https://rumbunter.comhttps://rumbunter.com/a-brandon-lowe-silver-slugger-would-make-pirates-biggest-2027-decision-painfully-obvious-01m28m0rjstv?utm_source=RSSTremayne Person01m28m0rjstvA Silver Slugger would strengthen Brandon Lowe’s case, but the Pirates already have enough evidence to make him their top offseason priority.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:53:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/brewers-nl-central-clinch-pnc-park-takeover-expose-how-far-pirates-still-have-to-climb-01m2nae97qd2?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2nae97qd2For the Pirates, Milwaukee clinching the NL Central was a rather uncomfortable look at what they are still trying to become.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:27:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/tony-beasley-s-worst-pirates-moment-shouldn-t-erase-what-makes-him-effective-01m2n8at77jk?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2n8at77jkTony Beasley made exactly the kind of mistake that can overshadow months of otherwise solid work from the Pirates third base coach. But it shouldn't.Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:33:49 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/espn-blaming-paul-skenes-for-pirates-playoff-failure-is-wildly-unfair-01m2ktkfa8ag?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2ktkfa8agESPN named Paul Skenes Pittsburgh's biggest disappointment of the season, pointing to the Pirates' 13-17 record in his 30 starts. Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:53:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-late-season-surge-could-save-ben-cherington-but-it-should-also-raise-expectations-for-him-01m2jswbj2xs?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2jswbj2xsIf the Pirates believe this September surge is evidence that they're finally close, then they need to act like it this winter.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:27:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-reliever-kirby-yates-makes-heartbreaking-admission-about-his-baseball-future-01m2gntw7rqy?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m2gntw7rqyKirby Yates, on the injured list for the fifth time in the past two years, appears ready to ride off into the sunset regardless of what fate befalls the Pirates.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 20:07:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/clint-hurdle-just-opened-door-to-pirates-reunion-that-could-be-perfect-for-don-kelly-01m2grk5hkaw?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2grk5hkawIf the Pirates truly believe Don Kelly is their manager for 2027, they should be investing in making him a better one rather than simply hoping experience fixes everything.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:50:46 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-silver-slugger-race-exposes-just-how-badly-injuries-wrecked-their-second-half-lineup-01m2606bycb1?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m2606bycb1The Pittsburgh Pirates might break their Silver Slugger drought with Brandon Lowe's performance, but he'd have a lot more company if it weren't for injuries.Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:58:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-bullpen-game-plan-exposes-a-bigger-problem-than-their-fading-playoff-hopes-01m2ggkqg2x1?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2ggkqg2x1A September that was supposed to determine whether the Pirates were ready for October has instead exposed another hole they need to address before they can seriously expect to get there.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:07:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-injury-update-esmerlyn-valdez-done-for-season-kirby-yates-return-braxton-ashcraft-01m2g7mvd87v?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2g7mvd87vEsmerlyn Valdez’s breakout rookie season has officially come to an early end, but Kirby Yates appears to be closing in on a return to the Pirates’ bullpen before the end of the season.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 20:16:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-nl-wild-card-hopes-are-hanging-by-a-thread-after-cubs-series-01m2g6a7p8h3?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2g6a7p8h3The Pirates escaped Wrigley Field without being swept, but the series loss to the Cubs may ultimately prove to be the moment their already-faint postseason hopes slipped beyond reach.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:11:57 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/3-pirates-playing-their-way-out-of-the-team-s-2027-plans-01m2c0x7mg7n?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2c0x7mg7nThe Pirates still have games left to play in 2026, but September is already providing some clarity about what their 2027 roster should — and shouldn't — look like.Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:07:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oneil-cruz-is-quietly-showing-what-a-full-season-silver-slugger-campaign-could-look-like-in-2027-01m256wf248b?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m256wf248bInjuries will keep Oneil Cruz from winning the Silver Slugger in 2026, but he's finally showing the kind of performance that the Pittsburgh Pirates had been hoping for.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 22:54:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-finally-got-their-dream-september-script-then-completely-butchered-the-ending-01m2bz05q75n?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2bz05q75nIf Pittsburgh’s playoff hopes ultimately die over these final two weeks, Saturday's loss to the Cubs may haunt them most.Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:03:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/esmerlyn-valdez-injury-highlights-jake-mangum-s-quietly-crucial-role-for-pirates-01m2bxmay9zq?