The Pittsburgh Pirates are determined to enhance their roster by acquiring a dynamic outfielder as anticipation builds during spring training. With a strategic focus on potential trade opportunities, the Pirates are actively exploring the market for a key player to strengthen their lineup. Here’s a look at five outfielders the Pirates are considering, ranked from … Read more
An 11-year-old collector from Los Angeles recently acquired a rare baseball card featuring Paul Skenes, the National League Rookie of the Year. The card, announced by Topps on Tuesday, includes Skenes’ autograph and a piece of a game-worn jersey. The Pittsburgh Pirates have offered an enticing trade package for the card, including 30 years of … Read more
On January 18, four years ago, Ben Cherington took another step in rebuilding the Pirates and shifting toward a youth movement by trading Pittsburgh’s 2020 Opening Day starter, Joe Musgrove, to the Padres in a fascinating three-team deal. This trade was one of three significant moves made that offseason, but it ultimately stands out as … Read more
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates continue to make moves this offseason, exploring opportunities to add players from other teams. According to Robert Murray of FanSided, the Pirates have acquired right-handed pitcher Chase Shugart from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for fellow right-handed pitcher Matt McShane. The Red Sox had designated Shugart for assignment, and … Read more
The Pittsburgh Pirates have made waves in the international market. According to baseball reporter Francys Romero, the team is expected to sign Dominican shortstop Darrell Morel. Romero recently reported that the deal is valued at approximately $1.7 million. The Los Angeles Dodgers had initially reached a verbal agreement with Morel for $1.1 million but allowed … Read more
Pirates Target Jesse Winker to Strengthen Outfield The Pittsburgh Pirates are exploring the possibility of bolstering their right field position by acquiring veteran outfielder Jesse Winker. Facing lineup uncertainties for the upcoming season, Winker presents a viable option to add stability and reliability to their outfield. A Proven Asset Winker’s bounce-back performance last season with … Read more
Ever since the announcement that young Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki would be posted by Nippon Professional Baseball’s Chiba Lotte Marines, the Los Angeles Dodgers have been considered the favorites to sign him. One team has already capitalized on that expectation. Due to Sasaki’s age (23 years old), his posting comes with a restriction: he can … Read more
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Left-handed pitcher Caleb Ferguson has signed a one-year, $3 million deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates. The team announced the agreement on Friday. Ferguson, 28, holds a career record of 19-13 with five saves and a 3.68 ERA across 263 appearances with the Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, and Houston Astros. Last … Read more
Pittsburgh Pirates fans are all too familiar with the struggles of the team’s bullpen in 2024. The Pirates’ relief staff finished 27th in MLB with a 4.49 ERA, largely due to one of the highest walk rates in the league. Even David Bednar, typically a reliable closer, had a rough season. Unfortunately, the Pirates can’t … Read more
