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Pirates Pitching Prospect Made Massive Leap in 2026

Pirates Pitching Prospect Made Massive Leap in 2026

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have strong pitching depth in their farm system, and one player made a huge improvement in 2026. Pirates right-handed pitcher Levi Sterling had a strong season and had a big jump in his velocity from his 2025 campaign.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 17
Pirates Promote Exciting Pitching Prospect Duo

Pirates Promote Exciting Pitching Prospect Duo

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have some interesting pitchers in their farm system, but two have made a big impact at the lower levels and have earned a reward for it.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / August 15
One Rising Pirates Pitching Prospect in 2026

One Rising Pirates Pitching Prospect in 2026

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have brought up most of their young pitching prospects this season, but still have a few arms that are impressing in the minor leagues.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / May 25
Pittsburgh Pirates Notes: Valdez Connects, Sterling Dazzles & Cubs Come to PNC Park

Pittsburgh Pirates Notes: Valdez Connects, Sterling Dazzles & Cubs Come to PNC Park

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.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / April 12, 2025

Pirates prospect update: Pitcher Levi Sterling

Another great prospect in Pittsburgh’s system! On this edition of the Pirates’ prospect update series, we take a look at former two-way player turned full time pitcher, Levi Sterling.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 6, 2024

Pirates Top 30 Prospects No. 8: Levi Sterling Already One of System’s Best

This is one in a series of stories breaking down PBN’s Top 30 Pittsburgh Pirates prospects. Levi Sterling was one of the youngest players available in last year’s draft, but his age didn’t preclude him from being one of the top available prospects.

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