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
Don’t Write Off One Pirates Veteran Yet
The 2025 season hasn’t been kind to Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Bryan Reynolds, but don’t write him off yet. He’s had a disappointing season, delivering a stat line of .247/.305/.404, 13 HR, and 61 RBI entering Friday’s action. That’s not what the Pirates hoped for when they signed him to a team-record, eight-year, $106.75 million extension in April 2023. That’s the kind … [Read more...] about Don’t Write Off One Pirates Veteran Yet
Pirates to Reinstate Key Bullpen Piece from IL
The Pittsburgh Pirates will reactivate right-handed relief pitcher Chase Shugart from the injured list for Monday night’s game in Milwaukee. Dauri Moreta, another right-handed reliever, has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis to make room for Shugart. The ever-diligent Alex Stumpf of mlb.com was first to enlighten us with this report. Pirates to Reinstate Key Bullpen Piece … [Read more...] about Pirates to Reinstate Key Bullpen Piece from IL
Pirates Face Decision on Veteran Starter
As the Pittsburgh Pirates once again spend August focusing on the future, it’s certain that future won’t include starter Andrew Heaney. The 34-year-old left-hander signed a one-year contract to play for Pittsburgh last February. After Wednesday’s start against the San Francisco Giants, he’s 5-9 with a 4.77 ERA, 5.33 FIP, and 1.270 WHIP. He’s struck out 16.4 percent of batters … [Read more...] about Pirates Face Decision on Veteran Starter
It Might Be Time for Pirates to Cut Ties with Outfielder
In recent days, outfielder Alexander Canario has almost become a forgotten man on the Pittsburgh Pirates. It’s reaching the point where one wonders whether it makes sense to continue this relationship. It may be time to cut ties and promote a minor league prospect. Jun 19, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Alexander Canario (29) receives … [Read more...] about It Might Be Time for Pirates to Cut Ties with Outfielder