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Pirates Unveil 2026 Nike City Connect Uniform

April 9, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates, in partnership with Nike, unveiled their 2026 City Connect uniform today, which will be worn for the first time on Friday, April 17, when the Pirates take on the Tampa Bay Rays at PNC Park. The team will wear the new uniforms for every Friday home game

Pirates Sign Infielder Konnor Griffin To Nine-Year Contract Extension

April 8, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that the team has signed infielder Konnor Griffin to a nine-year contract extension that runs through the 2034 season. The 19-year-old Griffin (turns 20 on April 24) has a double, three RBI, two walks and two runs scored in five Major League games since having

Pirates Select The Contract Of Infielder Konnor Griffin

April 3, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that the team has selected the contract of infielder Konnor Griffin from Triple-A Indianapolis. Griffin will make his Major League debut when he first appears in a game. The 19-year-old Griffin (turns 20 on April 24) is currently rated by both Baseball America and MLB

Pirates Unveil Permanent Bronze Fan Message Display At PNC Park

March 31, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today officially unveiled commemorative bronze displays on the façade of PNC Park located on West General Robinson Street and Mazeroski Way. The bronze panels, 60 in total, adorn more than 10,000 fan messages that were originally displayed on bricks embedded in the sidewalks outside of the ballpark.

Pirates Extend Partnership With Edgar Snyder & Associates Through 2030 Season

March 24, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced a multi-year extension with Edgar Snyder & Associates, which will now include the firm’s designation as the Official Personal Injury Law Firm of the Pittsburgh Pirates through the end of the 2030 baseball season. The extended agreement builds upon a successful partnership rooted in community

Pirates Acquire Infielder/Outfielder Tyler Callihan From Cincinnati For Right-Handed Pitcher Kyle Nicolas

March 4, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today acquired infielder/outfielder Tyler Callihan from Cincinnati, in exchange for right-handed pitcher Kyle Nicolas. The 25-year-old Callihan began the 2025 campaign with Louisville (Reds’ Triple-A), where he batted .303 (27-for-89) with four doubles, two triples, four home runs, 12 RBI, 16 walks, six stolen bases, 19 runs

Pirates Partner With Modern Office Methods

February 24, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced a new multi-year partnership with Modern Office Methods (MOM), a leading office technology, managed IT, and cybersecurity provider servicing organizations across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Kentucky. As part of the agreement, Modern Office Methods will serve as a proud partner of technology for the Pirates, supporting

Pirates Mourn The Passing Of National Baseball Hall Of Famer Bill Mazeroski

February 21, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today confirmed the passing of legendary Pirates National Baseball Hall of Famer Bill Mazeroski, who passed away on Friday, February 20. He was 89 years old. “Everyone across the Pirates organization is deeply saddened by the loss of Bill Mazeroski,” said Pirates Chairman Bob Nutting. “Maz was

Pirates Sign Designated Hitter Marcell Ozuna To One-Year Contract With Mutual Option For 2027

February 16, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that the team has signed designated hitter Marcell Ozuna to a one-year contract for the 2026 season, with a mutual option for the 2027 season. The 35-year-old Ozuna has been named to three National League All-Star teams (2016, 2017, 2024) in his career, while also

Pirates Mourn The Passing Of Elroy Face

February 12, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates confirmed the passing of former right-handed pitcher Elroy Face today in North Versailles, PA. He was 97 years old and eight days shy of his 98th birthday (Feb. 20). “It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness that we mourn the passing of Pirates Hall of Famer

Pirates Sign Right-Handed Pitcher José Urquidy To One-Year Contract 

February 11, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that the team has signed right-handed pitcher José Urquidy (pronounced “ur-KEE-dee”) to a one-year contract for the 2026 season. The 30-year-old Urquidy spent most of the 2025 season recovering from “Tommy John” surgery. He made two relief appearances (2.1ip) with Detroit in September, while also

Pirates Invite Right-Handed Pitcher Khristian Curtis To Major League Camp As A Non-Roster Pitcher

February 9, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that the team has invited right-handed pitcher Khristian Curtis to 2026 Major League camp as a non-roster pitcher. Curtis went a combined 8-5 with a 3.90 ERA (110.2ip/48er), 119 strikeouts and a .219 batting average against in 27 appearances (26 starts) split between High-A Greensboro

Pirates Invite Right-Handed Pitcher Mike Clevinger To Major League Camp As A Non-Roster Pitcher 

February 4, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that the team has signed right-handed pitcher Mike Clevinger to a minor league contract and invited him to 2026 Major League camp as a non-roster pitcher. The 35-year-old Clevinger made eight Major League relief appearances (5.2ip) in March and April with Chicago (AL) during the

