Pittsburgh Pirates News
Pirates September call ups might not inspire confidence, but here's why they should
Major League rosters expand by two players in September, and the Pirates is using those spots on veterans Brandon Eisert and Christian Bethancourt.
Source: Rum Bunter
Pirates Select Christian Bethancourt
The Pirates have selected the contract of catcher Christian Bethancourt, per a team announcement. They also recalled southpaw Brandon Eisert. Catcher Endy Rodriguez, who recently underwent hip…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Ketel Marte controversy shows why Pirates had to draw a line with Carmen Mlodzinski
Ketel Martes ongoing drama with the Diamondbacks is far messier than anything the Pirates experienced with Carmen Mlodzinski, but that doesnt mean the latter suddenly deserves a pass.
Source: Rum Bunter
5 September storylines to follow, even as the Pirates postseason hopes dwindle
Source: Post Gazette
Pirates could gain a major September advantage as Cardinals lose JJ Wetherholt
While St. Louis is losing JJ Wetherholt as September begins, Pittsburgh should soon be getting Konnor Griffin back for the stretch run.
Source: Rum Bunter
Pirates Jared Jones rotation shuffle creates intriguing opening for September audition
With Jared Jones now scheduled to start Friday against the Angels, Pittsburgh suddenly has an opening Thursday against the Giants.
Source: Rum Bunter
Red Sox replay controversy against Yankees should look painfully familiar to Pirates fans
Pittsburgh Pirates fans watching the replay controversy that helped send Sundays Boston Red Sox-New York Yankees game off the rails might have experienced a little dj vu.
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MiLB Monday: Evaluating the Pirates top options for September call-ups
Source: Post Gazette
Konnor Griffins first rehab game starts the clock on an important Pirates decision
After Konnor Griffin's first minor-league rehab game, the Pirates appear to be testing whether he can be ready when he becomes eligible to return Friday.
Source: Rum Bunter
Brandon Lowe's breakout is making his Pirates fate painfully obvious
Brandon Lowe is having one of the finest seasons of his career at the plate and in the field, which in turn could make him impossible for the Pirates to re-sign during the offseason.
Source: Rum Bunter
Off The Bat: Is Bill Murphy to blame for the rotations regression? Pirates starters dont think so
Source: Post Gazette
Homers from Esmerlyn Valdez, Jared Triolo lead the Pirates to a series win against the St. Louis Cardinals
Source: Post Gazette
Endy Rodrguezs Pirates future suddenly looks painfully uncertain
The Pittsburgh Pirates have long loved Endy Rodriguez, but the severity of his latest injury as thrown serious doubt on his future.
Source: Rum Bunter
Konnor Griffin To Begin Rehab Assignment
Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin has been down since early July with a sagittal band injury in his left ring finger. His original placement was retroactive to July 6th, and the team transferred him to…
Source: MLB Trade Rumors
Pirates three-error nightmare exposes a season-long flaw they cant keep dismissing
If the Pirates intend to operate like contenders, cleaning up their defense has to become a priority.
Source: Rum Bunter
Noah Hiles: It is time for the Pirates to clean house, starting with GM Ben Cherington
Source: Post Gazette
The Pirates commit three consecutive errors, but they beat the Cardinals anyway
Source: Post Gazette
MLBs proposed roster overhaul could take away one of the Pirates favorite roster-building crutches
The Pirates have spent years emphasizing roster flexibility, but Major League Baseballs latest collective bargaining proposal would make that style of roster construction considerably harder.
Source: Rum Bunter
Pirates rookie phenom Konnor Griffin will begin a rehab assignment Sunday in Altoona
Source: Post Gazette
3 Pirates prospects who absolutely should not be September call-ups
As MLB rosters expand from 26 to 28 players in September, the Pirates should call up prospects who can realistically help them win games.
Source: Rum Bunter
