https://rumbunter.comhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-three-error-nightmare-exposes-a-season-long-flaw-they-can-t-keep-dismissing-01m1861hp7gz?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m1861hp7gzIf the Pirates intend to operate like contenders, cleaning up their defense has to become a priority.Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:06:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/mlb-s-proposed-roster-overhaul-could-take-away-one-of-the-pirates-favorite-roster-building-crutches-01m154e5tg4y?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m154e5tg4yThe Pirates have spent years emphasizing roster flexibility, but Major League Baseball’s latest collective bargaining proposal would make that style of roster construction considerably harder.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 21:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/3-pirates-prospects-who-absolutely-should-not-be-september-call-ups-01m156z0429k?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m156z0429kAs MLB rosters expand from 26 to 28 players in September, the Pirates should call up prospects who can realistically help them win games.Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:09:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/nl-wild-card-standings-pirates-facing-final-chance-to-climb-back-into-race-despite-slim-odds-01m12p5wk1sn?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m12p5wk1snThe Pirates are barely clinging onto life in the NL Wild Card race, but a favorable schedule down the stretch could prove to be the lifeline they need.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 23:07:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-may-have-solved-camilo-doval-mystery-that-yankees-couldn-t-crack-01m12efnrvdn?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m12efnrvdnCamilo Doval looks like a new pitcher as the Pittsburgh Pirates seem to have figured out a fix that eluded the New York Yankees.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 20:47:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-can-make-sure-the-cardinals-playoff-hopes-die-with-theirs-this-weekend-01m12p3fndzc?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m12p3fndzcThe Pirates have an opportunity this weekend to make life considerably more miserable for one of their oldest division rivals.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 14:21:03 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-have-2-obvious-september-promotions-to-make-while-waiting-for-konnor-griffin-01m12hdt0se3?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m12hdt0se3The Pirates will have two additional roster spots to work with beginning Sept. 1, with Konnor Griffin eligible to come off the IL soon after.Fri, 28 Aug 2026 11:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-can-no-longer-make-excuses-for-their-offense-falling-off-a-cliff-01m12abgc8sa?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m12abgc8saThe Pirates offense that spent much of the first half looking like one of baseball’s biggest surprises has become almost unrecognizable.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 21:01:28 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-must-resist-eugenio-suarez-temptation-after-reds-put-veteran-slugger-on-waivers-01m12340pzdw?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m12340pzdwThe Pirates were one of the finalists for Eugenio Suárez in free agency, but that doesn't mean he makes sense for them now.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:54:01 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/nick-gonzales-could-crash-2026-silver-slugger-race-in-a-surprising-spot-01m0zg99wwfw?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0zg99wwfwWith a little more than a month remaining in the 2026 season, Nick Gonzales has quietly put himself in position to crash the NL Silver Slugger race — just perhaps not at the position you'd expect.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 14:11:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oneil-cruz-s-lost-2026-season-could-haunt-the-pirates-for-years-01m0znfdpnw2?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0znfdpnw2Oneil Cruz's injury-plagued 2026 season might go down as one of the biggest what-ifs in Pirates history.Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:57:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/heartbreaking-endy-rodriguez-injury-update-puts-more-than-just-his-pirates-season-at-risk-01m0zzpb58qq?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0zzpb58qqEndy Rodriguez's breakout made it easy to imagine him becoming the Pirates’ long-term catcher, but his latest surgery is a brutal reminder of why they can't afford to count on it.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:46:32 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-suddenly-look-brilliant-for-passing-on-mason-miller-01m0zc4de47e?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0zc4de47eOn Tuesday, the superstar closer the Pirates didn't acquire gave up the decisive home run, while the closer they already had finished the game.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:35:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-just-made-his-months-of-frustrating-changes-look-pointless-01m0z6fk3g3g?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0z6fk3g3gPaul Skenes' Tuesday start gave us reason to wonder whether the constant pursuit of an answer to his season-long struggles only compounded the problem.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 14:47:40 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-prospect-update-jhostynxon-garcia-injury-edward-florentino-milestone-tony-blanco-jr-01m0wz0xm3x7?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0wz0xm3x7A pair of hitting prospects continue to add to what has become a breakout power season in the Pirates' farm system.Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:54:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/murf-gray-s-rapid-rise-could-tempt-pirates-into-a-costly-mistake-01m0nx4q2pdp?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01m0nx4q2pdpMurf Gray seems destined to be the Pirates' third baseman of the future, but rushing him to the Majors could hurt his development and cost Pittsburgh.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 23:09:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-august-collapse-shouldn-t-be-pinned-on-the-rookie-who-delayed-it-01m0wke8f1x1?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0wke8f1x1Esmerlyn Valdez helped delay the Pirates' collapse. Their inability to support him helped make it unavoidable.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:18:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/braxton-ashcraft-robbed-of-pirates-gem-by-baseball-s-dumbest-rule-01m0whaeqpsf?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0whaeqpsfBraxton Ashcraft did almost everything necessary to escape the sixth inning without allowing a run Monday. The one thing he missed had nothing to do with executing a pitch.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:50:12 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/top-pirates-prospect-is-ready-to-take-the-job-carmen-mlodzinski-fumbled-01m0tdad3eyv?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0tdad3eyvThe Pirates have spent the better part of August trying to make Carmen Mlodzinski work as their fifth starter, but they have a better option staring them in the face.Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/ben-cherington-hits-pirates-milestone-nobody-wanted-and-then-made-it-worse-01m0tdad4h7y?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0tdad4h7yThe Pirates have seven years of evidence that the Ben Cherington era has been a failure, and no hypothetical winning streak over the next five weeks should erase it.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 22:51:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/don-kelly-s-most-frustrating-habit-keeps-coming-back-to-hurt-pirates-01m0t6h9cdmb?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0t6h9cdmbDon Kelly’s tendency to over-manage games has been frustrating all season, but the Pirates' weekend series against the Dodgers might have been the most concentrated example yet.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 20:43:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-injury-update-konnor-griffin-nearing-return-ryan-o-hearn-timeline-revealed-endy-rodriguez-01m0t3gwb0g6?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0t3gwb0g6The Pittsburgh Pirates appear to be getting closer to welcoming Konnor Griffin and Ryan O'Hearn back to the lineup.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:33:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/astros-just-sent-message-to-pirates-about-ben-cherington-with-aggressive-front-office-decision-01m0t0j294e8?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0t0j294e8The Houston Astros just demonstrated what organizational accountability looks like, and the Pittsburgh Pirates should be paying attention.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:16:23 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/former-mlb-all-star-spots-concerning-change-in-paul-skenes-mechanics-with-pirates-01m0nrs4e04n?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m0nrs4e04nAs the Pittsburgh Pirates search for answers to Paul Skenes' struggles, Dan Plesac identifies the mechanical issue that could be at the root of his struggles.Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:55:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oneil-cruz-s-powerful-return-could-amplify-pirates-playoff-hopes-a-few-notches-01m0gmr56epg?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m0gmr56epgWith the Pirates desperately clinging to hope in the NL Wild Card race, the return of Oneil Cruz could finally start swinging momentum in their favor.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 19:11:50 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-can-fix-nick-gonzales-problem-without-sacrificing-his-bat-01m0mhe95hfg?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m0mhe95hfgThe Pittsburgh Pirates are finding that Nick Gonzales is a liability in the field, but his bat is too valuable to be removed from the lineup.Sun, 23 Aug 2026 11:03:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/henry-davis-has-solved-one-pirates-problem-but-can-t-escape-another-01m0gbvf5qxp?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m0gbvf5qxpHenry Davis's glove has been really good for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but it's not enough to overcome his offensive shortcomings.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 21:01:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-late-season-disaster-could-have-a-surprisingly-hopeful-ending-01m0607xwdj1?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m0607xwdj1Things aren't going well for the Pittsburgh Pirates right now, but it could provide valuable lessons for the future.Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:04:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-schedule-offers-a-massive-reward-if-they-can-survive-the-next-test-01m0jxevrrsx?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m0jxevrrsxAfter walking off the Detroit Tigers to close out their mid-August homestand, the Pirates must now go on the road to face the Dodgers, Padres, and Cardinals in order to prove they are playoff worthy.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:32:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-hint-at-carmen-mlodzkinski-plan-with-pitching-announcement-for-dodgers-series-01m0jvpk2bcj?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0jvpk2bcjThe Pittsburgh Pirates haven't officially removed Carmen Mlodzinski from the rotation, but their pitching plans for this weekend may be telling us everything we need to know.