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Saturday, September 5, 2026
Nick Gonzales is chasing a batting title. Freddy Sanchez hopes he gets it.
Luke Weaver just revealed unbelievable reason for struggles since Pirates trade

Luke Weaver's has spent roughly the past month dealing with an extreme case of poison ivy as he tries to acclimate to his new role in the Pirates bullpen.

Konnor Griffin, Pirates chase series win against struggling Angels

It took 10 seconds for rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin to make an impact in his return to the Pittsburgh Pirates' lineup on Friday night after missing

Braxton Ashcraft’s latest milestone shows how dramatically his Pirates role has changed

Braxton Ashcraft's 14th win of the season announces his status as a cornerstone piece in the Pittsburgh Pirates' rotation is cemented.

Friday, September 4, 2026
Jared Jones fans 9 as Pirates blank Angels

Jared Jones matched his season high with nine strikeouts over six three-hit innings and Jake Mangum had an RBI double to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates t

Jared Jones' slider, Konnor Griffin's speed led the Pirates to a shutout win against the Angels
Pirates rookie SS Griffin activated off 60-day IL

The Pirates activated rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin off the 60-day injured list on Friday.

NL Wild Card Standings heading into Pirates-Angels series provide real hope (but one obstacle)

This weekend might offer the Pirates their best chance yet to make things interesting again in the NL Wild Card race.

Paul Skenes has struggled for Pirates thanks in part to one ridiculous reason

This one ridiculous reason does actually explain some of his poor play this year.

Los Angeles Angels at. Pittsburgh Pirates: Ryan Johnson vs. Jared Jones

Los Angeles Angels vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, September 4, 2026, 6:45 p.m. ET Location: PNC Park – Pittsburgh, PA Broadcast: 93.7 The Fan (KDKA-FM), Apple TV / MLB.TV Pitching Matchup: Ryan Johnson...

Reports: Pirates activate rookie SS Konnor Griffin

The Pittsburgh Pirates reinstated rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin from the 60-day injured list Friday, while veteran catcher Christian Bethancourt was

Pirates DFA trade acquisition from Yankees to activate Konnor Griffin

The Pittsburgh Pirates finally have Konnor Griffin back, and one of their recent depth acquisitions is already paying the price.

Pirates to DFA veteran catcher acquired from Yankees amid Konnor Griffin roster move

This roster move comes as some welcome September news for the Pirates.

Konnor Griffin is officially back with the Pirates
Pirates Reinstate Konnor Griffin, Designate Christian Bethancourt For Assignment

The Pirates announced that infielder Konnor Griffin has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. In a corresponding move, catcher Christian Bethancourt has been designated for assignment. The...

Pirates sign former Twins rookie for outfield depth

Pittsburgh is adding a rookie outfielder to the organization.

Pirates land former Twins outfielder who chose hometown over other offers

The Pirates are signing outfielder Kyler Fedko to a minor league deal, taking a low-risk chance on a player whose stock had been trending upward before a brutal knee injury ended his season.

Pirates' Konnor Griffin in line to make return vs. Angels

The Pittsburgh Pirates will try to make another push for the postseason beginning Friday night when they host the Los Angeles Angels in the opener of

Konnor Griffin’s return highlights just how badly Pirates failed to survive without him

Konnor Griffin's return might be too late to change the Pirates' playoff fortunes, but It isn’t too late to learn something important about what comes next.

What the Pirates need to do to make a playoff push

The Pittsburgh Pirates are in the midst of the last possible push for the postseason as the last month of the season is officially underway. At five games back from a Wild Card spot, the pressure...

What channel is Pirates vs. Angels on today? Time, TV schedule, live stream to watch MLB Friday Night Baseball

Here's when and where to watch as the Angels visit PNC Park to open a weekend series.

Pirates To Sign Kyler Fedko To Minor League Deal

The Pirates have agreed to a minor league contract with outfielder Kyler Fedko, as first reported by Rich Walsh of KDKA-TV. Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette confirmed the news, noting...

Thursday, September 3, 2026
Sources: Pirates sign Vincentian Academy grad Kyler Fedko to minor league deal
Jack Wilson, John Candelaria and Wilbur Cooper inducted into Pirates’ 2026 Hall of Fame class
Carmen Mlodzinski’s latest workload reveal raises more Pirates questions

At some point, Carmen Mlodzinski and the Pirates have to pick a lane when it comes to his role on the pitching staff.

