The Pittsburgh Pirates have optioned infielder Jared Triolo to Triple-A Indianapolis and selected the contract of pitcher Yohan Ramírez. To make room for Ramírez on the 40-man roster, outfielder/first baseman Matt Gorski was designated for assignment. The moves were announced on the Pirates Transactions page. Ramírez will join the team for Friday night’s game in Minnesota … [Read more...] about Pirates Option Triolo, Add Pitcher Ramírez, DFA Fan Favorite Gorski
Former Major League Pitcher Joe Coleman Passes Away at 78
Joe Coleman, who pitched for seven teams during a 15-year major league career, has passed away. The Associated Press reported that he died in his sleep on Wednesday night. He was 78 years old. Coleman was the Washington Senators’ first-round draft pick (third overall) in the inaugural June Amateur Draft in 1965 out of high school. He made his major league debut that year at age … [Read more...] about Former Major League Pitcher Joe Coleman Passes Away at 78
Rumor: Pirates Might Be Sellers and Buyers at Trade Deadline
Pittsburgh Pirates fans have become used to the annual exodus of expiring contracts at the trade deadline. However, there might be more to this coming deadline for the Pirates. There’s speculation that general manager Ben Cherington may step outside of his comfort zone this time around. Specifically, the Pirates might be sellers and buyers. In addition to the usual … [Read more...] about Rumor: Pirates Might Be Sellers and Buyers at Trade Deadline
Pirates Star Oneil Cruz to Participate in Home Run Derby
Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz will participate in the Home Run Derby on Monday, July 14 in Atlanta. As of this writing, he’s the fifth participant, along with Ronald Acuña Jr., Byron Buxton, major league home run leader Cal Raleigh, and James Wood. Three more participants have yet to be named. Jun 29, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates center … [Read more...] about Pirates Star Oneil Cruz to Participate in Home Run Derby
Pirates Recall Jack Suwinski to Aid Sputtering Offense
The Pittsburgh Pirates have recalled left-handed-hitting outfielder Jack Suwinski for Tuesday’s game in Kansas City against the Royals. Sharp-eyed reporter Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette noticed that Suwinski had a locker in KC and was the first to report this salient tidbit. Apr 8, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates left fielder Jack Suwinski … [Read more...] about Pirates Recall Jack Suwinski to Aid Sputtering Offense