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Pirates prospect watch: Billy Cook on offensive tear at Triple-A to begin June
Billy Cook Position: 1B/OF Height: 6-foot Weight: 200 pounds Level: Triple-A Indianapolis Notable: Billy Cook made his MLB debut with the Pirates last season, benefiting from a September call-up and appearing in 16 big-league games. While his slash line of .224/.224/.449 over 49 at-bats was hardly eyebrow-raising, Cook did hit...
Paul Skenes lasts just 5 innings, but Pirates top Cubs in 10 innings
It’s a rare occasion when Paul Skenes takes the mound and isn’t the major storyline. But Friday afternoon in Chicago fit that bill, as Skenes pitched only five frames, tying a season low, in the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2-1 win in 10 innings over the Cubs. Skenes (1.78 ERA) took a...
Pirates transfer catcher Endy Rodriguez to 60-day IL, claim righty Michael Darrell-Hicks off waivers
The Pittsburgh Pirates claimed right-handed pitcher Michael Darrell-Hicks off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels and optioned him to Triple-A Indianapolis. Darrell-Hicks, 27, was designated for assignment on June 8. He went 1-0 with a 9.39 ERA in six relief outings and 7 ⅔ innings with the Angels on the...
Pirates reliever Isaac Mattson builds momentum with another scoreless outing
Isaac Mattson wasn’t exactly sure what he’d do with his game ball June 7 after picking up his first MLB win and helping the Pittsburgh Pirates to a narrow victory over the Philadelphia Phillies. Mattson, relieving starter Andrew Heaney with no outs, a runner on third base and a tie...
On Sports: A less controversial Pitt-Steelers news crossover; Penguins Cup-iversaryVideo
In Friday’s “On Sports,” Pitt and the Steelers shared a headline far less controversial than last time, when Beanie Bishop had Panthers and West Virginia fans (with the Steelers caught in between) at each other’s throats. Additionally, the Penguins passed the anniversary date of two of their Stanley Cup titles....
Home runs sink Pirates, Andrew Heaney in another 1-run loss
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ season continues to teeter on the brink as a result of a poor first two months. But winning six of nine during their recent homestand, as well as nine of their last 14 games overall, was encouraging, however large the Pirates’ overall hole continues to be. Looking...
On Sports: Why was Jaromir Jagr in Pittsburgh?; Bubba Chandler can’t find plateVideo
In Thursday’s “On Sports,” top Pittsburgh Pirates prospect Bubba Chandler delivered an unappetizing outing at Triple-A Indianapolis, calling into question the immediate prospects for a promotion to the major league club. Plus, Jaromir Jagr was on the ground in Pittsburgh, where the Penguins presented him with his Emmy won last...
‘I wouldn’t change a thing’: New Penguins coach Dan Muse confident in his background, experienceVideo
As he gets settled in as coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins, two things are true about Dan Muse. For starters, he couldn’t have arrived at the helm of an NHL franchise without a strong knowledge of the game of hockey, plus the ability to impart information to players. But Muse...
On Sports: Kenny Pickett, Diontae Johnson get started at Browns minicamp; another hard-luck loss for Mitch KellerVideo
Highlighted by Aaron Rodgers meeting the Pittsburgh press for the first time Tuesday, as well as T.J. Watt’s absence, Day 1 of Steelers minicamp contained plenty of notable storylines. But in Wednesday’s On Sports, we take a glance across the AFC North to Berea, Ohio, where the Cleveland Browns got...
Paul Skenes solid, Andrew McCutchen records tiebreaking RBI single as Pirates sweep Phillies
Given how the season has gone for the Pittsburgh Pirates, it’s unsurprising that before this weekend at PNC Park, they had failed to record a sweep entering their 21st series of the year. But back-to-back wins over the Philadelphia Phillies set up that scenario Sunday, and the Pirates had the...
Pirates announce Kiki Cuyler, Vern Law, Al Oliver as HOF Class of 2025
The Pittsburgh Pirates revealed their Hall of Fame Class of 2025 in advance of Saturday afternoon’s matchup at PNC Park against the Philadelphia Phillies. This year’s three-member class is composed of outfielder Kiki Cuyler, pitcher Vern Law and outfielder/first baseman Al Oliver. Cuyler (1898-1950) played for the Pirates from 1921-27,...
Pirates’ Endy Rodriguez heads back to IL; reliever Isaac Mattson, catcher Brett Sullivan promoted
The Pittsburgh Pirates made roster moves Saturday afternoon ahead of their home game vs. the Philadelphia Phillies. Catcher Endy Rodriguez was placed on the 10-day injured list and, with Joey Bart still sidelined because of a concussion, fellow catcher Brett Sullivan had his contract selected from Triple-A Indianapolis. To make...
Panthers AD Greene on seismic House vs. NCAA settlement: ‘Pitt Athletics is definitely ready for this’Video
A new era in collegiate sports has officially arrived. On Friday, U.S. District Judge Claudia Wilken approved a 10-year, $2.8 billion settlement to the House vs. NCAA lawsuit originally filed in 2020 by Arizona State swimmer Grant House and TCU basketball player Sedona Prince. Wilken’s ruling came after extensive litigation...
