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Mark Madden: Paul Skenes signing an extension with the Pirates makes no sense … for him
Somebody employed by the Pittsburgh Pirates’ radio network says the team is talking to Paul Skenes about a long-term contract extension. Breaking news or absolute fabrication? I know how I’m betting. This report strikes me as fiction concocted to dilute negative PR from a trade deadline that reiterated the organizational...
Pirates reliever Cam Sanders turns in MLB debut performance suitable for framing
Cam Sanders was still riding the “roller coaster of emotions” after making his major league debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates when he joked that he finally got the feeling back in his legs after the game. As the son of seven-year veteran pitcher Scott Sanders, Cam grew up in big...
Pirates farm report for Aug. 5, 2025: Konnor Griffin homers in Greensboro win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 65-43) lost 7-6 to Omaha (Royals) in 10 innings. RHP Bubba Chandler (3.69) started and went 4⅔ innings, allowing three runs on eight hits, including a homer. He walked one and struck out seven. RHP Chase Shugart (0.00) threw a no-hit seventh. RHP Eddy Yean (6-4, 2.87) gave...
Logan Webb strikes out 10, Giants hit 3 homers off Mike Burrows to beat Pirates
Only six days after Mike Burrows used his changeup to finish off a series sweep of the San Francisco Giants with a six-inning gem, the Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander faced Logan Webb in a rematch. Where Webb commanded the strike zone in recording 10 strikeouts without a walk, Burrows was frustrated...
Righty reliever Cam Sanders gets call of lifetime, provides Pirates with bullpen depth
Cam Sanders was watching the Pittsburgh Pirates play the San Francisco Giants on Monday night and saw that their bullpen was taxed after using four relievers to cover the final eight innings. Sanders got a phone call from Triple-A Indianapolis manager Shawn Bowman, who asked if he was sitting down....
Relievers making their own comebacks lend a hand to Johan Oviedo in win over Giants
Johan Oviedo waited almost two years to take the mound for a major league game, and the Pittsburgh Pirates were excited to see the right-hander return from Tommy John surgery and a lat strain. The Pirates had no idea that Oviedo would last only one inning Monday night against the...
Jack Suwinski’s 2-run home run and headfirst slide lift Pirates to win
With one swing, Jack Suwinski revived the Pittsburgh Pirates and started a rally. But it was his head-first slide into home plate that provided the game-winning run in a comeback victory over the San Francisco Giants. Suwinski hit a two-run home run in the seventh inning, then slid under the...
Pirates ace Paul Skenes honored as National League pitcher of the month for July
From starting for the National League in the All-Star Game to holding opponents scoreless in four of his five starts to recording a double-digit strikeout game, Paul Skenes had an amazing July. Now, the Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander is being honored for it. Skenes was voted the NL Pitcher of the...
Mark Madden: Stop supporting the Pittsburgh Pirates
The stooges will soon resume hyping the great Paul Skenes (who wasn’t so great in the sixth inning Saturday) and the coming excellence of prospect Konnor Griffin (got to kick that can down the road). But first, let’s sum up what the Pittsburgh Pirates did at Thursday’s trade deadline: They...
‘Rock’ bottom: Pirates’ absurd loss to Rockies, Ben Cherington’s comical trade deadline spin plunge team to new depths
Sharky’s Café was still stuffed with Pittsburgh Steelers fans long after the team’s Friday night practice had ended at Latrobe Memorial Stadium. There were T.J. Watt, Cam Heyward and Pat Freiermuth jerseys as far as the eye could see. By 11:45 p.m., though, the “how do yinz think Will Hahherrrd...
After long recovery, Johan Oviedo to make his 1st start for Pirates since September 2023
When Johan Oviedo visited Pittsburgh two weeks ago, it was a one-day break from his rehabilitation assignment for a throwing session and meetings with Pirates pitching coaches Oscar Marin and Brent Strom. This time, Oviedo’s return to PNC Park will be a celebratory occasion, as the 6-foot-6, 275-pound right-hander is...
Spencer Horwitz hits 2 homers, 6 RBIs, as Pirates protect lead to avoid a Rockies sweep
For the third consecutive game, the Pittsburgh Pirates hit a home run in the first inning and then built a big lead against the Colorado Rockies. For the second straight day, the Rockies rallied in the sixth. For the first time, the Pirates pulled out a win. Spencer Horwitz had...
Pirates farm report for Aug. 3, 2025: Ronny Simon’s 5 RBIs carry Indianapolis to win
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 64-42) crushed Iowa (Cubs), 12-4. DH Ronny Simon (.301) was 3 for 6 with a double and five RBIs, including a three-run homer. 2B/LF Nick Yorke (.277) was 3 for 6 with two RBIs, including his seventh homer of the season. 3B Cam Devanney (.276) was 2 for...
