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The Pirates currently hold a 27-26 record following a successful series finale in Toronto. Pittsburgh avoided a three-game sweep on Sunday. They powered past the Blue Jays with a trio of home runs.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / April 9

Pirates Infielder Clears Waivers After DFA

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates will keep an infielder that other teams could've take a chance on this past week. The Pirates outrighted infielder Enmanuel Valdez to Triple-A Indianapolis on April 8, who then activated him and made him available for play going forward, according to his transactions log .

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 9

Pirates outright Enmanuel Valdez

The Pirates sent utility infielder Enmanuel Valdez outright to Triple-A Indianapolis, per the MLB.com transaction log. He evidently cleared waivers after being designated for assignment when the Bucs called up Konnor Griffin last week.

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The 'World Series MVPs' quiz

MLB has awarded the World Series MVP since 1955. How many of these players can you name in six minutes?

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25 things we learned from the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was full of great performances, breakout stars, and incredible feats. These are the 25 things we learned along the way.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 3

Pirates Designate Enmanuel Valdez For Assignment

The Pirates have designated infielder Enmanuel Valdez for assignment, per a club announcement. His 40-man roster spot goes to the game’s No. 1 overall prospect, shortstop Konnor Griffin, whose previously announced promotion to the majors is now finalized.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / March 16

Pittsburgh Pirates Roster Moves 03/16/2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates have had a successful spring so far with a 15-7 record in Grapefruit League play. Today, they will send Noah Davis to the mound to face the Minnesota Twins and Joe Ryan.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 22

Esmerlyn Valdez Grand Slam Powers Pirates Past Phillies

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates needed a big hit and got one from one of their fastest rising prospects. Outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez hit a grand slam

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / February 15

One Pirates Player That Could Provide Third Base Depth

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates lack depth at the third base position heading into the upcoming season and one player could help them address that.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / December 2

Pirates Infielder Playing in Dominican Winter League After Injury

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates got some good news on an infielder who missed most of the season with an injury, as he's back playing this winter. Pirates infielder Enmanuel Valdez recently started play with Estrellas Orientales on Nov.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / May 21, 2025

Pirates Infielder Undergoes Season-Ending Surgery

PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh Pirates infielder won't play for the team the rest of the 2025 season. Pirates senior director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk announced that Enmanuel Valdez had surgery on his left, non-throwing shoulder and will miss the next six months, ending his season.

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25 records that were broken during the 2026 MLB season

The 2026 MLB season was historic in many ways. These 25 records were broken during the season.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 10, 2025

Pirates made another personnel change in addition to Derek Shelton

The Pirates’ managerial change naturally drew most of the headlines on Thursday, but in addition to letting go of Derek Shelton, the Bucs also moved on from another member of the coaching staff.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / January 8, 2025

Pirates All 40: Enmanuel Valdez Provides Utility Depth

This is one in a series of stories breaking down members of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 40-man roster . The Pirates acquired utility man Enmanuel Valdez from the Boston Red Sox in December, trading away 2024 19th round draft pick Joe Vogatsky in order to swing the deal.

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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 15, 2024

Pirates acquire left-handed INF from Red Sox

He was designated for assignment by Boston earlier this week.

Pirates hire new bullpen coach

Pirates agree to minor league deal with former No. 8 overall pick

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Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 14, 2024

Red Sox Urged To Cut Ties With Young Infielder This Winter

The Boston Red Sox won't be able to bring every player back into the mix in 2025. Boston has some high hopes for the 2025 campaign but will have to make some tough decisions before Opening Day can roll around.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / October 6, 2024

Young Red Sox Infielder Predicted To Be Traded For Pitching Help

The Boston Red Sox certainly will make some tough decisions this winter. The playoffs still are going on right now, but right when they end, it will be time for the Red Sox to address the future.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 30, 2024

Red Sox Surprisingly Predicted To Trade Promising Infielder For Pitching Help

Trades will be one of the main storylines of the Boston Red Sox's winter--whether they do or don't occur. Though the Red Sox had some decent moments in their 81-81 season, they ultimately fell flat.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / September 4, 2024

Red Sox Called Up Wrong Middle Infielder From Worcester, New Report Shows

As September began, the Boston Red Sox used one of their two extra roster spots on Enmanuel Valdez, which may have been a mistake. The Red Sox need offense right now (badly), and Valdez isn’t adding anything to the lineup.

Boston Red Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7, 2024

Red Sox place O’Neill on 10-day IL amid flurry of moves

Red Sox place Tyler O’Neill on 10-day IL amid flurry of moves

The Red Sox announced a series of roster moves Wednesday evening, headlined by the club placing outfielder Tyler O’Neill on the 10-day injured list due to a left leg infection. The move is retroactive to Aug. 4.

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Boston Red Sox News / Field Level Media / June 1, 2024

Enmanuel Valdez goes deep twice, Red Sox knock off Tigers

Enmanuel Valdez recorded the second multi-homer game in as many days for the Boston Red Sox as they used a stretch of five unanswered runs to move past the visiting Detroit Tigers for a 6-3 win on Saturday.