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On Monday, the Pittsburgh Pirates re-signed left-handed relief pitcher Ryan Borucki to a minor league deal, according to Jon Heyman in the New York Post. The deal reportedly includes an invite to spring training and additional incentives if he makes the team. Aside from the Pirates, Borucki, 30, also previously pitched for the Toronto Blue Jays and Seattle Mariners during his … [Read more...] about Lefty Reliever Ryan Borucki Re-Signs with Pirates, Looking to Rebound

It’s official: Despite outcries from a portion of the fan base, owner Bob Nutting is not selling the Pittsburgh Pirates. That was the biggest – and only – news from last weekend’s PiratesFest, a two-day event held at the 1.5 million-square-foot David L. Lawrence Convention Center on the outskirts of downtown Pittsburgh. Pirates owner Bob Nutting has no plans to sell team, says … [Read more...] about Owner Bob Nutting Not Selling Pirates (and Other Morsels from PiratesFest)

Although spring training is near, the Pittsburgh Pirates remain unsettled at several positions, including shortstop. Who’s at shortstop may depend on how the second base competition shakes out. One thing is certain. The shortstop won’t be Oneil Cruz, who’s moving permanently to center field. He likes it there. The Pirates brain trust likes him away from shortstop, where he hurt … [Read more...] about Pirates Enter Spring Training with No Clear Answer at Shortstop

Despite spring training being less than a month away, the Pittsburgh Pirates face uncertainty at several positions, including second base. It’s an issue overshadowed by needs in the outfield and the bullpen. Nonetheless, the issue is far from certain. Seven Competitors Emerge for Pirates’ Second Base Spot The Incumbent Nick Gonzales, the Pirates No. 1 draft pick in the 2020 … [Read more...] about Seven Competitors Emerge for Pirates’ Second Base Spot

The Pittsburgh Pirates have not placed higher than third in the National League Central in close to a decade. Last year, they finished with a not-so-stellar 76 wins and 86 losses. However, their pitching rotation was not at fault for a majority of their problems. 2024 National League Rookie of the Year recipient Paul Skenes paved the way as the ace of the staff. He had an … [Read more...] about Pirates’ Sparkplug Prospect Termarr Johnson Destined to Breakout in 2025