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2bxmay9zqWith Esmerlyn Valdez hitting the 10-day IL, the Pirates will turn to Jake Mangum as their primary right fielder.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 23:17:11 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-fans-may-hate-how-well-spencer-jones-has-aged-since-paul-skenes-chatter-01m23hb1t28w?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m23hb1t28wPaul Skenes and Spencer Jones are moving in opposite directions, making last season's Pittsburgh Pirates-New York Yankees trade rumors seem more logical.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:12:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-biggest-offseason-need-might-depend-entirely-on-ryan-o-hearn-s-final-two-weeks-01m29ghcfpwy?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m29ghcfpwyThe Pirates already know they need to add offense this winter, and Ryan O’Hearn's final two weeks could determine just how aggressively they need to do it.Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:58:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-ryan-o-hearn-return-immediately-overshadowed-by-brutal-esmerlyn-valdez-injury-01m29b8f4hzz?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m29b8f4hzzThe Pirates finally got Ryan O’Hearn back Friday, but they may have another potentially serious injury to worry about.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 23:20:01 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/don-kelly-loses-it-on-umpires-after-replay-review-kills-pirates-playoff-momentum-vs-cubs-01m28yaf7w2w?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m28yaf7w2wMLB's replay system still found a way to suck the life out of the Pirates' strong start against the Cubs on Friday.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 19:34:25 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-had-one-of-baseball-s-best-hidden-advantages-and-still-blew-it-01m24any4nw3?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m24any4nw3The Pirates were one of baseball's best teams in one-run games this year, yet their second-half collapse has pushed them out of the playoff picture. Can they hold onto this good fortune in future seasons?Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:03:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/dennis-santana-is-twisting-the-knife-in-pirates-desperate-playoff-chase-01m2659zjt7a?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2659zjt7aThere might not be a more maddening subplot to the Pirates’ 2026 season than Dennis Santana suddenly becoming unhittable for the team they are desperately trying to catch in the Wild Card standings.Fri, 11 Sep 2026 11:05:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-braxton-ashcraft-workload-gamble-just-blew-up-at-the-worst-possible-time-01m26ny0vb82?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m26ny0vb82The Pirates placed Braxton Ashcraft on the 15-day injured list Thursday with right arm discomfort, retroactive to Sept. 7.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:23:47 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-suddenly-have-playoff-pulse-nobody-saw-coming-after-nl-wild-card-standings-shakeup-01m2659ztk65?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2659ztk65The Pirates have officially made September interesting after winning five consecutive series.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 20:51:54 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-prospect-update-edward-florentino-milestone-axiel-plaz-honors-wyatt-sanford-01m2363a0vbp?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2363a0vbpEdward Florentino continues to cement himself as one of the most exciting young hitters in the Pirates’ farm system.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:04:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/3-positions-the-pirates-absolutely-cannot-leave-unresolved-this-winter-01m23j351w8s?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m23j351w8sThe Pirates have can't spend another offseason convincing themselves that uncertainty can double as depth.Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/mason-montgomery-s-absurd-pirates-scoreless-streak-deserves-far-more-attention-01m219bxv5fc?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m219bxv5fcMason Montgomery's sizzling scoreless streak has solidified his role as the Pittsburgh Pirates' closer and bodes well for the unit's future.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 22:30:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/bubba-chandler-just-joined-elite-company-with-his-most-dangerous-weapon-01m23rhj9z3b?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m23rhj9z3bBubba Chandler generated a staggering 16 whiffs with his four-seam fastball against the White Sox, putting him in exceptionally rare company.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:53:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-news-bullpen-game-starter-revealed-ryan-o-hearn-begins-rehab-assignment-isaac-mattson-01m233k8vwxh?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m233k8vwxhThe Pirates will turn to their bullpen to get through Wednesday’s matchup against the White Sox, with right-hander Lake Bachar getting the start.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:27:35 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-latest-scoreless-start-came-with-one-massive-red-flag-01m20v5hc3dc?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m20v5hc3dcPaul Skenes' final line against the Angels looked great, but the underlying numbers create a striking contradiction.Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:01:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/jacob-gonzalez-s-white-sox-reunion-puts-pirates-trade-under-harsh-spotlight-01m20w4egjvf?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m20w4egjvfJacob Gonzalez initially filled a temporary Pirates need created by Konnor Griffin's injury, but now he needs to prove he can be something more.