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Pavilion closure resumes after LECOM declines acquisition

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Pavilion closure resumes after LECOM declines acquisition

September 17, 2026

(Editor’s note: This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.) Kaleida Health has resumed plans to close The P...

Jones’ slider, Griffin’s speed leads Pirates to 1-0 win against Angels

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Jones’ slider, Griffin’s speed leads Pirates to 1-0 win against Angels

By COLIN BEAZLEY, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Sep 04, 2026

PITTSBURGH — For much of this season, the Pirates have implored Jared Jones to expand his arsenal to more than two pitches. But on Friday, those two p...

Pirates’ bullpen holds Giants to 2 hits in a series-clinching win

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Pirates’ bullpen holds Giants to 2 hits in a series-clinching win

By MATT PRESS, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Sep 03, 2026

PITTSBURGH — The Pirates found five different ways to score in their 5-2 win against the San Francisco Giants on Thursday afternoon at PNC Park, and n...

Pirates reliever Luke Weaver is doing his best to get comfortable with yet another new team

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Pirates reliever Luke Weaver is doing his best to get comfortable with yet another new team

Colin Beazley Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Aug 28, 2026

ST. LOUIS — A couple of things go into a return to St. Louis for Luke Weaver. On one hand, he’s coming back to where he got his first opportunity. He’...

The Pirates’ offense has disappeared since the All-Star break, tanking their playoff hopes

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The Pirates’ offense has disappeared since the All-Star break, tanking their playoff hopes

By COLIN BEAZLEY, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Aug 27, 2026

SAN DIEGO — After the Pirates’ series finale in San Diego, a 3-0 defeat to the Padres, Don Kelly was asked about the starting pitching. Braxton Ashcra...

Pirates activate Cruz ahead of big series vs. Tigers

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Pirates activate Cruz ahead of big series vs. Tigers

By COLIN BEAZLEY, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Aug 17, 2026

At long last, Oneil Cruz is officially back with the Pirates. Cruz was activated from his rehab assignment before Monday’s series opener against the D...

Ashcraft twirls first complete game, helps Pirates avoid sweep vs. Marlins

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Ashcraft twirls first complete game, helps Pirates avoid sweep vs. Marlins

By MATT PRESS, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Aug 13, 2026

MIAMI — Rafael Flores Jr. said he’s “nasty.” Jared Triolo alluded to his “strong demeanor” and an indescribable presence. When Braxton Ashcraft took t...

Late-season collapses are what the Pirates do best

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Late-season collapses are what the Pirates do best

By NOAH HILES, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Aug 10, 2026

PITTSBURGH — I was really hoping I wouldn’t have to write this column. While I’ve had my doubts about this Pirates team from the very beginning, there...

Pirates lose again, fall to last place in NL Central

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Pirates lose again, fall to last place in NL Central

By COLIN BEAZLEY, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Aug 06, 2026

MILWAUKEE — When the Pirates left for Cincinnati to start an eight-game road trip, they did so with hope. Hope for a strong trade deadline. Hope for s...

The Pirates release Ozuna, cutting their losses after a disastrous signing

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The Pirates release Ozuna, cutting their losses after a disastrous signing

By COLIN BEAZLEY, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Aug 05, 2026

MILWAUKEE — On a May Saturday in San Francisco, Marcell Ozuna sat on the clubhouse floor with his back against a pillar, a wad of chewing tobacco in h...

Bullpen upgrades at the deadline put pressure on the Pirates to finish the job

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Bullpen upgrades at the deadline put pressure on the Pirates to finish the job

By NOAH HILES, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Aug 03, 2026

PITTSBURGH — It took a little bit of time — probably way longer than most fans would’ve liked — but the Pittsburgh Pirates improved their roster befor...

5 teams the Pirates could partner with at the trade deadline

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5 teams the Pirates could partner with at the trade deadline

By COLIN BEAZLEY, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Jul 30, 2026

The Pirates plan to be buyers at the deadline. “I believe major league seasons, each one is precious,” general manager Ben Cherington said. “If you’re...

The Pirates were hit hard by injuries. Here’s how a few rookies have helped keep the team’s playoff hopes alive

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The Pirates were hit hard by injuries. Here’s how a few rookies have helped keep the team’s playoff hopes alive

By COLIN BEAZLEY, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Jul 23, 2026

NEW YORK — After Rafael Flores hit his first career homer in June, he made sure to throw in a jab at his friend and locker mate Tyler Callihan. Callih...

Meet the Big 30 Baseball and Softball All-Stars

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Meet the Big 30 Baseball and Softball All-Stars

Jul 15, 2026

Inside Pirates pitcher Ashcraft’s journey from gridiron stardom through injuries to his All-Star debut

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Inside Pirates pitcher Ashcraft’s journey from gridiron stardom through injuries to his All-Star debut

Colin Beazley Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Jul 14, 2026

PHILADELPHIA — Victor Black saw “it” in a Florida rainstorm. Bryan Kent saw “it” in a Texas state playoff elimination game. Brian Lane saw “it” in mid...

Bradford Majors fall 4-1 in District 10 championship

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Bradford Majors fall 4-1 in District 10 championship

By SARA EDDY FURLONG s.furlong@bradfordera.com

Jul 10, 2026

DuBOIS — The Bradford Regional Little League Major Baseball All-Stars put plenty of runners on base but couldn’t send them home, falling 4-1 to DuBois...

Cherington says the Pirates’ injuries have not changed the ‘opportunity in front of us’

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Cherington says the Pirates’ injuries have not changed the ‘opportunity in front of us’

By COLIN BEAZLEY, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Jul 09, 2026

The Pirates are dealing with a wave of injuries. Oneil Cruz and Spencer Horwitz are sidelined. Konnor Griffin missed nearly a month, played six games,...

Bradford shuts out Brookville 9-0; advances to District 10 championship

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Bradford shuts out Brookville 9-0; advances to District 10 championship

Advances to District 10 championship

By SARA EDDY FURLONG s.furlong@bradfordera.com

Jul 08, 2026

BROOKVILLE — The Bradford Regional Little League 11- and 12-year-old baseball all-stars stayed alive in the District 10 tournament Tuesday with a domi...

Pirates rookie phenom Konnor Griffin will miss 8-10 weeks with a torn tendon in his finger

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Pirates rookie phenom Konnor Griffin will miss 8-10 weeks with a torn tendon in his finger

By COLIN BEAZLEY, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette (TNS)

Jul 07, 2026

The Pirates are placing shortstop Konnor Griffin on the 10-day injured list with a torn tendon in his left ring finger, Pirates senior director of spo...

The Pirates are ‘disappointed’ that Lowe and Ashcraft are not All-Stars — yet

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The Pirates are ‘disappointed’ that Lowe and Ashcraft are not All-Stars — yet

By Colin Beazley, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Jul 06, 2026

WASHINGTON — On Saturday, Brandon Lowe and Bryan Reynolds found out that they weren’t selected to the All-Star Game. On Sunday, both homered to help t...

Bradford falls to DuBois 1-0 in extra innings; faces Brookville Tuesday

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Bradford falls to DuBois 1-0 in extra innings; faces Brookville Tuesday

Faces Brookville Tuesday

By SARA EDDY FURLONG s.furlong@bradfordera.com

Jul 06, 2026

Despite another dominant pitching performance, Bradford dropped a 1-0 decision to DuBois in extra innings of District 10 tournament baseball Thursday....