The Pittsburgh Pirates today presented the final plans for the installation of commemorative bronze plaques at PNC Park, adorning the messages originally displayed at the ballpark as part of the “Bucco Bricks” program. The presentation to the Sports Exhibition Authority (SEA) of Pittsburgh was given by Pirates President Travis Williams

Pirates Charities today announced the recipients of the second round of the “Fields for Kids” matching grant program for 2025. This is the second of three rounds of grants that will be issued during the 2025 season. With the second round of matching grants supporting nine area youth baseball and

The Pittsburgh Pirates today acquired minor league outfielder Titus Dumitru and cash considerations from the Atlanta Braves, in exchange for right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton. The 22-year-old Dumitru batted .231 (58-for-251) with 27 runs, nine doubles, two triples, three home runs, 36 RBI, 26 walks, 13 stolen bases and 27 runs

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin and outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez have been named to the National League roster for this season’s All-Star Futures Game. The 26th edition of the Futures Game will be played on Saturday, July 12 at Truist Park in Cumberland, Georgia. The 19-year-old Griffin is currently rated by

The Pittsburgh Pirates today confirmed the passing of legendary Pirates National Baseball Hall of Famer Dave Parker. Parker was 74 years old. “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Dave Parker. A beloved member of the Pirates family, ‘The Cobra’ was one of the most dominating and intimidating

The Pittsburgh Pirates today signed left-handed pitcher Génesis Cabrera to a one-year Major League contract. Right-handed pitcher Michael Darrell-Hicks has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis to make room on the 26-man active roster. Right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton has been designated for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster. Cabrera

The Pittsburgh Pirates today claimed right-handed pitcher Michael Darrell-Hicks off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels and optioned him to Triple-A Indianapolis. Catcher/first baseman Endy Rodríguez has been transferred to the 60-day injured list to make room for Darrell-Hicks on the 40-man roster. The 27-year-old Darrell-Hicks, who was designated for

The Pittsburgh Pirates today claimed infielder/outfielder Ronny Simon off waivers from the Miami Marlins and optioned him to Triple-A Indianapolis. Right-handed pitcher Tanner Rainey has been designated for assignment to make room for Simon on the 40-man roster. The 25-year-old Simon began this season with Triple-A Jacksonville, where he hit

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that Chris Truby and Gene Lamont have joined the Major League coaching staff. The announcement was made by Pirates General Manager Ben Cherington and Manager Don Kelly. Truby, whose role will be as a coach on the Major League staff, began this year as Triple-A

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced today that Derek Shelton has been relieved of his duties as Pirates manager. “Derek worked incredibly hard and sacrificed a lot over five-plus years. His family became a big part of the Pirates family, and we will miss that,” said Pirates General Manager Ben Cherington. “He’s

The Pittsburgh Pirates today recalled infielder Liover Peguero (pronounced LEE-over puh-GAIR-oh) from Triple-A Indianapolis. Right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton was optioned to Indianapolis following yesterday’s game to make room for Peguero on the 26-man active roster. The 24-year-old Peguero was hitting .258 (23-for-89) with six doubles, one triple, one home run,

During the seventh inning of last night’s game, a fan fell from the right-field seats onto the field of play. Pittsburgh City Police, Pittsburgh EMS, Pirates and Cubs medical staff, and other PNC Park personnel responded immediately and administered emergency care. He was transported to Allegheny General Hospital. Any update

Tonight, during the seventh inning of the game at PNC Park, an adult male fell from the right field bleachers onto the field of play. Pittsburgh EMS, as well as the Pirates and Cubs athletic training teams and other PNC Park personnel reacted and responded immediately and administered care. He

The Pittsburgh Pirates today placed right-handed pitcher Dennis Santana on the Major League Bereavement/Family Medical Emergency List (effective April 28). Right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton has been recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis. Stratton was 0-1 with a 5.40 ERA (11.2ip/7er) in 10 appearances this season with Indianapolis. Stratton will wear uniform No.

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced a multi-year partnership with VALR Energy, naming the nitrogen-infused, functional beverage brand the Official Energy Drink of the Pittsburgh Pirates. As the organization celebrates the 25th season of PNC Park, the Pirates are teaming up with VALR Energy to fuel the next era of excitement

The Pittsburgh Pirates are back at PNC Park to begin a six-game homestand starting with a three-game weekday series beginning Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs, directly followed by a three-game weekend series as the team hosts the San Diego Padres beginning Friday. Highlights for this homestand include 80’s Night with

The Pirates Charities Family Walk, presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, will take place on Saturday, May 24 at PNC Park. The event will benefit Pirates Charities and Allegheny Health Network’s mental health programming and initiatives. Fans of all ages can register for the event now at pirates.com/familywalk. Pirates

The Pittsburgh Pirates today sent email communication to all fans who entered PNC Park on Saturday, April 19, after the initial allotment of 20,000 bobbleheads were distributed. The Pirates are working to ensure that all fans who attended Saturday’s game and did not receive a bobblehead at the gate will

The Pittsburgh Pirates today ended the rehabilitation assignment of infielder Jared Triolo and reinstated him to the Major League roster. Infielder Tsung-Che Cheng has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis.

By way of open letter to Pirates fans, Pirates President Travis Williams today announced a program giving Pirates fans who donated to the original Bucco Brick program an opportunity to receive a complimentary commemorative replica of their brick.

The Pirates return home for the second homestand of the season with a four-game series beginning tonight against the Washington Nationals. The homestand concludes with three games against the Cleveland Guardians that gets underway Friday night. The Bucs will celebrate Jackie Robinson Day on Tuesday, April 15 while also hosting

The Pittsburgh Pirates today recalled right-handed pitcher Kyle Nicolas from Triple-A Indianapolis. The 26-year-old righthander was scored upon twice in four appearances this season with Indianapolis prior to being promoted to the Pirates today. Nicolas also went 1-0 with a 1.00 ERA (9.0ip/2r/1er) in eight appearances this spring with the

On Monday, March 17, Pittsburgh Pirates Chairman Bob Nutting surprised Pittsburgh area native, Marc Fogel, with an invitation to toss out the ceremonial first pitch prior to today’s Pirates Home Opener at PNC Park. The sold-out PNC Park crowd warmly welcomed Fogel back home to Pittsburgh after being detained by

Outfielder Alexander Canario, who was acquired from the New York Mets on March 31, has officially been added to the 26-man Major League Roster. Infielder/outfielder Ji Hwan Bae has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis to make room for Canario on the active roster. In addition, catcher Jason Delay, who was

The Pittsburgh Pirates today selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Thomas Harrington to the 26-man Major-League roster. Harrington, who will make his big-league debut tonight at Tampa Bay, enters today rated No. 73 among Baseball America’s top-100 prospects (No. 78 by MLB Pipeline). The 23-year-old righthander finished second among Pirates