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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 […]

As the MLB offseason progresses, there have been a few surprising teams jumping into the fray. One such club is the Pittsburgh Pirates, who pulled off one of the biggest trades of the hot stove season this past Friday. Now, they could be looking to augment their lineup once again with an intriguing free agent […]

Many people consider two-time reigning American League Cy Young Tarik Skubal to be the best pitcher in MLB today, but the expectation is that Pittsburgh Pirates phenom Paul Skenes will soon occupy the throne. Some believe he already deserves the crown after posting a 1.96 ERA, 0.948 WHIP and 386 strikeouts through 320 2/3 innings. […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates added a proven bullpen arm this offseason, and the rationale behind the move is becoming clearer. As the Pirates reshape their relief pitching group and assess the bullpen outlook, newly signed left-hander Gregory Soto shared what attracted him to Pittsburgh. The Pirates signed Soto to add durability and experience to a bullpen […]

With the offseason in full swing, teams around the league are making moves to adjust their rosters for the 2026 campaign. On Friday, it appears that the Houston Astros, Tampa Bay Rays, and Pittsburgh Pirates have made a deal that involves second baseman Brandon Lowe. The Rays traded the 31-year-old two-time All-Star to the Pirates, […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are making an earnest attempt at improving, even being involved in the Kyle Schwarber free agency sweepstakes. But the fact Schwarber didn’t choose the Pirates is indicative of how the franchise is currently viewed. Pittsburgh is going to struggle to sign top flight free agents as they currently stand. Though it’s not […]

The Texas Rangers and Pittsburgh Pirates agreed to a trade on Wednesday. Texas acquired right-handed pitcher Carter Baumler in exchange for right-handed pitcher Jaiker Garcia and cash considerations. Baumler’s trade comes after getting selected by the Pirates in the Rule 5 Draft on Wednesday. Baumler was selected by the Orioles in the 2020 MLB Draft. […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have an opportunity to address one of their most glaring weaknesses at the winter meetings by pursuing Arizona’s elite second baseman, Ketel Marte. With the Diamondbacks signaling their willingness to engage in trade discussions, the Pirates can construct a compelling offer that balances both franchises’ needs without being lopsided. Pittsburgh’s surplus of […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates stayed aggressive at the Winter Meetings after Kyle Schwarber’s blockbuster reunion with the Philadelphia Phillies became one of the week’s defining moments. With that pursuit gone, the Pirates didn’t slow down. Their posture had already shifted earlier in the offseason when they traded Johan Oviedo for top-100 outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia, a […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are not known for being a major player in free agency. In fact, they are known for being a notorious cheapskate — a franchise that looks to save every penny they could. But they expressed interest in Kyle Schwarber and even gave him a huge offer that reports say reached $125 million […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are working hard this offseason to improve the club’s roster. Pittsburgh missed the Major League Baseball playoffs once again in 2025, and has a new pitching coach to help the team return to the postseason in 2026. New pitching coach Bill Murphy says reaching the postseason is absolutely the goal for his […]

Trade talks continue this offseason for several players in Major League Baseball, during the league’s winter meetings in Orlando, Florida. Another player getting discussed in trade talks is Houston Astros outfielder Jake Meyers. The Pittsburgh Pirates and Kansas City Royals are apparently talking to Houston about a possible deal, per The Athletic. Houston is in […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been busy this offseason putting out offers to free agents. Pittsburgh is on the hunt for some offense, to help out the pitching staff. It appears though Pittsburgh is going to swing and miss on yet another star free agent. The Pirates put together a $120 million offer to sign Kyle […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are not known for their spending in MLB free agency. But they have put in an offer to steal an MVP candidate from their cross-state rivals. The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reported Sunday that the Pirates have made a free agency offer to Kyle Schwarber as the Winter Meetings begin. “The Pittsburgh Pirates […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are trying to find a way to return to the postseason, after a decade-long drought. Pittsburgh has a valuable asset in starting pitcher Paul Skenes, but not enough run support to help him. One Major League Baseball columnist is urging the Bucs to trade with the Arizona Diamondbacks for infielder Ketel Marte. […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates couldn’t hide from how disastrous their season became, and that reality pushed them into MLB Free Agency with real urgency. The Jhostynxon Garcia trade signaled the first shift in strategy, a move that told fans the front office plans to stay active deep into the winter. The Pirates wants hitters who can […]

The offseason is underway as MLB teams are making adjustments to their rosters for next year. With free agency underway, it appears the Boston Red Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates have baseball fans buzzing after a trade they agreed upon. Reports indicate that the Red Sox are sending outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia and pitcher Jesus Travieso to […]

The Boston Red Sox are at it again. The Sox are building a roster worthy of competing for a World Series title in 2026. On Thursday, Boston acquired pitcher Johan Oviedo from the Pittsburgh Pirates. This comes after a massive Sonny Gray trade last week. “The Boston Red Sox are acquiring Johan Oviedo, Tyler Samaniego […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates have been heavily rumored to be big spenders in the MLB offseason. That is not something fans are used to. They have not signed a free agent to a multi-year deal since Ivan Nova before the 2017 season. But with an elite young pitching staff, they have to spend to get Paul […]