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Pirates Sweep Twins, Troll Them With Edited Logo

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The Pirates swept the Twins in a three-game weekend series, winning 9-3 Sunday after two one-run victories. Pittsburgh improved to 32-28, their best since 2018. They trolled Minnesota by editing the "W" out of their logo. read more


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Pirates Place Mlodzinski on Restricted List

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Pirates placed Carmen Mlodzinski on the restricted list, added Konnor Griffin to the 10-day IL with a right elbow strain, and reinstated Ryan O'Hearn from the IL. Mlodzinski is 4-3 with a 3.76 ERA this season. read more

Paul Skenes loses no-hitter, still dominates in win

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Pirates ace Paul Skenes lost a no-hit bid in the seventh inning but struck out 10, walked none, and allowed only one single in a 3-1 win over the Rockies, preserving his gem. read more

Cardinals rookie robs Pirates with game-saving catch

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Nathan Church robbed Nick Gonzales of a walk-off two-run homer, securing a 5-4 Cardinals win over the Pirates. The rookie left fielder made a leaping catch at the wall, saving the game for St. Louis. read more

Pirates ace rents bounce house for rookie’s 20th birthday

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Paul Skenes rented a bounce house for Pirates rookie Konnor Griffin's 20th birthday celebration. Griffin recently hit his first MLB home run. Manager Don Kelly praised the team camaraderie. Griffin signed a $140 million, nine-year contract after his debut. read more

Pirates Bet $140 Million on Teen Phenom Griffin

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The Pirates sign 19-year-old rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin to a historic nine-year, $140 million extension. The deal, the largest in franchise history, secures a top prospect and demonstrates a major commitment to building a winning team for the future. read more

Pirates Bet $140M on Teen Phenom Griffin

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The Pirates sign 19-year-old rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin to a historic nine-year, $140 million extension. The deal, the largest in franchise history, secures a top prospect and reflects a major commitment to building a winning team for Pittsburgh. read more

Pirates Top Prospect Griffin Makes Historic MLB Debut

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The Pirates are calling up top prospect Konnor Griffin, 19, for their home opener. The elite shortstop, compared to stars like Bobby Witt Jr., had a historic minor league season. His debut could also net Pittsburgh a bonus draft pick. read more

Skenes Cy Young Defense Crumbles in Nightmare Opener

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Pirates ace Paul Skenes had a disastrous season opener, pulled after just two outs. Poor defense, including two misplayed fly balls by ONeil Cruz, led to five Mets runs in a shocking early exit for the reigning Cy Young winner. read more