Pittsburgh Pirates

Brandon Lowe made an immediate impact in his Pittsburgh Pirates debut, hitting two home runs during an 11-7 loss to the New York Mets on Opening Day at Citi Field. He showcased the team's new welder's mask home run celebration after his first homer. Lowe became just the seventh Pirates player to homer twice on Opening Day.

20. marts 2026 Rapporteret af AI

The Pittsburgh Pirates have discussed a possible long-term contract extension with Konnor Griffin, MLB Pipeline’s No. 1 overall prospect, according to a source. Talks have focused on a deal up to nine years and over $100 million, though details are not finalized. The 19-year-old shortstop is competing for an Opening Day roster spot.

MLB's top prospect Konnor Griffin—recently crowned No. 1 in an MLB executives poll—made an immediate impact in his Pittsburgh Pirates spring training debut, launching towering home runs. The 19-year-old arrived at camp in Bradenton, Florida, showcasing the raw power that defined his dominant 2025 minor league season.

25. januar 2026 Rapporteret af AI

Andrew McCutchen, the Pittsburgh Pirates' franchise icon and 2013 National League MVP, voiced his disappointment on social media after missing the team's PiratesFest event, questioning the organization's handling of his free agency. The 39-year-old outfielder emphasized his desire to continue playing in 2026, comparing his situation to the farewells of legends like Albert Pujols and Clayton Kershaw. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington praised McCutchen's legacy but prioritized building a competitive roster.

The Pittsburgh Pirates are optimistic about outfielder Oneil Cruz rebounding in 2026 after a challenging 2025 season marked by offensive struggles. Despite achieving another 20-20 season and defensive progress, Cruz's performance dipped, prompting focused offseason work on his swing and approach. Team leaders believe he can unlock his vast potential to become a consistent star.

23. december 2025 Rapporteret af AI

Updating earlier reports, the Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to a two-year, $29 million contract with free agent Ryan O'Hearn, including $500,000 in performance bonuses per season—the largest free-agent deal for a position player in franchise history. The 2025 All-Star and No. 31 free agent, who split last year between the Baltimore Orioles and San Diego Padres, hit .281/.366/.437 with 21 doubles, 17 home runs, 63 RBIs, and 2.4 WAR, bringing left-handed power and strong defense to Pittsburgh's revamped offense.