Pirates farm report for Aug. 2, 2025: Tony Blanco Jr.’s walk-off homer seals Bradenton victory
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 63-42) took down Iowa (Cubs), 5-2. 1B Nick Solak (.366) was 2 for 5 with a two-run homer. DH Rafael Flores (.244), newly acquired from the Yankees, was 2 for 3 with a walk, RBI and run scored. C Shawn Ross (.224) knocked in a run. CF Ji...
Rockies overcome another deficit, rally with 6-run 6th inning to clinch series win over Pirates
For the Pittsburgh Pirates, the best way to recover from blowing a nine-run cushion in a loss to the Colorado Rockies on Friday night was to have two-time All-Star Paul Skenes start Saturday afternoon. Liover Peguero provided the pop to provide the Pirates a four-run lead, and Skenes served as...
Full Count: A blown 9-run lead at Rockies has Jim Rooker wondering how low Pirates will go
Jim Rooker knows what you’re thinking. Yes, he’s glad Pittsburgh Pirates play-by-play announcer Greg Brown didn’t dare utter the words Friday night after a nine-run first inning against the Colorado Rockies. “If we lose this game, I’ll walk back to Pittsburgh.” The Philadelphia Phillies made Rooker regret making that statement...
The week ahead: Pirates to welcome Giants, Reds
Here’s a look at next week’s Pittsburgh Pirates schedule: vs. Giants 6:40 p.m. Monday (SN PIT) 6:40 p.m. Tuesday (SN PIT) 12:35 p.m. Wednesday (SN PIT) • The Giants come to town looking for revenge after being swept by the Pirates earlier this week. The Bucs outscored San Francisco, 11-7,...
Pirates prospect watch: Reliever Beau Burrows completes tour of minor-league system
Beau Burrows Position: RHP Height: 6-foot-2 Weight: 210 pounds Level: Triple-A Notable: Beau Burrows has visited his share of Pirates minor-league facilities this season. The righty reliever was called up to Triple-A Indianapolis this week to complete his tour through the Bucs minor-league system. He suited up for Low-A Bradenton,...
Bucs Beat Q&A: Andy Bednar talks trade, memories of son David’s time as Pirates closer
David Bednar’s father, Andy, talks with TribLive for this week’s Bucs Beat Q&A: How hard was it to see David get traded after being able to enjoy watching him play for the Pirates? I think about this a lot. Originally, you’re happy that your kid is going to play college...
Pirates recall righty reliever Dauri Moreta, who returns to majors after Tommy John surgery
The Pittsburgh Pirates shook up their bullpen a day after it blew a nine-run lead against baseball worst team. The Pirates recalled right-handed reliever Dauri Moreta from Triple-A Indianapolis before Saturday’s game against the Colorado Rockies, marking his return to the major leagues after recovering from Tommy John surgery. To...
Mark Madden’s Hot Take: Even a salary cap couldn’t fix the Pirates
MLB needs a salary cap. The payroll imbalance is too great. Four layers of playoffs disguise and dilute the competitive imbalance by adding an element of randomness. But too many teams have zero chance going into a given season. Or, in the Pittsburgh Pirates’ case, a given decade. A salary...
Rockies overcome Pirates’ 9-run 1st inning, cap comeback with Brenton Doyle’s walk-off homer
When the Pittsburgh Pirates turned the thin air at Coors Field into rarefied air with a 10-hit, nine-run first inning, it looked like they were headed for a runaway victory against the worst team in baseball. Instead, the Colorado Rockies staged an incredible comeback. Brenton Doyle hit a two-run, walk-off...
Pirates farm report for Aug. 1, 2025: Billy Cook knocks in 4 runs as Indy wins in 10 innings
INDIANAPOLIS (Triple-A, 62-42) scored three runs in the top of 10th and defeated Iowa (Cubs), 8-5, in extra innings. LF Billy Cook (.252) was 3 for 5 with a double, triple, two runs scored and four RBIs. DH Nick Yorke (.270) was 1 for 4 with a walk, two RBIs...
Pirates add LHP Ryan Borucki, 3B Jared Triolo, RHPs Thomas Harrington, Kyle Nicolas to roster
The Pittsburgh Pirates replaced the four players they traded by adding three pitchers and a position player to the active roster before Friday’s game at the Colorado Rockies. The Pirates activated left-handed reliever Ryan Borucki from a rehabilitation assignment to replace lefty Caleb Ferguson, who was dealt to the Seattle...
Trade-deadline deals open opportunities for Pirates at 3rd base, starting rotation, bullpen
By dealing third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes, left-handed reliever Caleb Ferguson, closer David Bednar and lefty starter Bailey Falter at the trade deadline, the Pittsburgh Pirates created four openings in their lineup. Pirates general manager Ben Cherington indicated one of the beneficiaries will be Jared Triolo, the 2024 NL Gold Glove...
