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Isiah Kiner-Falefa drove in the go-ahead run in the top of the 10th inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 2-1 win against the host Chicago Cubs on Friday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Fastball on SI / June 9

Trade Rumors Sprouting Around Pittsburgh Pirates Infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa

With the deadline still over seven weeks out, the Pittsburgh Pirates are apparently preparing to sell. USA Today's Bob Nightengale reported Sunday morning that the Pirates were already receiving trade interest in infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa.

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Isiah Kiner-Falefa News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 8

Pirates reportedly receiving trade interest in Isiah Kiner-Falefa

The Pirates are expected to make much of their roster available on the trade market this summer after stumbling to a 26-40 start this season that has left them more or less buried in the NL playoff picture.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / June 4

Pirates Face Decision on Isiah Kiner-Falefa

With June comes trade rumors, and the Pittsburgh Pirates have decisions to make on expiring contracts, notably shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa. The Pirates enter Wednesday’s action with a 22-39 record.

MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / June 3

Royals Could Land Ex-Yankees, Blue Jays Gold Glover At Trade Deadline

The Jul. 31 trade deadline is already looming, and the Kansas City Royals have work to do. Some of the work has to be done on the field, as the Royals currently sit outside playoff position.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / May 20

Dodgers Trade Idea Lands Former Yankees Veteran Dud

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in first place in the National League West, a promising sign for the team after the injuries they’ve dealt with. However, after being swept by their cross-town rival, the Los Angeles Angels, the Dodgers hope to turn things around over the next few weeks.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 19

Dodgers Could Trade For $15 Million Gold Glove Utility Man Ahead of Deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers are in complete win-now mode, aiming to establish a title-winning dynasty after breaking through in 2024. The team has spent significantly to ensure they are strong enough to repeat as champions.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Field Level Media / May 12

Pirates activate SS Isiah Kiner-Falefa (right hamstring strain) from 10-day IL

The Pittsburgh Pirates activated shortstop Isiah Kiner-Falefa from the 10-day injured list while also optioning Liover Peguero to Triple-A Indianapolis on Monday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 10

Pirates Gold Glove-winning IF has brutal assessment of team

Pirates Gold Glove-winning IF has brutal assessment of 'terrible' team

This is never what you want to hear from a veteran player who has spent less than one full season with your team. It is also hard to disagree with him.

Derek Shelton becomes fall guy for Pirates' offseason failures

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Rockies off to worst start in NL history

Red Sox superstar rips front office

...and Red Sox players unhappy with teammate's harsh comments

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 3

Pirates place former Gold Glove winner on IL

Right-hander Justin Lawrence was transferred to the 60-day injured list to make room for Rainey on the 40-man roster, while Rainey’s active roster spot will come at the expense of infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa.

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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

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Fastball on SI / April 1

Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz, Isiah Kiner-Falefa Combine For Historic Start to Season

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been far and away the most dangerous team on the basepaths this season, with two main players leading the way. Entering Tuesday's contest against the Tampa Bay Rays, center fielder Oneil Cruz led all of MLB with five stolen bases.

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Pirates already showing how they will waste Paul Skenes this season

The rest of the Pirates did what they do best — and did so many times in his rookie season — and completely crumbled as soon as Skenes left the game.

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MLB News / Kansas City Royals on SI / March 19

Pirates-Royals Early Trade Idea Sends 'Quality' $15 Million Veteran To KC

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 25

Pirates All 40: What Role Will Isiah Kiner-Falefa Have in ’25?

This is one in a series of stories breaking down members of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 40-man roster. Isiah Kiner-Falefa has done a little bit of everything in his seven-year career.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

Pirates INF declines lineup spot, chance for bonus

The infielder finished the season at 496 plate appearances, when his contract would’ve afforded him a $250K bonus for reaching 500 trips to the plate.

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MLB News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / August 20

Isiah Kiner-Falefa Proud of Being a Pirates’ Legacy

Isiah Kiner-Falefa understands the doubt. People look at the Pittsburgh Pirates infielder and find it farfetched to think he is related to franchise legend Ralph Kiner.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / July 2

Blue Jays place Isiah Kiner-Falefa on 10-day Injured List, recall top prospect Leo Jimenez

The Toronto Blue Jays announced a roster move ahead of Tuesday’s game with the Houston Astros. The team placed Isiah Kiner-Falefa on the 10-day Injured List because of a left knee sprain and called up infielder Leo Jimenez from Triple-A Buffalo.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 10, 2024

Isiah Kiner-Falefa has quickly become a fan-favourite after a great start to the 2024 season

Remember in the dying days of 2023 when the Blue Jays signed Isiah Kiner-Falefa? The reaction from fans wasn’t great to say the least. After a month of speculation regarding two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani, it seemed like a massive step down for the Jays to sign utility player Kiner-Falefa.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / June 6, 2024

Isiah Kiner-Falefa praises Blue Jays pitching amidst offensive struggles: ‘We have not been giving them runs’

THIS ARTICLE IS PRESENTED BY bet365 The Toronto Blue Jays have not had a good start to their 2023-24 season. That may even be an understatement. The Jays are 29-32 entering today’s game and currently sitting last in the AL East division standings.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Bluejaysnation / January 3, 2024

Isiah Kiner-Falefa had other opportunities in free agency, says he chose Blue Jays because ‘the team is really, really good’

Free agency went better for Isiah Kiner-Falefa than he expected. The newest Toronto Blue Jay spoke to the media on Wednesday and said he was pleasantly surprised with the amount of interest that he received from other teams, including offers to play as an everyday shortstop and centre fielder.