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An underlying issue is preventing this Pirates reliever from becoming elite

The Pittsburgh Pirates have a solid young reliever in Kyle Nicolas, but his control issue has prevented him from taking the next step into becoming an elite arm.
Baron Dionis|Jan 5, 2025

The forgotten Pirates infielder who deserves a spot in Cooperstown

This infielder is one of the best defenders at his position of all-time and was a solid hitter, but doesn't have a plaque in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Noah Wright|Jan 5, 2025

Pirates News: Alex Verdugo interest, Charlie Morton, Paul Skenes Cy Young odds

The Pittsburgh Pirates reportedly have real interest in Alex Verdugo. They also lost former right-hander Charlie Morton to the Baltimore Orioles. Paul Skenes is the favorite to win the National League Cy Young award.
Baron Dionis|Jan 5, 2025

Cardinals' current situation with Nolan Arenado could convince Pirates to continue frugal ways

As the Pittsburgh Pirates watch their NL Central rivals in St. Louis scramble to offload Nolan Arenado's contract, they will likely dig their heels in even further on their refusal to spend.
Emma Lingan|Jan 4, 2025

Pirates should target former top prospect trade after Dodgers' Hyeseong Kim signing

The Los Angeles Dodgers signed Hye-seong Kim, which overloads the middle infield for them. The Pittsburgh Pirates should try to acquire Gavin Lux, a former top prospect, as he may have gotten pushed out of a starting spot with the Dodgers.
Baron Dionis|Jan 4, 2025

Bleacher Report proposes Pirates trade with NL Central rival to solve first base issues

A proposed in-division trade between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Milwaukee Brewers would send power-hitting first baseman Rhys Hoskins to Pittsburgh.
Emma Lingan|Jan 4, 2025

3 Pirates players who shouldn’t be on the 40-man roster by spring training

The Pirates already have better options in the organization, let alone if they add more players. These three Pirates should be off the 40-man roster.
Noah Wright|Jan 4, 2025

Pirates could fill bullpen hole with this mock trade for rival southpaw

The Pittsburgh Pirates should offer this trade to their NL Central rival, the St. Louis Cardinals. They would get John King while giving up Braxton Ashcraft.
Baron Dionis|Jan 3, 2025

How rest of NL Central has out-paced Pirates and Ben Cherington this offseason

The Pittsburgh Pirates have done very little to address their roster needs this offseason, but (most of) their NL Central opponents have been busy.
Emma Lingan|Jan 3, 2025

If Pirates didn't re-sign Andrew McCutchen they'd be dead last in MLB in this category

The Pittsburgh Pirates have spent next to nothing in free agency this offseason, outside of re-signing Andrew McCutchen to the same contract he's had in each of the last two seasons.
Emma Lingan|Jan 3, 2025

What's left on Pirates' offseason wishlist before spring training?

The Pittsburgh Pirates still have a lot to accomplish before Spring Training. They must address right field and their lack of left handed pitching on the roster.
Baron Dionis|Jan 3, 2025

MLB.com connects World Series winning free agent relief pitcher to Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates need bullpen help, and former Texas Rangers right-hander Jose Leclerc could be a realistic target in free agency.
Emma Lingan|Jan 3, 2025

Pirates' Paul Skenes goes viral during offseason bullpen session in California

Paul Skenes' bullpen catcher posted a video from his point of view during a session with the Pittsburgh Pirates' 22-year-old phenom.
Emma Lingan|Jan 2, 2025

Korean star could be an interesting target for the Pirates as signing deadline nears

The Pittsburgh Pirates should target South Korean middle infielder, Hye-Seong Kim as his deadline approaches.
Baron Dionis|Jan 2, 2025

Pirates might have dodged a long-term disaster by dealing Luis Ortiz

The Pittsburgh Pirates dealt Luis Ortiz to the Cleveland Guardians in a trade for Spencer Horwitz, which came at a surprise after Ortiz had an outstanding year. Although it was excellent, there is a strong chance that the Ortiz declines in 2025.
Baron Dionis|Jan 2, 2025

MLB insider labels Pirates as fit for 2024 Yankees outfielder

MLB Insider Robert Murray labeled former New York Yankees outfielder, Alex Verdugo as a fit for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Baron Dionis|Jan 2, 2025

Why Spencer Horwitz may have been the best first base choice for the Pirates

Spencer Horwitz makes a better fit for the Pirates than either Josh Naylor or Nathaniel Lowe.
Noah Wright|Jan 1, 2025

Did the Pirates choose wisely between their three outfield options last spring?

Last spring training, the Pittsburgh Pirates showed interest in three veteran outfielders, but settled on Michael A. Taylor. Did they choose correctly?
Baron Dionis|Jan 1, 2025

2 former first-rounders the Pirates could trade for to create Spencer Horwitz platoon

If the Pirates choose to platoon Spoencer Horwitz at first base, these two potential low-cost trade options would make great partners.
Noah Wright|Jan 1, 2025

Nick Yorke’s metrics could make him an impact player for the 2025 Pirates

Nick Yorke does a lot of things right in the batter's box.
Noah Wright|Dec 31, 2024
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