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 22:58:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/henry-davis-latest-swing-fix-deserves-more-skepticism-than-optimism-01m2156zakk4?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m2156zakk4Henry Davis finally gave the Pirates what they needed Sunday against the Angels. But that doesn’t mean they should assume he has finally figured anything out.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/nl-wild-card-standings-exposing-brutal-truth-about-pirates-playoff-chase-amid-hot-streak-01m20pen1n0y?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m20pen1n0yThe Pirates are finally playing good baseball, but September has exposed the uncomfortable reality that simply playing well is no longer enough.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:42:06 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-latest-nick-gonzales-move-may-reveal-their-long-term-plan-01m1w60t67gd?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m1w60t67gdOver the past few weeks, you've likely noticed something a little different about the Pittsburgh Pirates' starting lineup: Nick Gonzales hasn't been in the fielTue, 08 Sep 2026 10:58:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-injury-update-ryan-o-hearn-rehab-assignment-kirby-yates-il-timeline-01m1z0v3ermw?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1z0v3ermwThe Pirates could be getting two important veterans back in time for their desperate September playoff push.Tue, 08 Sep 2026 00:00:57 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/brandon-lowe-is-battling-pirates-division-rival-for-2026-silver-slugger-as-race-comes-down-to-wire-01m1ezcx2px0?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1ezcx2px0With September underway, Brandon Lowe has emerged as one of the strongest candidates for the National League Silver Slugger Award at second baseMon, 07 Sep 2026 14:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-can-give-don-kelly-exactly-what-he-needs-with-one-offseason-move-01m1aqx1tzgm?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01m1aqx1tzgmDon Kelly needs help to get the Pirates over the hump in 2027. The best option is a veteran presence on the bench.Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:03:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/last-year-s-reds-offer-pirates-a-blueprint-for-improbable-september-playoff-push-01m1wefs1n4n?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1wefs1n4nCincinnati was six games out of the playoffs as late as Sept. 5 last year, so Pittsburgh’s current position is difficult but hardly unprecedented.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 23:30:49 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oneil-cruz-s-key-pirates-development-comes-with-a-terrifying-downside-01m1nta3hega?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m1nta3hegaOneil Cruz has made massive strides against left-handed pitching this year, but there's one caveat that the Pittsburgh Pirates should fear.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:57:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-lockout-fears-may-hand-ben-cherington-lifeline-fans-will-hate-01m1mntdvvgy?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1mntdvvgyFanSided MLB insider Robert Murray said this week he is leaning toward Ben Cherington remaining in Pittsburgh beyond this season.Sun, 06 Sep 2026 11:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/luke-weaver-just-revealed-unbelievable-reason-for-struggles-since-pirates-trade-01m1q6strtmv?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1q6strtmvLuke Weaver's has spent roughly the past month dealing with an extreme case of poison ivy as he tries to acclimate to his new role in the Pirates bullpen.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:16:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/braxton-ashcraft-s-latest-milestone-shows-how-dramatically-his-pirates-role-has-changed-01m1f7y347jf?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m1f7y347jfBraxton Ashcraft's 14th win of the season announces his status as a cornerstone piece in the Pittsburgh Pirates' rotation is cemented.Sat, 05 Sep 2026 11:07:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/nl-wild-card-standings-heading-into-pirates-angels-series-provide-real-hope-but-one-obstacle-01m1q0emwdeg?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1q0emwdegThis weekend might offer the Pirates their best chance yet to make things interesting again in the NL Wild Card race.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 21:28:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-dfa-trade-acquisition-from-yankees-to-activate-konnor-griffin-01m1py57pqzk?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1py57pqzkThe Pittsburgh Pirates finally have Konnor Griffin back, and one of their recent depth acquisitions is already paying the price.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 20:02:31 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-land-former-twins-outfielder-who-chose-hometown-over-other-offers-01m1p7pbkdtp?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1p7pbkdtpThe Pirates are signing outfielder Kyler Fedko to a minor league deal, taking a low-risk chance on a player whose stock had been trending upward before a brutal knee injury ended his season.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:29:18 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/konnor-griffin-s-return-highlights-just-how-badly-pirates-failed-to-survive-without-him-01m1mtkfsxk4?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1mtkfsxk4Konnor Griffin's return might be too late to change the Pirates' playoff fortunes, but It isn’t too late to learn something important about what comes next.Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:48:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/carmen-mlodzinski-s-latest-workload-reveal-raises-more-pirates-questions-01m1mhf32323?