The Pittsburgh Pirates are rumored to be making a pitch for well-traveled Chicago White Sox outfielder Tommy Pham. If the Pirates successfully pull off a deal for Pham, they would be the ninth stop for the 11-year veteran. Rumor: Pirates in on White Sox Outfielder Tommy Pham After being part of an Arizona Diamondbacks team that made an improbable run from the wild card to the … [Read more...] about Rumor: Pirates in on White Sox Outfielder; Why They Should and Shouldn’t
Pirates All-Star to Miss Crucial Series in Arizona
Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds has been placed on the bereavement list before their upcoming series in Arizona. The Pirates and Diamondbacks are idle on Thursday and will play three games at Chase Field beginning on Friday. Both teams are in the National League Wild Card race, with Arizona (53-50) a half-game back and Pittsburgh (52-50) a game back of the final … [Read more...] about Pirates All-Star to Miss Crucial Series in Arizona
Reds And Cubs Are Sellers; Pirates Might Come Calling.
The Cincinnati Reds and Chicago Cubs will be sellers at the deadline, and the Pittsburgh Pirates might be calling. It’s an unusual position for the Pirates to be in. They’re in the thick of the wild card race and have a rare opportunity due to their strong starting pitching. Cubs President Jed Hoyer made it official today: Barring a big win streak over the next week, anything … [Read more...] about Reds And Cubs Are Sellers; Pirates Might Come Calling.
Pirates Have Inquired About Versatile Marlins Star
Rumors are swirling that the Pittsburgh Pirates have discussed a possible trade for Jazz Chisholm Jr. with the Miami Marlins. Reportedly, nothing is imminent. It’s difficult to lay odds on whether anything will come of it. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington is said to be working the phones on several trade fronts and is never forthcoming with any specific … [Read more...] about Pirates Have Inquired About Versatile Marlins Star
Pirates Have a Nice Problem with 8 Starting Pitchers
The Pittsburgh Pirates are a rare team with an abundance of riches when it comes to starting pitchers. Presently, the rotation consists of Mitch Keller, Paul Skenes, Luis Ortiz, Martín Pérez, and Marco Gonzales. Jared Jones and Bailey Falter are on the injured list. Lurking in the bullpen is Quinn Priester. When Jones and Falter come off the IL, the Pirates will have a dilemma … [Read more...] about Pirates Have a Nice Problem with 8 Starting Pitchers