Bucs Dugout

Jared Jones pitching in Spring Training. | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images Pirates get some optimism regarding their young ace When it was first reported that Jared Jones was out for the rest of Spring Training due to elbow discomfort and was seeking a second opinion, fans and analysts alike assumed the worst: the end of his season and possibly Tommy John surgery. … [Read more...] about Jared Jones injury not season ending 

Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images Here’s what our staff has to say. The Pittsburgh Pirates are back for another season, and there is a lot of excitement surrounding the team, which Paul Skenes leads. Skenes is entering his second MLB season as he looks to establish himself as one of the best pitchers in baseball. He’ll have a team behind him looking to prove itself … [Read more...] about Bucs Dugout 2025 staff predictions: How will the Pirates perform?

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images We know Paul Skenes will start on Opening Day, but who will follow? The first set of Pittsburgh Pirates starters has been unveiled. On Wednesday, the Pirates announced who will follow Paul Skenes on Opening Day. Skenes is making his first Opening Day start Thursday in Miami against the Marlins, facing right-hander Sandy … [Read more...] about Who will start for the Pirates in the Marlins series?

Photo by Joe Puetz/Getty Images Paul Skenes is the main event for the Pittsburgh Pirates this season. The Pittsburgh Pirates are about to embark on their season, and while there are 26 players making the team, none catch the eye more than starting pitcher Paul Skenes. Skenes is what will get people excited about the Pirates this season, and though other players are … [Read more...] about Pirates 2025 season is all about Paul Skenes

Henry Davis will start the season in Triple-A Indianaolis Endy Rodriguez is getting his opportunity. With Spring Training coming to a close and Opening Day approaching, the Pirates are finalizing their roster, and many questions are starting to be answered. Although many roster changes occur throughout a 162-game season, decisions made at the beginning of the season can … [Read more...] about Pirates roster starts to take shape ahead of Opening Day