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1mhf32323At some point, Carmen Mlodzinski and the Pirates have to pick a lane when it comes to his role on the pitching staff.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 22:18:36 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/brutal-kirby-yates-injury-opens-valuable-september-opportunity-for-pirates-rookie-01m1mbwz3kem?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1mbwz3kemIf there's a silver lining to Kirby Yates being placed on the IL, it's that the Pirates now can find out exactly what they have in Khristian Curtis.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:37:06 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-need-this-strange-bryan-reynolds-trend-to-end-to-salvage-any-2026-playoff-hopes-01m1ja2jn89q?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m1ja2jn89qBryan Reynolds' surprising struggles in this key environment are emblematic of a larger problem that threatens the Pittsburgh Pirates' playoff hopes.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 14:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-may-finally-have-to-reward-their-forgotten-top-draft-pick-01m1aer00vhb?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m1aer00vhbFormer Pittsburgh Pirates top draft pick Lonnie White Jr. is finally showing out after years of disappointment, setting the scene for a key offseason decision.Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:04:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oscar-marin-s-growing-reds-role-adds-insult-to-pirates-pitching-regression-01m1cgan0v5b?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1cgan0v5bThe Pirates' new pitching coach is under intense scrutiny while the old one is thriving with their division rivals.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 22:12:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-news-ryan-o-hearn-in-pittsburgh-catching-depth-added-konnor-griffin-01m1he8gy3gs?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1he8gy3gsRyan O’Hearn may not be ready to return to the Pittsburgh Pirates’ lineup just yet, but his presence is already back in the clubhouse.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 20:20:15 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-loses-command-again-just-as-pirates-had-reason-for-hope-01m1hj3j2qzz?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1hj3j2qzzPaul Skenes appeared to be making progress, but Tuesday reinforced how fragile that progress remains.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 17:47:12 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-make-one-thing-clear-with-wild-win-that-should-have-been-a-loss-01m1h9yay3qq?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1h9yay3qqThere are plenty of reasons to doubt the Pirates’ chances of completing a September miracle. But Tuesday night showed there’s at least one reason not to bury them yet.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 15:25:27 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/5-pirates-with-the-most-to-gain-during-the-final-month-of-the-2026-season-01m1csn57cnt?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1csn57cntThese Pirates players have an opportunity to dramatically improve their standing before Pittsburgh reaches a critical offseason.Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:47:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-september-schedule-gives-them-one-last-gasp-in-nl-wild-card-chase-01m1f3qz2k5s?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01m1f3qz2k5sThe Pirates are down, but not out, when it comes to the NL Wild Card. A weak schedule and homefield advantage could change everything for Pittsburgh.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 22:09:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-september-call-ups-might-not-inspire-confidence-but-here-s-why-they-should-01m1f21fndv3?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1f21fndv3Major League rosters expand by two players in September, and the Pirates is using those spots on veterans Brandon Eisert and Christian Bethancourt.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:31:44 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/ketel-marte-controversy-shows-why-pirates-had-to-draw-a-line-with-carmen-mlodzinski-01m1eh6n0ntx?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1eh6n0ntxKetel Marte’s ongoing drama with the Diamondbacks is far messier than anything the Pirates experienced with Carmen Mlodzinski, but that doesn’t mean the latter suddenly deserves a pass.Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:50:09 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-could-gain-a-major-september-advantage-as-cardinals-lose-jj-wetherholt-01m1c9nrvhz1?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1c9nrvhz1While St. Louis is losing JJ Wetherholt as September begins, Pittsburgh should soon be getting Konnor Griffin back for the stretch run. Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:56:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-jared-jones-rotation-shuffle-creates-intriguing-opening-for-september-audition-01m1c716x1en?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1c716x1enWith Jared Jones now scheduled to start Friday against the Angels, Pittsburgh suddenly has an opening Thursday against the Giants. Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:01:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/red-sox-replay-controversy-against-yankees-should-look-painfully-familiar-to-pirates-fans-01m1c4ptbegs?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1c4ptbegsPittsburgh Pirates fans watching the replay controversy that helped send Sunday’s Boston Red Sox-New York Yankees game off the rails might have experienced a little déjà vu.