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:42:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-news-konnor-griffin-return-date-former-outfielder-claimed-nl-wild-card-race-01m0jabg0j50?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0jabg0j50The Pittsburgh Pirates could be getting two important pieces of their lineup back in relatively short order as they aim to stay afloat in the NL Wild Card race.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:05:16 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/dodgers-owner-s-financial-scrutiny-should-have-pirates-demanding-answers-from-mlb-01m0gfvt06cx?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0gfvt06cxThe Dodgers' endless supply of money has always seemed almost too good to be true, and MLB now owes its other 29 fanbases some reassurance that it wasn't.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:02:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/jared-triolo-is-giving-pirates-hope-history-says-won-t-last-01m08pq49v4b?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01m08pq49v4bJared Triolo is in the midst of his best month this season, though the Pirates should be wary about trusting these results, since historical precedent suggests it won't last.Fri, 21 Aug 2026 11:03:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-fans-have-one-big-question-after-giants-land-2028-all-star-game-01m05bbay040?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01m05bbay040The Pirates have one of the best stadiums in all of baseball, so why have they gone 20 years since hosting an All-Star Game?Thu, 20 Aug 2026 23:21:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-bullpen-overhaul-may-have-accidentally-revealed-their-closer-of-the-future-01m0g4dncpx6?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0g4dncpx6Pirates manager Don Kelly can refrain from attaching the closer label for as long as he wants, but Mason Montgomery is starting to earn it anyway.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:20:36 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-latest-warning-sign-should-finally-force-pirates-hand-01m0e18qwwtt?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0e18qwwttAfter a failed reset attempt, the Pirates may have no choice but to shut Paul Skenes down for the rest of the season.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:06:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-are-watching-esmerlyn-valdez-pass-an-important-rookie-test-01m08q79vbpg?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01m08q79vbpgPittsburgh Pirates rookie phenom Esmerlyn Valdez is busting out of his slump and answering an important question along the way.Thu, 20 Aug 2026 11:01:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/rafael-flores-jr-is-forcing-pirates-to-reconsider-his-current-role-01m0dyvttnsw?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0dyvttnswRafael Flores Jr. already made Pirates history coming off the bench with two homers against the Tigers.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:51:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-make-telling-catcher-trade-with-yankees-amid-endy-rodriguez-injury-concerns-01m0dr8v1sjb?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0dr8v1sjbThe Pittsburgh Pirates acquired veteran catcher Christian Bethancourt from the New York Yankees on Wednesday in exchange for cash considerations.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:03:14 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/braxton-ashcraft-made-history-vs-tigers-but-pirates-denied-him-a-chance-at-more-01m0d2effhfz?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0d2effhfzBraxton Ashcraft placed himself alongside Greg Maddux in the record books with his spectacular outing against the Tigers.Wed, 19 Aug 2026 14:36:49 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-are-betting-on-a-paul-skenes-solution-they-ve-already-seen-work-01m0b35k47a1?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0b35k47a1If the Pirates truly believe Paul Skenes is dealing with fatigue rather than an injury, there is at least some evidence that a few extra days between starts could make a meaningful difference. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:03:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oneil-cruz-is-finally-back-and-don-kelly-is-already-overthinking-it-01m0aqm6pnjp?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0aqm6pnjpThe Pirates activated Oneil Cruz off the IL Monday but didn't start him, citing Tigers left-hander Framber Valdez as the primary reason.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:33:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-injury-update-konnor-griffin-ahead-of-schedule-ryan-o-hearn-making-progress-01m0ak3a5zvz?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0ak3a5zvzThe Pirates are optimistic rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin could return when eligible to come off the IL on Sept. 4.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 16:15:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/3-pirates-pitchers-who-should-get-a-rotation-shot-after-carmen-mlodzinski-experiment-failed-01m0agdcar33?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m0agdcar33The Pittsburgh Pirates tried Carmen Mlodzinski in the rotation again, and they've seen enough.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 14:05:35 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/ben-cherington-finds-new-excuse-for-paul-skenes-concerning-slide-01m08830q3bz?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m08830q3bzPaul Skenes' continued struggles are frustrating, but not as frustrating as Ben Cherington’s latest attempt to explain where his fatigue might be coming from.Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:52:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-may-regret-overlooking-obvious-answer-to-their-lefty-problem-01m08830ngbm?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m08830ngbmFans and media members alike predictably questioned the Pirates' Sunday lineup before first pitch, but that lineup went on to score seven runs in the first three innings vs Boston.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 21:52:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oneil-cruz-return-provides-final-pirates-hope-for-playoff-berth-on-life-support-01m08k4wz8jk?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m08k4wz8jkOneil Cruz was activated from the 60-day injured list Monday after missing more than two months with non-displaced fractures in the fourth and fifth metacarpals of his left hand. Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:41:27 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-news-top-prospects-promoted-billy-cook-streak-ends-dennis-santana-01m082vm7yw2?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m082vm7yw2Right-hander Levi Sterling and left-hander Reinold Navarro have been promoted from Low-A Bradenton to High-A Greensboro.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 18:06:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oneil-cruz-s-pirates-rehab-delay-gets-frustrating-explanation-from-ben-cherington-01m080h5tkr8?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m080h5tkr8The good news is that Oneil Cruz's fractured left hand is healed. The frustrating news is that apparently doesn't mean he's ready to play.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 14:29:06 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-2026-draft-looks-even-more-impressive-after-new-mlb-pipeline-rankings-01m0417syp1j?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01m0417syp1jEven after graduating Konnor Griffin, the Pirates still have four prospects on MLB Pipeline's Top 100 prospect list.Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:52:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-revealing-admission-says-plenty-about-his-frustrating-pirates-season-01m05ca7pxtb?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m05ca7pxtbThe Pirates are giving Paul Skenes even more time between starts as his season-long struggles continue.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:01:23 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/3-pirates-who-survived-the-2026-trade-deadline-but-will-be-gone-in-offseason-01m012exewbr?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m012exewbrThree Pirates players in particular already look like they could be spending their final weeks in Pittsburgh.Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:07:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-can-t-afford-to-ignore-the-obvious-paul-skenes-decision-anymore-01m013qvgm1b?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m013qvgm1bRegardless of what the issue is with Paul Skenes, the Pirates have reached the point where the responsible decision may be to shut him down.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 21:01:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-concerning-struggles-may-come-down-to-one-subtle-change-01kzx6031kw9?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01kzx6031kw9The Pittsburgh Pirates might find that the answer to Paul Skenes' struggles might be incredibly simple.Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:04:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-discourse-has-crossed-a-line-it-never-needed-to-approach-01m00tcw04xp?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m00tcw04xpThere are plenty of legitimate criticisms of Paul Skenes available right now, but his body isn't one of them.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 22:16:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-are-wasting-luke-weaver-in-the-most-frustrating-way-possible-01m00a4vvwvf?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01m00a4vvwvfThe Pirates acquired Luke Weaver to protect leads, then promptly stopped giving him any leads to protect.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:47:58 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/former-top-pirates-prospect-is-helping-fuel-blue-jays-unlikely-playoff-push-01kzvby0h2v0?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzvby0h2v0A young hitter the Pirates gave away is suddenly providing exactly what the Blue Jays need as they try to turn a disappointing season into an improbable playoff appearance.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:55:46 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-failed-nick-gonzales-before-his-third-base-struggles-even-began-01kzvr13wxnz?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzvr13wxnzAfter learning more about how Nick Gonzales became Pittsburgh’s everyday third baseman in the first place, it’s difficult to put all of his defensive struggles on him.Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:53:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/endy-rodriguez-s-latest-injury-raises-an-increasingly-uncomfortable-pirates-question-01kzy3ywdmny?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzy3ywdmnyEndy Rodríguez is headed back to the injured list with left hip inflammation, raising more questions for the Pirates about his durability.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:09:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/braxton-ashcraft-may-be-pirates-best-hope-of-stabilizing-disastrous-second-half-01kzydae5qbe?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzydae5qbeBraxton Ashcraft delivered the finest start of his young career Thursday afternoon in Miami, tossing a complete game in Pittsburgh’s 13-1 victory over the Marlins.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:17:33 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-offensive-struggles-are-exposing-an-unfair-esmerlyn-valdez-reality-01kzsqcv523b?