• News

  • Rumors

  • Schedule

  • Standings

  • Roster

  • Injuries

  • More

Follow Us

  • Share on X
Rum Bunter
  • News
  • Rumors
  • Schedule
  • Standings
  • Roster
  • Injuries
  • More

    • Prospects
    • Draft
    • About
    • FanSided MLB Sites
  • Share on X
FanSided

More Articles

Read More


Pirates outfielder Billy McKinney is still on the outside looking in

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired left-handed hitting Billy McKinney from the New York Yankees back in December of 2023. He has put together a really good spring training, but in terms of making the roster is most likely on the outside looking in.
Nicholas Caporoso|Mar 17, 2024

Diary of a long-suffering Pirates fan: About that Breakout Game. We just beat the #1 team. Where's the love?

It wasn't the world series. And nobody won a trophy. So, in the aftermath of the Pirates Prospects victory over the Baltimore Orioles prospects, there was not
Russell Hardiman|Mar 17, 2024

Diary of a long-suffering Pirates fan: Ummm, anyone else worried about the bullpen?

The Pittsburgh Pirates' bullpen is the strength of the team at present, with All-Star closer David Bednar and Aroldis Chapman, but Dauri Moreta is hurt and others are struggling.
Russell Hardiman|Mar 16, 2024

How Michael A. Taylor shakes up the Pirates' outfield alignment

How does the Pittsburgh Pirates' newest Major League free agent addition, Michael A. Taylor, shake up the team's outfield alignment?
Noah Wright|Mar 16, 2024

Pittsburgh Pirates sign pitcher Domingo German

The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed right-handed pitcher Domingo German, who pitched a perfect game in 2023 but has a history of domestic violence and alcohol abuse.
Ethan Fisher|Mar 18, 2024

Pittsburgh Pirates sign outfielder Michael A. Taylor

The Pittsburgh Pirates have signed center fielder and former Gold Glove award winner Michael A. Taylor to a one-year, $4 million deal.
Ethan Fisher|Mar 18, 2024

Pirates prospect Paul Skenes shines and makes an interesting comment

The Pittsburgh Pirates displayed their promising prospects in a recent Spring Breakout game, with Paul Skenes leading the charge with his standout performance. Skenes' comments post-game emphasized the depth of talent within the Pirates' farm system.
Nicholas Caporoso|Mar 15, 2024

Minor league signings that could make the Pirates' Opening Day roster

Which minor league signings currently in camp with the Pittsburgh Pirates could make the team's Opening Day roster?
Noah Wright|Mar 15, 2024

Diary of a long-suffering Pirates fan: If you want to go to the playoffs, score more runs. Just like spring.

Spring training team statistics can sometimes be predictive of future regular season results, and sometimes not so much.  Take 2023 for instance.  Last March, t
Russell Hardiman|Mar 14, 2024

Let go of April 2023 as the Pirates gear up for the 2024 season

The Pittsburgh Pirates were one of the best teams in all of Major League Baseball after the month of April in 2023. Things fell apart after April, but that should not impact expectations or feelings on how the 2024 season will go. It is a long season,.
Nicholas Caporoso|Mar 14, 2024

Watch Pirates vs. Orioles Spring Breakout game live on Rum Bunter

MLB Spring Breakout will allow fans of the Pittsburgh Pirates to see Paul Skenes, Termarr Johnson, and other top prospects take the field against the Baltimore Orioles. You can watch all the action live on Rum Bunter.
Drew Koch|Mar 11, 2024

Three high-ceiling/low-floor prospects in the Pirates’ system

Let's look at three of the Pittsburgh Pirates' high-ceiling/low-floor prospects in the farm system.
Noah Wright|Mar 14, 2024

Will Quinn Priester make the Pirates' Opening Day roster?

Quinn Priester struggled in his Major League debut in 2023. What does the young pitcher need to do to work his way onto the Pirates' Opening Day roster? Overall there seems to be some growth but will be enough to keep him from being demoted to Triple-A?
Abigail Miskowiec|Mar 14, 2024

Diary of a long-suffering Pirates fan: Yes, you can believe in those Spring Training stats - for 30 days anyway

My colleague Noah Wright wrote an excellent article yesterday on why one should take spring training stats with a grain of salt.  He points out that there may b
Russell Hardiman|Mar 13, 2024

Three Pirates international prospects to remember

The Pittsburgh Pirates have some underrated international talent to keep an eye on. The Pittsburgh Pirates haven’t had very much luck with international free agent signings
Noah Wright|Mar 13, 2024

Pittsburgh Pirates: Why Jared Jones Should Make Opening Day Rotation

Pittsburgh Pirates and Jared Jones
Kody Duncan|Mar 12, 2024

Pirates News - Spring Training Notebook: Falter impresses, Ashcraft sent down, and more

Bailey Falter impressed in his latest spring training start, the Pittsburgh Pirates make some roster cuts and more in today's spring training notebook.
Dylan Callaghan-Croley|Mar 12, 2024

Could the Pirates still add through free agency before the start of the 2024 season?

The NFL has started their free agency process this week. Meanwhile, in Major League Baseball there are several top free agents still available. Will the Pittsburgh Pirates consider any of these pitchers? Let's take a look at who is available still.
Nicholas Caporoso|Mar 12, 2024

Why you shouldn’t worry about Roansy Contreras’ spring performance

While Roansy Contreras hasn't done well in Spring Training, you shouldn't worry about his overall performance.
Noah Wright|Mar 11, 2024

Oneil Cruz hits two missiles in the Pirates loss to Phillies

The Pittsburgh Pirates took the loss at Bradenton against the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday despite posting 7 runs. Shortstop Oneil Cruz had a huge impact on the game, blasting 2 home runs in the first 2 innings of the game. Both bombs were hit 110 mph
Nicholas Caporoso|Mar 10, 2024
PreviousNext
Fansided
  • About
  • Openings
  • Swag
  • Contact
  • Our 300+ Sites
  • Mobile Apps
  • FanSided Daily
  • Pitch a Story
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookie Policy
  • Legal Disclaimer
  • Accessibility Statement
  • A-Z Index

© 2026 Minute Media - All Rights Reserved. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Minute Media or its affiliates and related brands. All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.