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New Pirates Hitting Coach Matt Hague Wants to Write Happy Story

Matt Hague has a big job ahead of him. Hague was hired as the hitting coach by the Pittsburgh Pirates last week. He inherits an offense that needs a lot of fixing.

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Pirates All 40: What Role Will Isiah Kiner-Falefa Have in ’25?

This is one in a series of stories breaking down members of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 40-man roster. Isiah Kiner-Falefa has done a little bit of everything in his seven-year career.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / November 25

Pirates prospect update: Pitcher Hunter Barco

Altoona has a real “Florida Man” on the roster with Barco. On this edition of the Pirates Prospect Update, we take a look at pitcher Hunter Barco, who is growing into one of the best pitchers in Altoona.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Bucs Dugout / November 24

Pirates make series of roster moves, non-tender Bryan De La Cruz, Connor Joe and Hunter Stratton

It didn’t work out for De La Cruz in Pittsburgh. The Pittsburgh Pirates made a series of roster moves on Friday, non-tendering outfielder Bryan De La Cruz, utility man Connor Joe and right-handed relief pitcher Hunter Stratton, while also acquiring right-handed reliever Peter Strzelecki from the Cleveland Guardians for cash considerations.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 24

MLB Offseason Weekly Recap: Pirates Join in on Trade Action

This is a weekly update highlighting the notable news and transactions from the 2024-25 Major League Baseball offseason. A flurry of trades took place this week as the offseason market begins to heat up.

Ben Cherington News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 24

Give Ben Cherington Credit for Swallowing Pride

All general managers make mistakes. Pittsburgh Pirates GM Ben Cherington is no different. During his five years on the job, he has made his share of bad trades and free-agent signings.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Last Word On Sports / November 22

Pirates Non-Tender Two Outfielders and Surprisingly, a Rookie Pitcher

The Pittsburgh Pirates will non-tender contracts to Connor Joe, Bryan De La Cruz, and Hunter Stratton. Pirates beat reporter Alex Stumpf was the first with the news on Joe and De La Cruz.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 22

Pirates Non-Tender Three Players, Acquire Reliever From Guardians

Friday marked the deadline to tender contracts to necessary players, and the Pittsburgh Pirates non-tendered three players. The Pirates decided not to tender contracts to a pair of players set for salary arbitration — infielder/outfielder Connor Joe and outfielder Bryan De La Cruz.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 22

Pirates acquire reliever in trade with Guardians

The Pirates acquired reliever Peter Strzelecki from the Guardians for cash, the team announced.

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Paul Skenes News / Fastball on SI / November 22

Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne Now Have Their Own Awesome Baseball Card

Paul Skenes and Livvy Dunne, the latest sports power couple, officially have their own baseball card. Card-maker Topps has produced the card, which is available for purchase on their website.

Hunter Stratton News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / November 22

Pirates All 40: Hunter Stratton Working on Another Hurdle

This is one in a series of stories breaking down members of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 40-man roster. A 16th round pick in the Pirates’ 2017 draft class, right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton managed to defy the odds of his low draft position and make the Major Leagues, even if it took him six years to do so.