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01kzsqcv523bEsmerlyn Valdez has been stuck in a slump recently, which has called attention to the Pirates' lack of depth against left-handed pitching.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:12:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/carmen-mlodzinski-finally-got-his-pirates-wish-and-fell-flat-on-his-face-01kzwcbqm2vq?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzwcbqm2vqCarmen Mlodzinski complained his way back into the Pirates rotation, then failed to deliver. Twice.Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:49:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-bullpen-is-quietly-becoming-a-massive-post-deadline-bright-spot-01kzsn5bdfjg?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01kzsn5bdfjgThe Pirates went all-in on improving their bullpen at the trade deadline. Between the new recruits like Luke Weaver and Kirby Yates and the familiar names like Mason Montgomery, Pittsburgh is building a strong relief corps.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:01:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/oneil-cruz-rehab-assignment-isn-t-easing-the-pirates-biggest-concern-01kzv6fgp0xf?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzv6fgp0xfThere hasn’t been much about Oneil Cruz’s rehab stint that should have Pirates fans clamoring for his immediate activation. Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:56:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-comments-after-bizarre-paul-skenes-start-fuel-more-skepticism-01kzv3yczkn5?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzv3yczkn5Paul Skenes was removed after just five innings and 65 pitches against the Miami Marlins despite allowing only one earned run.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:30:24 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/a-salary-cap-wouldn-t-save-the-pirates-from-ben-cherington-s-incompetence-01kzrrcyajc6?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzrrcyajc6A salary cap/floor system would give the Pirates a fairer financial starting point, but it wouldn't make Ben Cherington better at his job.Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:53:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/jake-mangum-shouldn-t-be-the-punching-bag-for-pirates-fans-2026-misery-01kzrjsq76wc?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzrjsq76wcThere are plenty of deserving targets for Pirates fans' anger in 2026. Jake Mangum shouldn't be anywhere near the top of the list.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:24:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-marlins-rematch-is-a-chance-to-finally-stop-alarming-slide-01kzs22wxvtv?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzs22wxvtvMiami was one of the last teams to see something resembling vintage Paul Skenes before this prolonged skid began. Tue, 11 Aug 2026 21:12:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-let-an-obvious-answer-to-their-offensive-woes-slip-away-01kzppwmhxzw?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01kzppwmhxzwAustin Hays delivered a clutch moment mere hours after signing with the Padres, leaving questions about why the Pirates didn't pursue him as a solution to their biggest offensive problem.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:46:37 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-asked-fans-for-accountability-and-may-regret-getting-their-wish-01kzpa8d9zz5?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzpa8d9zz5Pirates leadership can't spend an offseason telling fans that the standard has changed, and then act surprised when those same fans become furious as the season begins to unravel.Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:56:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-are-proving-their-most-painful-tradition-is-alive-and-well-01kzp2hqk8bp?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzp2hqk8bpThe Pirates were actually supposed to contend this season. Instead, they are watching their playoff chances crater.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 23:06:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-news-termarr-johnson-injury-ji-hwan-bae-signs-with-rival-dennis-santana-01kzp2k5vn7r?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzp2k5vn7rTop Pirates prospect Termarr Johnson suffered a left knee injury, while two former Pirates have landed with new organizations.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:39:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-pitching-staff-has-no-excuse-for-stunning-fall-from-grace-as-playoffs-look-further-away-01kznzca7pz2?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kznzca7pz2There's plenty of blame to go around for the Pirates' increasingly precarious position in the NL playoff race, but the pitching staff needs to own what has happened.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:51:18 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-latest-paul-skenes-lineup-decision-feels-ominous-for-henry-davis-01kzj0f1wehj?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01kzj0f1wehjPaul Skenes had started 51 consecutive games with Henry Davis behind the plate. A lineup change may indicate that Davis's time in Pittsburgh may be drawing to a close.Mon, 10 Aug 2026 11:03:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-losing-recently-claimed-reliever-to-reds-could-annoyingly-affect-playoff-race?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01kzhxr1tyaaThe Pirates picked up reliever Ron Marinaccio in a trade with the Padres, but the reliever's struggles led to him being DFA'd. The division-rival Reds may have capitalized on Pittsburgh's woes.Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:12:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/this-pirates-prospect-is-forcing-his-way-into-pittsburgh-pitching-plans?