Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jared Triolo has performed well in August, but is it enough to win a job for 2026? There’s never been any question about his defense. Last year, he won a Gold Glove Award in the utility category for the National League. He’s unlikely to repeat this year. Players who spend three weeks in Triple-A are rarely considered for postseason awards. Jul 6, … [Read more...] about Pirates Gold Glover Staking His Claim for 2026
Pirates DFA Veteran Pitcher, Reactivate Star from IL, Among Other Moves
The Pittsburgh Pirates announced a flurry of roster moves today, the headliner being the designation of Andrew Heaney for assignment. Oneil Cruz was also reactivated from the concussion injured list after completing a rehab assignment with Double-A Altoona. Dauri Moreta was recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis to take Heaney’s bullpen spot. To make room for Cruz, Ronny Simón was … [Read more...] about Pirates DFA Veteran Pitcher, Reactivate Star from IL, Among Other Moves
Injured Pitcher to Rejoin Pirates Again
The Pittsburgh Pirates will activate starting pitcher Johan Oviedo for Wednesday’s game against the Toronto Blue Jays at PNC Park. Sharp-eyed Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette was first to notice and report that Oviedo had a locker in the Pirates clubhouse. The corresponding move will be announced once Oviedo is added to the active roster. Aug 20, 2023; Minneapolis, … [Read more...] about Injured Pitcher to Rejoin Pirates Again
An Ode to Al Oliver, Pirates Hall of Fame Inductee
Al Oliver will be inducted into the Pittsburgh Pirates Hall of Fame with Kiki Cuyler and Vern Law on Friday. He was an outfielder/first baseman and one of the most underrated hitters ever to play the game. More importantly, by all accounts, he’s an all-around good guy. He craved recognition and, as a result, was largely misunderstood by Pirates fans. Jun 1974; Pittsburgh, PA, … [Read more...] about An Ode to Al Oliver, Pirates Hall of Fame Inductee
Report: Top Pitching Prospect to Join Pirates for Much-Anticipated MLB Debut
Finally, the moment Pittsburgh Pirates fans have been waiting for: the Pirates will select the contract of Bubba Chandler. The move will be official on Friday when the Pirates host the Colorado Rockies at PNC Park. Alex Stumpf of MLB.com was the first to break the news. Source: the Pirates are selecting the contract of Bubba Chandler Friday. — Alex Stumpf (@AlexJStumpf) … [Read more...] about Report: Top Pitching Prospect to Join Pirates for Much-Anticipated MLB Debut