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The Pittsburgh Pirates may be watching a teenager swing his way onto the Opening Day roster—and into a historic comparison. At just 19, Konnor Griffin is turning Grapefruit League at-bats into a real-time referendum on how aggressive the organization is willing to be with its top prospect. The 6-foot-4 shortstop, the No. 1 prospect in […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates hope that their top hitting prospect Konnor Griffin will have a bright future. It certainly looks that way. Griffin hit his first home run on Tuesday for the team in a spring training game against the Boston Red Sox. Griffin went deep off of Red Sox pitcher Ranger Suarez. The Pirates prospect […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers continue reshaping their roster, adding depth with a waiver claim ahead of spring workouts. The Dodgers added outfielder Jack Suwinski off waivers from the Pittsburgh Pirates, bolstering their outfield mix as camp gets underway. The move reflects the organization’s continued emphasis on depth and competition as roster battles begin to intensify […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have lost one of their most renowned players. Bill Mazeroski passed away at the age of 89, per MLB.com. Mazeroski is a Hall of Famer who helped the Bucs win the 1960 World Series. “The eight-time Gold Glove Award winner, two-time World Series champion and Hall of Famer remains alone in the […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are heading into the 2026 season with playoff expectations after a strong offseason. So much of the offseason conversation has been about their improved offense, but any playoff hope comes from the mound. Pirates ace Paul Skenes drew comparisons to Nolan Ryan and Roger Clemens from MLB Network’s Dan Plesac recently. "This […]

After signing a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Marcell Ozuna won’t have to face Cy Young winner Paul Skenes. However, he is getting his faceoff opportunity during spring training. When Ozuna steps in the box, he isn’t afraid. No matter the numbers Skenes has put up, the newest Pirates slugger just sees him as […]

Paul Skenes has taken baseball by storm in his two seasons. He has won a Rookie of the Year award and a Cy Young Award already, and has become a must-watch pitcher, as was apparent when Skenes took a bullpen session at Spring Training. While the young pitcher has been everything Pittsburgh Pirates fans could […]

Konnor Griffin is currently the No. 1-ranked prospect on the MLB Top 100 List. The Pittsburgh Pirates seemingly have a rising star within the organization, as Griffin is making a serious case to be on the roster to begin the 2026 season. On Wednesday, he displayed his excellent power at the plate yet again during […]

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes, an important member of the MLBPA executive subcommittee, reacted after longtime union head Tony Clark resigned amidst an investigation. Clark, who is already under federal investigation by the Eastern District of New York over last year’s handling of union finances, led to an internal investigation. Clark stepped down on Tuesday, […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates wasted little time signaling their ambitions for the 2026 season, and Marcell Ozuna delivered the message himself. As spring training ramps up in Bradenton for the Pirates, the acquisition of slugger Marcell Ozuna already feels like a defining move for a lineup that desperately needed more power. Ozuna officially joined Pittsburgh last […]

If the Pittsburgh Pirates are going to get back into contention, Cy Young winner Paul Skenes will have a lot to do with it. As the Pirates open spring training, everyone had to see what Skenes has to offer. The right-hander threw a bullpen session on Monday without any live hitters. And still, Pittsburgh fans […]

Spring Training is here, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are preparing to make some headway as they approach the 2026 season. Konnor Griffin is among the Pirates’ prospects that many will be watching, and it will be a chance to see what tools they have as the new season nears. After finishing 71-91, the prospects are […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates started training camp with optimism for a new season, as future prospects showed up and even answered questions. A star Pirates prospect and future MLB rising star caught everyone’s attention when he mentioned he was a fan of Ronald Acuna Jr. growing up, according to a post from Colin Beazley. Pirates top […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have continued to struggle in recent seasons despite Paul Skenes emerging as the best pitcher in the National League. Following years of quiet offseasons, Pittsburgh was a bit more aggressive this past offseason, however. The Pirates brought in Brandon Lowe, Marcell Ozuna, Ryan O’Hearn and others. With spring training set to begin […]

After more than a decade with the team between two stints, Andrew McCutchen may be parting ways with the Pittsburgh Pirates. McCutchen, who will turn 40 years old in October, has spent most of his MLB career in Pittsburgh. But following the Pirates’ signing of Marcell Ozuna, McCutchen could be on his way out, considering […]

The Houston Astros have gotten calls from teams about Isaac Paredes, and the two main teams have been the Boston Red Sox and the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Red Sox have been looking for infielder help for some time, and they were actually in talks to make a three-team deal with the Astros and St. Louis […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have made multiple moves to improve the offense this offseason, including one on Monday. After bringing in Brandon Lowe and Ryan O’Hearn earlier in the winter, they signed a home-run hitter. The Pirates have signed Marcell Ozuna to a one-year, $12 million contract, per New York Post insider Jon Heyman. “Marcell Ozuna […]

