Pittsburgh Pirates: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Charles McAdoo News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 14 minutes ago

Pirates Prospect Watch: Charles McAdoo Continues Hot Streak

Pirates’ minor league affiliates couldn’t pull off any wins on Saturday night, with each of the three teams that played losing tough one score decisions.

MLB News / Field Level Media / 5 hours ago

Pair of homers lift Pirates over Giants in 10

Bryan Reynolds hit a two-run home run and Ke'Bryan Hayes followed with a solo shot in the top of the 10th inning Saturday night, delivering the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates a 4-3 victory over the San Francisco Giants.

MLB News / Action Network / 38 minutes ago

Pirates vs. Giants odds, pick, predictions for 4/28: Target this F5 moneyline

Action Network's Sean Paul shares his Pirates vs. Giants pick, including MLB odds and predictions for the series finale at Oracle Park on Sunday, April 28.

MLB Opening Pitch: Expert picks, odds, preview, predictions for 4/28

Pair of homers lift Pirates over Giants in 10

The 'MLB-first, all-minority lineup' quiz

MLB News / The Forkball / 7 hours ago

Giants Hope to Repeat Strong Pitching Against Pirates

A flourishing bullpen and its struggling counterpart prepare for another potential duel Saturday night when the San Francisco Giants go for two in a row over the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / 12 hours ago

Giants vs. Pirates Probable Starting Pitchers – April 27

The Pittsburgh Pirates (13-14) bring a three-game losing streak into a road matchup against the San Francisco Giants (13-14) at 9:05 PM ET on Saturday.

Nick Gonzales News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 8 hours ago

Could Nick Gonzales Spark Pirates’ Offense?

Nick Gonzales did nothing last season to show he belonged in the major leagues. The middle infielder made his debut on June 23 and appeared in 35 games for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 9 hours ago

Pirates Prospect Watch: Reed, Hilson Star For Marauders

Pirates’ minor league affiliates played in three games on Friday night, picking up two wins despite anemic offense across the board. Triple-A Indianapolis saw their game postponed due to inclement weather: they’ll make it up as part of a doubleheader on Sunday.

Quinn Priester News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 10 hours ago

Quinn Priester’s Best Start Goes for Naught as Giants Beat Pirates 3-0

Rookie Quinn Priester pitched six shutout innings in the best start of his young career but it wasn’t enough to keep the Pittsburgh Pirates from being walked off by Giants 3-0 on Friday night at Oracle Park in San Francisco.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 10 hours ago

Pirates Recall Kyle Nicolas, Option Ryder Ryan

The Pittsburgh Pirates have recalled right-handed reliever Kyle Nicolas from Triple-A Indianapolis. He takes the roster spot of fellow right-hander Ryder Ryan, who was optioned following Thursday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers.

Rowdy Tellez News / Bucs Dugout / April 26

Change needed at first base with Rowdy Tellez remaining in Pirates lineup

Tellez is batting .183 this season with a .500 OPS. Let’s get rowdy, Tellez? More like let’s get grouchy, Tellez. Maybe that’s too harsh, but things aren’t going well for the Pittsburgh Pirates’ first baseman.

Oneil Cruz News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 6 hours ago

How Martín Pérez Has Helped Oneil Cruz Break Slump

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed Martín Pérez this winter for several reasons. First and foremost, the Pirates needed some stability in the starting rotation after ending last season with only two full-time pitchers.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / April 26

Giants vs. Pirates Probable Starting Pitchers – April 26

The Pittsburgh Pirates (13-13) kick off a three-game series on Friday against the San Francisco Giants (12-14). The matchup begins at 10:15 PM ET at Oracle Park.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / 3 hours ago

Former No. 1 Draft Pick’s Hot Start Continues for Pirates

Critics who wondered why the Pittsburgh Pirates traded for Joey Bart have been silenced by his hot start. Bart was the No. 1 draft choice (second overall) by the San Francisco Giants in the 2018 June Amateur Draft.

Joey Bart News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / 2 hours ago

Maybe Joey Bart Isn’t a Bust After All

Coming to the Pittsburgh Pirates has seemingly resurrected Joey Bart’s career. The 27-year-old catcher is hitting .304/.429/.739 with three home runs in seven games since the Pirates acquired him from San Francisco in a trade on April 2 after being designated for assignment by the Giants.

Joey Bart News / Field Level Media / 1 hour ago

Resurgent Joey Bart looks to lead Pirates vs. Giants

Two teams dealing with the disappointments of veteran pitchers will turn to youngsters when the Pittsburgh Pirates and host San Francisco Giants open a three-game series on Friday.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / 9 hours ago

Pirates Former No. 1 Draft Pick Needs Time in the Minors

As Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Henry Davis continues to underperform, it’s time to consider a demotion to Triple-A. Davis, the No. 1 overall pick in the MLB June Amateur Draft in 2021, was expected to contribute offensively, especially in the power department, while doing a reasonable job defensively.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / 9 minutes ago

Watch: Pirates prospect Paul Skenes' remarkable streak ends

Many fans wonder how long it will take before the Pirates call up the generational prospect.

Pirates GM Ben Cherington talks Skenes' development

Pirates rookie joins select group of pitchers

Jared Jones broke batter’s ankles with filthy pitch

The 25 best MLB players age 25 or under

The 'National League MVPs' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / 2 hours ago

Pirates Rookie Joins Select Group of Pitchers

On Monday, Pittsburgh Pirates rookie pitcher Jared Jones joined a select group, striking out seven Milwaukee Brewers at PNC Park. That made him the fourth pitcher to strike out seven batters in each of his first five career games since 1893.

MLB News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Watch: Brewers pitcher had brutal first career pitch in Majors

Brewers pitcher Tobias Myers made his Major League debut on Tuesday night and he found out very quickly that pitching in the big league is very different from the minor leagues.

Brewers place left-hander on injured list with elbow inflammation

Which pitchers have the most career strikeouts for every MLB franchise?

The 'National League MVPs' quiz

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Larry Brown Sports / 41 minutes ago