Brutal Kirby Yates injury opens valuable September opportunity for Pirates rookie

If there's a silver lining to Kirby Yates being placed on the IL, it's that the Pirates now can find out exactly what they have in Khristian Curtis.

Pirates turn small-ball approach into 5-2 win over Giants

Six pitchers combined to allow two hits and the Pittsburgh Pirates were proficient at small ball on offense to pick up a 5-2 victory over the visiting

The Pirates’ bullpen holds the Giants to 2 hits in a series-clinching win
Pirates rookie SS Konnor Griffin eyes Friday return

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin is hoping to come off the 60-day injured list on Friday.,Griffin, 20, has been sidelined since earl

Pirates rookie Griffin eyes Friday return from IL

Pirates rookie Konnor Griffin said he feels good and is hopeful of being activated off the 60-day IL on Friday when Pittsburgh opens a 3-game series against the Angels.

Bucs GM explains what Baker Mayfield does better than Tom Brady

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht admitted that Baker Mayfield does something better than Tom Brady.

San Francisco Giants vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Blade Tidwell vs. Luke Bachar

San Francisco Giants vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, September 3, 2026, 12:35 p.m. ET Location: PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA Broadcast: KDKA AM/FM, Sportsnet Pittsburgh / MLB.TV Pitching Matchup: Blade...

Pirates quietly sign former Diamondbacks catcher with .539 OPS

The Pirates add catching depth with this move.

Pirates need this strange Bryan Reynolds trend to end to salvage any 2026 playoff hopes

Bryan Reynolds' surprising struggles in this key environment are emblematic of a larger problem that threatens the Pittsburgh Pirates' playoff hopes.

Pirates turn to bullpen in series finale vs. Giants

The Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday squandered a chance to make up ground in the race for a wild-card spot in the National League.,They'll look to mak

Pirates may finally have to reward their forgotten top draft pick

Former Pittsburgh Pirates top draft pick Lonnie White Jr. is finally showing out after years of disappointment, setting the scene for a key offseason decision.

Pirates made several roster moves to kick off September

The Pirates are making roster moves with one month left in the season. The Bucs recalled left-handed pitcher Brandon Eisert from Triple-A Indianapolis and selected the contract of catcher...

Pirates, Jose Herrera Agree To Minor League Contract

The Pirates are in agreement with catcher Jose Herrera on a minor league deal, according to the MLB.com transaction log. He’s been assigned to Triple-A Indianapolis. Herrera hasn’t appeared in the...

Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Rafael Devers stays hot as Giants edge Pirates in extras

Bryce Eldridge drove in two runs, including the tie-breaking run on a double in the 10th, to lift the San Francisco Giants to a 5-4 comeback win over

The Pirates come short in a game of inches, fall to the Giants in extra innings
Oscar Marin’s growing Reds role adds insult to Pirates’ pitching regression

The Pirates' new pitching coach is under intense scrutiny while the old one is thriving with their division rivals.

San Francisco Giants vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Landen Roupp vs. Jared Jones

San Francisco Giants vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, September 2, 2026, 6:40 p.m. ET The Pittsburgh Pirates are in the middle of a three-game set inside PNC Park against the San Francisco Giants. On the...

Despite waning playoff odds in the final weeks of the regular season, the Pirates insist ‘anything can happen'
Pirates News: Ryan O’Hearn in Pittsburgh, catching depth added, Konnor Griffin

Ryan O’Hearn may not be ready to return to the Pittsburgh Pirates’ lineup just yet, but his presence is already back in the clubhouse.

Paul Skenes loses command again just as Pirates had reason for hope

Paul Skenes appeared to be making progress, but Tuesday reinforced how fragile that progress remains.

Pirates make one thing clear with wild win that should have been a loss

There are plenty of reasons to doubt the Pirates’ chances of completing a September miracle. But Tuesday night showed there’s at least one reason not to bury them yet.

Giants, Pirates look for strong pitching performances after slugfest

One pitcher seeking to repeat a winning effort and another attempting to end a losing streak will attempt to return things to normalcy when the San Fr

5 Pirates with the most to gain during the final month of the 2026 season

These Pirates players have an opportunity to dramatically improve their standing before Pittsburgh reaches a critical offseason.

Tuesday, September 1, 2026
Pirates outlast Giants after blowing six-run lead

Brandon Lowe raced home from third base on a throwing error by substitute third baseman Osleivis Basabe with two outs in the bottom of the ninth innin

The Pirates avoid a near-disastrous collapse, walk-off the Giants with the help of an error

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