Framber Valdez signed a three-year, $115 million contract with the Detroit Tigers this offseason, becoming a co-ace for the club’s rotation. Before he chose Detroit, rumors were suggesting the Pittsburgh Pirates were interested in potentially signing Valdez. On Thursday, one MLB Insider believes those rumors were utterly false. During a guest appearance on “Foul Territory,” […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates were rumored to be involved in southpaw Framber Valdez in free agency. On Wednesday, Valdez shocked the baseball world by signing with the Detroit Tigers to be the No. 1 starter behind Tarik Skubal. The Tigers gave Valdez a ton of money that he could not pass up. The Pirates then turned […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates’ offseason has taken an unexpected turn, placing the club at the center of one of early February’s most closely watched MLB storylines. A reported pursuit of veteran left-hander Framber Valdez has sparked both intrigue and skepticism across the league, particularly given the franchise’s long-standing payroll constraints. On Wednesday morning, The Athletic’s Ken […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed right-handed pitcher Mike Clevinger to a minor league contract on Wednesday, the team announced. Clevinger received an invite to spring training as well. The Clevinger signing comes amid rumors linking the Pirates to free agent starter Framber Valdez. Pittsburgh has been linked to a number of notable free agents this offseason […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been looking to improve their team during the offseason, and it looks like they have their eyes on one of the top options remaining, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. With Framber Valdez still on the market, the Pirates are going all in on pursuing the left-hander. “Thwarted in numerous […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates swung and missed on one of their biggest free agent targets this Major League Baseball offseason, in Eugenio Suarez. Suarez whiffed on an offer from the Pirates, to go ahead and sign with the Cincinnati Reds for one season. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal is trying to understand what went wrong for Pittsburgh. […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been involved in an awkward situation this offseason with veteran slugger Andrew McCutchen. McCutchen is the long-time face of the club, who has played the bulk of his lengthy MLB career in Pittsburgh. The Pirates though have been slow to re-sign him this offseason, and that stalemate seems to be continuing. […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have remained active all offseason, bringing in players like Brandon Lowe and Ryan O’Hearn. However, the Pirates were unable to secure one of their biggest free agency targets. Third baseman Kazuma Okamoto signed with the Toronto Blue Jays on a four-year, $60 million contract. Pittsburgh was hyped as a potential Okamoto suitor […]

Paul Skenes is already one of the most fearsome pitchers in the league. The Pittsburgh Pirates star is an incredible talent on the mound. With precise control, blazing speed, and an unmatched arsenal of pitches, the 2025 NL Cy Young winner is well on his way to becoming a powerhouse in the league. The scary […]

There has been a lot of buzz this Major League Baseball offseason about Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Konnor Griffin. The shortstop is now getting another honor, as an ESPN report ranks Griffin in a tier all by himself. The ESPN reporter Kiley McDaniel wrote a report about the 100 top prospects in MLB, heading into 2026. […]

Pittsburgh Pirates fans have fresh reason to believe. Now, Konnor Griffin sits atop Keith Law’s 2026 rankings, placing the Pirates prospect at the center of the MLB prospects spotlight. In one season, the rise came fast and loud. Suddenly, doubts about his bat vanished. Power showed up. Speed stayed constant. Under the stadium lights, Griffin […]

Andrew McCutchen may not have been physically present at PiratesFest on Saturday, but his voice was impossible to ignore. As questions swirled about his future with the Pittsburgh Pirates, the longtime franchise cornerstone took to social media to push back against growing sentiment that the organization and its fans should move on. Over the past […]

Paul Skenes burst onto the MLB scene and immediately made a name for himself. Even back in his rookie season, the Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher’s talent was undeniable. Many knew that it was only a matter of time before Skenes would start racking up his individual awards.  In just his second year in the league, Skenes […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are hoping to build themselves back into a winning team. Pittsburgh has one of the best young prospects in Major League Baseball, according to new rankings. Pirates farm prospect Konnor Griffin is MLB’s top prospect, according to The Score. Griffin was honored by MLB Pipeline with that ranking. He has yet to […]

In the fall, Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes won the NL Cy Young Award. Meanwhile, his teammate and fellow right-hander Jared Jones endured elbow injuries. In May 2025, he underwent surgery. As he embarks on his recovery, Jones is very optimistic and has some choice words to make his point about pitching on the first […]

MLB free agency is winding down after Cody Bellinger and Bo Bichette found big-money homes. But there are still valuable assets on the market available for a low price. Luis Arraez is available in free agency, and the three-time batting champ should be courted by the Colorado Rockies, Cincinnati Reds, and more. Any team looking […]

The Philadelphia Phillies reportedly acquired right-handed relief pitcher Chase Shugart in a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today. “The Phillies acquire RHP Chase Shugart in an in-state trade with the Pirates for minor league infielder Francisco Loreto,” Nightengale wrote on X, formerly Twitter. While rumors of the Phillies’ […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are a team looking to rebuild for 2026. Pittsburgh had the worst offense in Major League Baseball in 2025, in several statistical categories. As a result, the team finished last in the National League Central. Pittsburgh has made several moves this offseason, including adding free agent Ryan O’Hearn. The Pirates though are […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have made adding pop a priority this offseason. They were inexplicably one of the teams that were seriously in on Kyle Schwarber in free agency before he returned to the Philadelphia Phillies, and against standard operating procedure, they managed to ink veteran slugger Ryan O’Hearn to a two-year, $29 million deal. The […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates continued shaping their bullpen picture Thursday, adding experience through a minor league contract while maintaining roster flexibility. Pittsburgh addressed bullpen depth by adding a veteran arm with recent major league success. The Pirates reached an agreement with right-handed reliever Chris Devenski on a minor league deal that includes an invitation to spring […]

Newly acquired second baseman Brandon Lowe is already making a splash in Pittsburgh, not just for his two-time All-Star resume but for his fun, easygoing take on his new home stadium at the Pittsburgh Pirates. Traded from the Tampa Bay Rays in a big three-team deal this offseason, Lowe has been talking about what excites […]

Just a few days after a big multi-team trade, the Pittsburgh Pirates have struck once again. After being linked to numerous free agent sluggers, such as Japanese star Kazuma Okamoto, the Pirates have found another slugger for their lineup. Per FanSided’s Robert Murray on X, formerly Twitter, Pittsburgh has inked All-Star first baseman Ryan O’Hearn […]