 18

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / February 23

Chandler Lights it Up, Prospects Break it Open; Pirates Improve to 2-0

Sunday afternoon marked Pittsburgh Pirates top prospect Bubba Chandler’s first time pitching this spring, but you wouldn’t have guessed it if you were looking at the radar gun.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / January 22

Pirates’ Bubba Chandler Named Top 10 Prospect; 2 Others in BA’s Top 100

For the second-consecutive season, the Pittsburgh Pirates have a starting pitcher included in Baseball America’s top 10 prospects. Baseball America unveiled its top 100 prospects list on Wednesday and they have right-hander Bubba Chandler listed at No.