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:25:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/konnor-griffin-s-first-rehab-game-starts-the-clock-on-an-important-pirates-decision-01m1c2bedc89?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1c2bedc89After Konnor Griffin's first minor-league rehab game, the Pirates appear to be testing whether he can be ready when he becomes eligible to return Friday.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:48:23 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/brandon-lowe-s-breakout-is-making-his-pirates-fate-painfully-obvious-01m1a159wrw3?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m1a159wrw3Brandon Lowe is having one of the finest seasons of his career at the plate and in the field, which in turn could make him impossible for the Pirates to re-sign during the offseason.Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:54:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/endy-rodriguez-s-pirates-future-suddenly-looks-painfully-uncertain-01m17rrf4575?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m17rrf4575The Pittsburgh Pirates have long loved Endy Rodriguez, but the severity of his latest injury as thrown serious doubt on his future.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 21:03:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-three-error-nightmare-exposes-a-season-long-flaw-they-can-t-keep-dismissing-01m1861hp7gz?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1861hp7gzIf the Pirates intend to operate like contenders, cleaning up their defense has to become a priority.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:06:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/mlb-s-proposed-roster-overhaul-could-take-away-one-of-the-pirates-favorite-roster-building-crutches-01m154e5tg4y?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m154e5tg4yThe Pirates have spent years emphasizing roster flexibility, but Major League Baseball’s latest collective bargaining proposal would make that style of roster construction considerably harder.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/3-pirates-prospects-who-absolutely-should-not-be-september-call-ups-01m156z0429k?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m156z0429kAs MLB rosters expand from 26 to 28 players in September, the Pirates should call up prospects who can realistically help them win games.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:09:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/nl-wild-card-standings-pirates-facing-final-chance-to-climb-back-into-race-despite-slim-odds-01m12p5wk1sn?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m12p5wk1snThe Pirates are barely clinging onto life in the NL Wild Card race, but a favorable schedule down the stretch could prove to be the lifeline they need.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:07:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-may-have-solved-camilo-doval-mystery-that-yankees-couldn-t-crack-01m12efnrvdn?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m12efnrvdnCamilo Doval looks like a new pitcher as the Pittsburgh Pirates seem to have figured out a fix that eluded the New York Yankees.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:47:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-can-make-sure-the-cardinals-playoff-hopes-die-with-theirs-this-weekend-01m12p3fndzc?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m12p3fndzcThe Pirates have an opportunity this weekend to make life considerably more miserable for one of their oldest division rivals.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:21:03 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-have-2-obvious-september-promotions-to-make-while-waiting-for-konnor-griffin-01m12hdt0se3?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m12hdt0se3The Pirates will have two additional roster spots to work with beginning Sept. 1, with Konnor Griffin eligible to come off the IL soon after.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-can-no-longer-make-excuses-for-their-offense-falling-off-a-cliff-01m12abgc8sa?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m12abgc8saThe Pirates offense that spent much of the first half looking like one of baseball’s biggest surprises has become almost unrecognizable.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:01:28 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-must-resist-eugenio-suarez-temptation-after-reds-put-veteran-slugger-on-waivers-01m12340pzdw?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m12340pzdwThe Pirates were one of the finalists for Eugenio Suárez in free agency, but that doesn't mean he makes sense for them now.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:54:01 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/nick-gonzales-could-crash-2026-silver-slugger-race-in-a-surprising-spot-01m0zg99wwfw?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0zg99wwfwWith a little more than a month remaining in the 2026 season, Nick Gonzales has quietly put himself in position to crash the NL Silver Slugger race — just perhaps not at the position you'd expect.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:11:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oneil-cruz-s-lost-2026-season-could-haunt-the-pirates-for-years-01m0znfdpnw2?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0znfdpnw2Oneil Cruz's injury-plagued 2026 season might go down as one of the biggest what-ifs in Pirates history.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:57:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/heartbreaking-endy-rodriguez-injury-update-puts-more-than-just-his-pirates-season-at-risk-01m0zzpb58qq?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0zzpb58qqEndy Rodriguez's breakout made it easy to imagine him becoming the Pirates’ long-term catcher, but his latest surgery is a brutal reminder of why they can't afford to count on it.