Help Wanted: Pirates Need Corner Outfield Bats and Relief Pitching

The offseason shopping list for the Pittsburgh Pirates includes corner outfielders and bullpen help, most likely via trade. So says Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Pirates hire new bullpen coach

The Pirates announced the hiring of Miguel Perez as bullpen coach on Friday afternoon.

Pirates agree to minor league deal with former No. 8 overall pick

The Pirates are in agreement with right-hander Carson Fulmer on a minor league deal.

Pirates exploring corner outfield, bullpen markets

The Pirates are still not done hunting for bats.

Pirates All 40: Jared Jones, Diamond in the Rough to Cornerstone

This is one in a series of stories breaking down members of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 40-man roster. Jared Jones burst onto the scene in 2024, making the big league club out of spring training as the No.

Pirates Hire Miguel Perez as Bullpen Coach

The Pittsburgh Pirates have filled their final coaching staff vacancy. The club announced on Thursday that Miguel Perez has been hired as the bullpen coach.

Potential Pirates Trade Targets: Could Bucs Revisit Deadline Player of Interest?

This is one in a series of examining potential trade targets for the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2024-25 offseason. The Pittsburgh Pirates executed their first notable trade of the offseason, acquiring Spencer Horwitz from the Cleveland Guardians in exchange for a trio of pitchers earlier in the week at the Winter Meetings.

Cody Ponce Signs With KBO’s Hanwha Eagles

After a rough season in NPB, right-hander Cody Ponce is trying his luck in the KBO. The Hanwha Eagles announced that they have signed Ponce to join their pitching staff in 2025 (h/t to Dan Kurtz of MyKBO.net).

Bucs Arghticles: Pirates trades may not be done

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Everything you need to know about MLB news, Pirates and other Pittsburgh teams for Friday, December 13, 2024.

Paul Zeise: Pirates’ competitive window is small, so aggressive moves are needed (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

Pirates Acquire Spencer Horwitz From Guardians (MLB Trade Rumors)

Mitch Keller, Jared Jones on trading block? 5 intriguing Pirates developments from 2024 MLB winter meetings (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette)

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Pirates Have Reportedly Been Willing To Listen On Mitch Keller

The Pirates already moved one big league pitcher this week, sending righty Luis Ortiz to the Guardians in a trade to acquire new first baseman Spencer Horwitz, but Pittsburgh’s pitching depth could be sufficient enough to set the stage for another deal.

Pirates All 40: Ji Hwan Bae’s Future Looks Murky

This is one in a series of stories breaking down members of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 40-man roster. Ji Hwan Bae’s elite speed is hard to miss. The 25-year-old is among the fastest runners in the game.

Why the Pirates Hired Hitting Coach Matt Hague

DALLAS — The Pittsburgh Pirates were very deliberate in their hitting coach search after firing Andy Haines at the end of last season. The Pirates didn’t decide on Haines’ successor until more than six weeks into the offseason when they hired Matt Hague.

SB Nation Reacts results: Will the Pirates be better in 2025?

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The readers have spoken.

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Pittsburgh Pirates fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

I finally have the results ready for last week’s poll question. What we wanted to know this time was if you thought that the Pirates would get better in 2025? They’re coming off of back-to-back 76-86...

Bucs Arghticles: Pirates trade for Spencer Horwitz

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Everything you need to know about MLB news, Pirates and other Pittsburgh teams for Thursday, December 12, 2024.

Pirates acquire first baseman Horwitz in trade with Guardians (MLB.com)

Bucs continue front-office makeover during Winter Meetings (MLB.com)

Pirates enjoy Lottery gains with No. 6 pick in 2025 MLB Draft (MLB.com)

Bucs sign hard-throwing righty (and converted outfielder) Alvarado (MLB.com)

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Pirates Add Five, Lose Three in Minor-League Phase of Rule 5 Draft

Though the Pittsburgh Pirates passed on their pick in the Major League portion of the Rule 5 Draft on Wednesday, they added five players in the minor-league phase.

How the Pirates Can Overcome Their Long NL Central Odds

To nobody’s surprise, the Pittsburgh Pirates lost the Juan Soto sweepstakes, as the New York Mets offered the star left fielder a 15-year, $765 million contract.

Pirates All 40: Dennis Santana’s Revitalized Career

This is one in a series of stories breaking down members of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 40-man roster. The Pirates claimed right-handed pitcher Dennis Santana off waivers in June after the New York Yankees designated him for assignment.

Did Pirates Overpay in Spencer Horwitz Trade?

DALLAS – The Pittsburgh Pirates hope they found their long-term solution at first base. Yet there are more questions than answers about the three-way trade they made with the Cleveland Guardians and Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday night at MLB’s Winter Meetings at the Hilton Anatole.

INF Spencer Horwitz dealt twice, ends up with Pirates

Infielder Spencer Horwitz began Tuesday as a member of the Toronto Blue Jays and ended it as a member of the Pittsburgh Pirates, after a brief stopover with the Cleveland Guardians.

Bucs Arghticles: Dave Parker celebrates Pirates World Series winner

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Everything you need to know about MLB news, Pirates and other Pittsburgh teams for Wednesday, December 11, 2024.

Pittsburgh Pirates’ Paul Skenes ‘A Different Human Being’ (Sports Illustrated)

If Not Now, When? (Baseball Prospectus)

Are the Pirates about to pull a Paul Skenes with their other top pitching prospect? (Rum Bunter)

Why Cincinnati’s Dave Parker likely to wear Pirates cap in Hall despite hinting otherwise...