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Pirates overcomplicate Konnor Griffin's return for no obvious reason
If Konnor Griffin was this close to returning, why was Jack Brannigan called up in the first place?
Paul Skenes shuts down biggest worry about his fastball velocity dip
The concern around Paul Skenes’ fastball velocity this season was bound to surface eventually, but Skenes himself isn't worried.
Bryan Reynolds' June hot streak is no surprise to anyone paying attention
Bryan Reynolds has been one of the hottest hitters in baseball this June. His career numbers suggest that this is far from extraordinary.Rumors
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Pirates notching various milestones in series win over Mariners brings unexpected hope for 2026
The Pirates finished the first half above .500 for the first time through 81 games since 2015, the last time they reached the postseason.
Pirates fans just got proof that MLB’s All-Star voting system is a joke
Despite breakout seasons from players all over the roster, the Pittsburgh Pirates remain underrepresented in the latest All-Star voting update.
Pirates forced into bold prospect promotion after Spencer Horwitz hits injured list
The Pittsburgh Pirates placed first baseman Spencer Horwitz on the injured list Thursday morning. Jack Brannigan of Double-A Altoona will get the call-up, which is a risky decision.
Pirates could run into former pitcher soon after Twins-Nationals trade
Justin Lawrence’s strange season could bring him back across the Pittsburgh Pirates’ path almost immediately.
Braxton Ashcraft has quietly joined elite National League company for the Pirates
Braxton Ashcraft has emerged as one of the best young starting pitchers in the National League, joining Paul Skenes as foundational pieces atop the Pittsburgh Pirates' rotation.
Konnor Griffin injury controversy shines light on Pirates’ maddening weakness
The Pirates refused to rush Konnor Griffin back from injury, but their offense made people desperate enough to demand it.
Pirates are wasting bullpen progress because their biggest flaw won’t go away
With a lack of clutch hitting in winnable games, the Pirates keep finding ways to make the big moment look too big.
Pirates can hope Marcell Ozuna is turning a corner, but warning signs remain
Marcell Ozuna is back in the Pittsburgh Pirates’ lineup Tuesday against a right-handed starter, which is notable mostly because it has become such a rarity.
MLB's latest draft proposal would have robbed Pirates of Konnor Griffin
Under MLB’s latest proposal, high school players would no longer be eligible for the domestic draft.