Pirates Announce Six Additional Non-Roster Invitees

February 3, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that catcher Derek Berg, first baseman Nick Cimillo (pronounced “sim-ILL-oh”), right-handed pitcher Michael Darrell-Hicks, left-handed pitcher Nick Dombkowski, outfielder/infielder Mitch Jebb and infielder Alika (pronounced “ah-LEEK-uh”) Williams will attend 2026 Major League camp as non-roster invitees. Berg batted a combined .230 (65-for-282) with 11 doubles,

Pirates Announce Seven Additional Non-Roster Invitees

January 16, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that catcher Omar Alfonzo, right-handed pitcher Noah Davis, right-handed pitcher Chris Devenski (pronounced “deh-VEHN-ski”), infielder Duce Gourson, infielder/outfielder Konnor Griffin, infielder Termarr Johnson and catcher Shawn Ross will attend 2026 Major League camp as non-roster invitees. Alfonzo hit a combined .243 (98-for-404) with 18 doubles,

Pirates Mourn The Passing Of Dave Giusti

January 12, 2026

On behalf of the Giusti family, the Pittsburgh Pirates confirmed the passing of former pitcher Dave Giusti (pronounced “JUST-ee”) on Sunday, January 11, in Pittsburgh. Giusti was 86 years old. “We are saddened by the loss of such a beloved member of the Pirates family,” said Pirates Chairman Bob Nutting.

Pirates Sign First Baseman/Outfielder Ryan O'Hearn To Two-Year Contract

January 8, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced the signing of first baseman/outfielder Ryan O’Hearn to a two-year contract. The 32-year-old O’Hearn recorded career highs in hits (133), games (144), home runs (17), RBI (63), runs scored (67), on-base percentage (.366) and total bases (207) between Baltimore and San Diego in 2025. O’Hearn

Pirates Announce Seven Non-Roster Invitees

December 23, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that right-handed pitcher Beau Burrows, outfielder Dominic Fletcher, left-handed pitcher Joe La Sorsa, left-handed pitcher Oddanier Mosqueda (pronounced “oh dahn-YAIR” “moh-SKAY-duh”), right-handed pitcher Noah Murdock, outfielder Ronny Simon and infielder Davis Wendzel will attend 2026 Major League camp as non-roster invitees. Burrows went a combined

Pirates Acquire Three Players In Three-Team Trade With Tampa Bay And Houston

December 19, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today acquired second baseman Brandon Lowe (rhymes with “now”), outfielder Jake Mangum and left-handed pitcher Mason Montgomery from Tampa Bay. Additionally, Pittsburgh has traded right-handed pitcher Mike Burrows to Houston. The 31-year-old Lowe, who was named an American League All-Star last season, batted .256 (130-for-507) with 19

Pirates Announce Additions To 2026 Major League Coaching Staff

December 18, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced Manager Don Kelly’s complete 2026 Major League coaching staff. The announcement was made by Kelly and General Manager Ben Cherington as five newcomers are welcomed to the dugout this season with nine returning coaches. Kristopher Negrón will serve as Don Kelly’s Bench Coach after spending

Pirates Sign Left-Handed Pitcher Gregory Soto To One-Year Contract

December 16, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced the signing of left-handed pitcher Gregory Soto to a one-year contract for the 2026 season. Soto, who turns 31 on February 11, posted a 4.18 ERA (60.1ip/28er) and 70 strikeouts in 70 combined outings split between Baltimore and New York (NL) during the 2025 season.

Pirates Claim Outfielder Marco Luciano Off Waivers From San Francisco

December 5, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today claimed outfielder Marco Luciano (pronounced "lew-see-AH-noh") off waivers from San Francisco. The 24-year-old Luciano hit .214 (99-for-462) with 21 doubles, one triple, 23 home runs, 66 RBI, 85 walks and 76 runs scored in 125 games while spending the entire 2025 season with Triple-A Sacramento. His

Pirates Acquire Outfielder Jhostynxon Garcia & Pitcher Jesus Travieso From Boston In Five-Player Trade

December 4, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today acquired outfielder Jhostynxon (pronounced “JOES-tin-son”) Garcia and right-handed pitcher Jesus Travieso from the Boston Red Sox, in exchange for right-handed pitcher Johan Oviedo, left-handed pitcher Tyler Samaniego and catcher Adonys Guzman. Garcia, who turns 23 on December 11, was rated by MLB Pipeline (No. 3) and

Pirates Select Six Players To 40-Man Roster

November 18, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today selected the following six players to the team’s 40-man roster: Brandan Bidois (Right-Handed Pitcher) - The 24-year-old from Brisbane, Australia, went 8-0 with seven saves, a 0.74 ERA (61.0ip/5er), 69 strikeouts, a .110 batting average against and a 0.80 WHIP in 40 appearances split between Low-A

Paul Skenes Named BBWAA National League Cy Young Award Winner

November 12, 2025

The Baseball Writers Association of America tonight announced that Pittsburgh’s Paul Skenes has been named the recipient of the 2025 National League Cy Young Award. He is the third pitcher in Pirates history to take home Cy Young Award honors, joining Vernon Law in 1960 and Doug Drabek in 1990.