The week ahead: Pirates to host Marlins, visit Cubs
Here’s a look at next week’s Pirates schedule: vs. Marlins 6:40 p.m. Monday (SN PIT) 6:40 p.m. Tuesday (SN PIT) 12:35 p.m. Wednesday (SN PIT) • Two sad scenes played out for the Marlins this week when they hosted the woeful Colorado Rockies at loanDepot Park, beginning with attendance. Granted,...
Pirates prospect watch: Sean Sullivan pitching well at Double-A following shoulder injury
Sean Sullivan Position: RHP Height: 6-foot-1 Weight: 195 pounds Level: Double-A Altoona Notable: Last summer, Sean Sullivan dealt with a shoulder injury that ended his campaign with the Altoona Curve in late June after 15 appearances (13 starts), depriving the right-hander of an opportunity to build off his 2023 season,...
Pirates’ Braxton Ashcraft adjusting seamlessly to relief role as big-league career beginsVideo
If Braxton Ashcraft has any unease about beginning his big-league career as a reliever, compared to coming up through the minor leagues as a starter, he isn’t showing it. In fact, through three relief outings, Ashcraft has looked like he belongs. To be sure, there are differences in preparation as...
On Sports: Bubba Chandler still not called up; ex-Penguin Kasperi Kapanen shines in Stanley Cup Final
Reports of Aaron Rodgers planning to join the Steelers on a one-year deal undoubtedly dominated the headlines in Pittsburgh sports Thursday, but news on top Pirates prospect Bubba Chandler — at least of an anticipated promotion to the big-leagues — was not forthcoming. Plus, former Penguin Kasperi Kapanen put together...
Pirates’ Nick Gonzales relishes being back following 2-month recovery from ankle fracture
Nick Gonzales hadn’t quite forgotten what it was like driving to PNC Park with the knowledge he would be in the starting lineup, yet when he did Tuesday for the first time in more than two months, it evoked strong emotions. Gonzales’ 2025 season was derailed almost as soon as...
On Sports: Pitt players react to slight from Beanie Bishop. Spoiler alert: They didn’t like itVideo
In Thursday’s “On Sports,” Pitt players react to a viral slight from Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Beanie Bishop, a West Virginia alum. New Penguins coach Dan Muse has a few lesser-known connections to Pittsburgh and his new organization. Plus, the Pirates’ Andrew McCutchen reached his 16th anniversary of making it to...
Pirates catcher Joey Bart remains in concussion protocol; reliever Dauri Moreta closes in on Tommy John recovery
Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Joey Bart has returned to full baseball activities but remains in concussion protocol after absorbing multiple blows behind the plate May 27 against the Arizona Diamondbacks, said Pirates director of sports medicine Todd Tomczyk. Bart, 28, was placed on the seven-day injured list May 28 after being...
On Sports: Steelers reportedly bringing in receiver for visit; NHL draft draws nearerVideo
In Wednesday’s installment of “On Sports,” the Pittsburgh Steelers have reportedly zoomed in on a candidate to fill a void at the wide receiver No. 2 spot. It’s also NHL Combine week, with the top hockey prospects gathering in Buffalo, N.Y., ahead of the 2025 draft. Plus, an MLB umpire...
Pirates shut out for 10th time, squandering 8-inning gem from Paul Skenes
This season, the Pittsburgh Pirates have showcased a remarkable propensity for wasting quality starts and otherwise solid outings by their rotation thanks to minimal offensive production. During his final start of May, Paul Skenes experienced a departure from that norm, when the Pirates plated 10 runs behind him. However, Tuesday...
Pirates reinstate INF Nick Gonzales from IL, recall RHP Kyle Nicolas from Triple-A
The Pittsburgh Pirates ended the rehabilitation assignment of infielder Nick Gonzales and activated him from the 60-day injured list Tuesday, the club announced. To make room for Gonazles on the 26- and 40-man rosters, infielder Nick Solak had his contract assigned outright to Triple-A Indianapolis. In addition, reliever Kyle Nicolas...
Pirates claim utilityman Ronny Simon from Marlins, DFA reliever Tanner Rainey
The Pittsburgh Pirates claimed infielder/outfielder Ronny Simon off waivers from the Miami Marlins on Monday afternoon. Simon, 25, was immediately optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis. In a corresponding transaction, reliever Tanner Rainey was designated for assignment, creating a spot for Simon on the 40-man roster. Simon made his MLB debut with...
Pirates prospect watch: Greensboro’s Esmerlyn Valdez pacing all of High-A in homers
Esmerlyn Valdez Position: OF/1B Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 181 pounds Level: High-A Greensboro International free agent signings are often hit or miss. In the case of young Latin American ballplayers who ink contracts with MLB clubs, it can be a slow burn to find out exactly what kind of skill set...
