As the Kansas City Royals explore trade options ahead of the upcoming deadline, one name reportedly drawing their interest is Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds. While Kansas City might move some of its own players, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that Reynolds is someone the Royals are keeping an eye on. Rosenthal highlighted the … Read more
Maybe Paul Skenes’ secret weapon isn’t just his fastball — it could be his green thumb. Before the Pittsburgh Pirates faced the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday, July 1, Skenes was seen checking out the work of the PNC Park grounds crew, according to a photo shared on X. Noah Hiles of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette … Read more
The Pittsburgh Pirates received promising news regarding one of their potential starting pitchers, as right-hander Johan Oviedo began a rehab assignment. Oviedo, who has been sidelined for 18 months following Tommy John surgery and a lat strain, made a significant step by pitching in a Florida Complex League game—something Pirates senior director of sports medicine … Read more
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have added a promising young outfielder to their farm system through a recent trade. The team announced it has acquired minor league outfielder Titus Dumitru and cash considerations from the Atlanta Braves, in exchange for right-handed reliever Hunter Stratton. We have acquired minor league OF Titus Dumitru and cash considerations … Read more
The Atlanta Braves bolstered their right-handed pitching depth on Tuesday by acquiring reliever Hunter Stratton from the Pittsburgh Pirates. In return, they sent outfield prospect Titus Dumitru and cash considerations to Pittsburgh. Stratton has been assigned to Triple-A Gwinnett. To make room on the 40-man roster, the Braves placed left-hander Chris Sale on the 60-day … Read more
The Chicago Cubs are actively monitoring the starting pitching market and appear to be narrowing their focus as the trade deadline approaches. According to MLB insider Bob Nightengale, the Cubs are showing strong interest in Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Mitch Keller. Nightengale reports that “the Pittsburgh Pirates have been engaged in serious trade talks for more … Read more
Over the past few weeks, Oneil Cruz has hit a rough patch and become one of the coldest hitters in the league. Not long ago, he looked like a potential All-Star, but his current slump has grown so severe that even his effort has come into question. As a result, MLB insiders who once considered … Read more
PITTSBURGH — Dave Parker, the powerful outfielder known as “The Cobra” who was set to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame next month, has passed away at age 74, the Pittsburgh Pirates announced Saturday. Details surrounding his death have not yet been disclosed. The Pirates informed fans of the news just prior to … Read more
The Pittsburgh Pirates entered this season with high expectations after a promising 2024 campaign that saw Paul Skenes burst onto the scene as one of MLB’s most dominant and popular pitchers. But while Skenes has continued to shine, the team as a whole has taken a step back—and it may take a significant trade to … Read more
On Thursday, the Pittsburgh Pirates announced they’ve signed left-handed pitcher Génesis Cabrera to a major league deal. To make room on the active roster, the team optioned right-hander Michael Darrell-Hicks to Triple-A Indianapolis. They also designated right-hander Hunter Stratton for assignment to open a spot on the 40-man roster. Cabrera, 28, has pitched in 15 … Read more