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01kzdtj987n4The Pittsburgh Pirates have an under-the-radar young hurler tearing it up in Indianapolis who could solve a big need down the stretch.Sun, 09 Aug 2026 11:32:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-injury-update-endy-rodriguez-scratch-oneil-cruz-rehab-assignment-mitch-keller-01kzhpsnxckk?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzhpsnxckkEndy Rodríguez was a late scratch from the Pirates’ lineup Saturday, while Oneil Cruz appears to be closing in on a return.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 22:30:52 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-just-fueled-huge-expectations-for-pirates-first-round-pick?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01kxtfy5zdmsPaul Skenes' take on Derek Curiel shines a light on the Pittsburgh Pirates' first-rounder's potential as he draws a dynamite comparison.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 15:05:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-shrewd-jacob-gonzalez-pickup-can-t-erase-one-glaring-problem?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01kyk1rkptktThe Pirates struck gold in acquiring Jacob Gonzalez from the White Sox. The other player in the trade, Brandon Eisert, has been concerningly bad in his first few games with Pittsburgh.Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:03:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/don-kelly-s-most-criticized-pirates-decision-may-actually-save-their-rotation-01kze8f2zczy?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kze8f2zczyCarmen Mlodzinski is returning to the Pirates’ rotation Friday, and suddenly the controversial way Pittsburgh handled him out of the bullpen looks far more useful than it did a month ago.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:22:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-trade-deadline-failure-is-already-coming-back-to-haunt-them-01kzc9cc5saz?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01kzc9cc5sazThe Pittsburgh Pirates focused all of their efforts on upgrading the bullpen at the trade deadline, despite having an obvious need for a right-handed hitter as well.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:58:40 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/ben-cherington-somehow-turned-ke-bryan-hayes-into-baseball-s-hottest-reliever-01kz50wbvbvf?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01kz50wbvbvfOne year after salary-dumping Ke'Bryan Hayes at the trade deadline, the Pittsburgh Pirates have turned the top prospect acquired in that deal into Luke Weaver.Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:58:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/ben-cherington-s-oneil-cruz-injury-update-raises-more-questions-than-answers-for-pirates-01kz9pxpn119?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kz9pxpn119Oneil Cruz is eligible to be activated off the 60-day IL Friday, but Ben Cherington still cannot — or will not — provide even a rough timeline for his return.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 21:24:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/pirates-made-one-costly-mistake-that-turned-paul-skenes-slump-into-a-crisis-01kzbhmwkybz?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kzbhmwkybzPaul Skenes has become a major problem for a Pirates team attempting to remain in the playoff race, but a disastrous bullpen and unreliable defense erased their chance at building an early cushion.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:11:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/esmerlyn-valdez-s-rookie-of-the-month-honor-highlights-his-most-important-strength-01kz7m0zkvhg?utm_source=RSSStephen Parello01kz7m0zkvhgEsmerlyn Valdez has wowed Pittsburgh Pirates fans with his power, but it's another strength that makes everything come together.Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:53:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/paul-skenes-refusal-to-take-accountability-is-becoming-impossible-to-defend-01kz1pxxzv2b?utm_source=RSSAbigail Miskowiec01kz1pxxzv2bPaul Skenes has deflected questions about his fastball velocity all season long, but greater accountability and transparency would go a long way with Pirates fans.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 22:36:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/ben-cherington-doesn-t-deserve-applause-for-saving-pirates-from-his-own-marcell-ozuna-mistake-01kz9d0v60fj?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kz9d0v60fjReleasing Marcell Ozuna corrects the Pirates' roster, but it doesn't absolve the general manager who put him there.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 20:39:00 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/long-awaited-marcell-ozuna-rumors-coincide-with-pirates-latest-roster-move-01kz956m5mqq?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kz956m5mqqThe Pittsburgh Pirates are selecting the contract of Ronny Simon from Triple-A Indianapolis and released Marcell Ozuna.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:41:42 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/former-pirates-traded-at-2026-deadline-feature-catcher-whose-season-took-a-wild-turn-01kz7rp360ha?utm_source=RSSEmma Lingan01kz7rp360haThe Pittsburgh Pirates approached the 2026 trade deadline as buyers, but plenty of players with ties to the organization were involved in deals elsewhere.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 14:11:29 +0000enhttps://rumbunter.com/one-year-later-pirates-deadline-trades-tell-two-completely-different-stories-01kymynfnhfa?utm_source=RSSBrandon Glick01kymynfnhfaOne year after trading David Bednar and Ke'Bryan Hayes at the trade deadline, the Pittsburgh Pirates can safely say that one deal was a stroke of genius, while the other has been a massive failure.Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:53:00 +0000en