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:46:32 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-suddenly-look-brilliant-for-passing-on-mason-miller-01m0zc4de47e?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0zc4de47eOn Tuesday, the superstar closer the Pirates didn't acquire gave up the decisive home run, while the closer they already had finished the game.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:35:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-just-made-his-months-of-frustrating-changes-look-pointless-01m0z6fk3g3g?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0z6fk3g3gPaul Skenes' Tuesday start gave us reason to wonder whether the constant pursuit of an answer to his season-long struggles only compounded the problem.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:47:40 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-prospect-update-jhostynxon-garcia-injury-edward-florentino-milestone-tony-blanco-jr-01m0wz0xm3x7?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0wz0xm3x7A pair of hitting prospects continue to add to what has become a breakout power season in the Pirates' farm system.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:54:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/murf-gray-s-rapid-rise-could-tempt-pirates-into-a-costly-mistake-01m0nx4q2pdp?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01m0nx4q2pdpMurf Gray seems destined to be the Pirates' third baseman of the future, but rushing him to the Majors could hurt his development and cost Pittsburgh.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:09:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-august-collapse-shouldn-t-be-pinned-on-the-rookie-who-delayed-it-01m0wke8f1x1?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0wke8f1x1Esmerlyn Valdez helped delay the Pirates' collapse. Their inability to support him helped make it unavoidable.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:18:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/braxton-ashcraft-robbed-of-pirates-gem-by-baseball-s-dumbest-rule-01m0whaeqpsf?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0whaeqpsfBraxton Ashcraft did almost everything necessary to escape the sixth inning without allowing a run Monday. The one thing he missed had nothing to do with executing a pitch.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:50:12 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/top-pirates-prospect-is-ready-to-take-the-job-carmen-mlodzinski-fumbled-01m0tdad3eyv?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0tdad3eyvThe Pirates have spent the better part of August trying to make Carmen Mlodzinski work as their fifth starter, but they have a better option staring them in the face.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/ben-cherington-hits-pirates-milestone-nobody-wanted-and-then-made-it-worse-01m0tdad4h7y?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0tdad4h7yThe Pirates have seven years of evidence that the Ben Cherington era has been a failure, and no hypothetical winning streak over the next five weeks should erase it.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:51:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/don-kelly-s-most-frustrating-habit-keeps-coming-back-to-hurt-pirates-01m0t6h9cdmb?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0t6h9cdmbDon Kelly’s tendency to over-manage games has been frustrating all season, but the Pirates' weekend series against the Dodgers might have been the most concentrated example yet.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:43:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-injury-update-konnor-griffin-nearing-return-ryan-o-hearn-timeline-revealed-endy-rodriguez-01m0t3gwb0g6?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0t3gwb0g6The Pittsburgh Pirates appear to be getting closer to welcoming Konnor Griffin and Ryan O'Hearn back to the lineup.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:33:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/astros-just-sent-message-to-pirates-about-ben-cherington-with-aggressive-front-office-decision-01m0t0j294e8?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0t0j294e8The Houston Astros just demonstrated what organizational accountability looks like, and the Pittsburgh Pirates should be paying attention.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:16:23 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/former-mlb-all-star-spots-concerning-change-in-paul-skenes-mechanics-with-pirates-01m0nrs4e04n?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m0nrs4e04nAs the Pittsburgh Pirates search for answers to Paul Skenes' struggles, Dan Plesac identifies the mechanical issue that could be at the root of his struggles.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:55:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oneil-cruz-s-powerful-return-could-amplify-pirates-playoff-hopes-a-few-notches-01m0gmr56epg?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m0gmr56epgWith the Pirates desperately clinging to hope in the NL Wild Card race, the return of Oneil Cruz could finally start swinging momentum in their favor.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:11:50 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-can-fix-nick-gonzales-problem-without-sacrificing-his-bat-01m0mhe95hfg?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m0mhe95hfgThe Pittsburgh Pirates are finding that Nick Gonzales is a liability in the field, but his bat is too valuable to be removed from the lineup.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 11:03:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/henry-davis-has-solved-one-pirates-problem-but-can-t-escape-another-01m0gbvf5qxp?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m0gbvf5qxpHenry Davis's glove has been really good for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but it's not enough to overcome his offensive shortcomings.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 21:01:00 +0000en