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Pirates Acquire Right-Handed Pitcher Jeter Martinez From Seattle For Left-Handed Pitcher Caleb Ferguson

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The Pittsburgh Pirates tonight acquired right-handed pitcher Jeter Martinez from Seattle, in exchange for left-handed pitcher Caleb Ferguson. Martinez was rated by both MLB Pipeline (No. 13) and Baseball America (No. 22) as a top-30 prospect in Seattle’s organization at the time he was acquired. The 19-year-old Martinez went 2-6

Pirates Acquire Left-Handed Pitcher Taylor Rogers And Infielder Sammy Stafura From Cincinnati For Infielder Ke'Bryan Hayes

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The Pittsburgh Pirates today acquired left-handed pitcher Taylor Rogers and infielder Sammy Stafura (pronounced “stuh-FOUR-uh”) from Cincinnati, in exchange for infielder Ke’Bryan Hayes. Rogers was 2-2 with a 2.45 ERA (33.0ip/9er) and 34 strikeouts in 40 relief appearances with Cincinnati at the time he was acquired by Pittsburgh today. Over

Pirates Set To Celebrate Dave Parker On His National Baseball Hall Of Fame Induction Weekend

Team Unveils Jersey Patch, On-Field Stencil and More to Honor the Late Slugger
July 24, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates are scheduled to celebrate the life and career of former Pirates outfielder Dave Parker throughout the upcoming series vs. the Arizona Diamondbacks this weekend. The beloved slugger will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame this Sunday in Cooperstown, New York. Parker was selected by

Pirates Sign 2025 First-Round Draft Pick Seth Hernandez 

July 22, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced the club has signed right-handed pitcher Seth Hernandez, who was selected with the sixth overall pick in the first round of the 2025 First-Year Player Draft. Hernandez was rated by Baseball America as the No. 2 prospect in this year’s draft (No. 3 by MLB

Pirates Acquire Infielder Cam Devanney From Kansas City

July 16, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today acquired infielder Cam Devanney (pronounced duh-VAY-nee) from the Kansas City Royals in exchange for infielder/outfielder Adam Frazier. The 28-year-old Devanney has played all of his 69 games this season with Triple-A Omaha, where he hit .272 (67-for-246) with 14 doubles, two triples, 18 home runs, 55

Pirates Select Pitcher Seth Hernandez In First Round Of 2025 First-Year Player Draft

July 13, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that the club has selected right-handed pitcher Seth Hernandez with the sixth overall pick in the first round of the 2025 First-Year Player Draft. Hernandez was rated by Baseball America as the No. 2 prospect in this year’s draft (No. 3 by MLB Pipeline) as

Pirates Unveil Plans For Permanent Bronze Fan Message Display At PNC Park

Team Presents Plan of Permanent Display to Pittsburgh Sports Exhibition Authority
July 10, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today presented the final plans for the installation of commemorative bronze plaques at PNC Park, adorning the messages originally displayed at the ballpark as part of the “Bucco Bricks” program. The presentation to the Sports Exhibition Authority (SEA) of Pittsburgh was given by Pirates President Travis Williams

Pirates Announce Second Round Of Fields For Kids Grant Recipients For 2025 

July 1, 2025

Pirates Charities today announced the recipients of the second round of the “Fields for Kids” matching grant program for 2025. This is the second of three rounds of grants that will be issued during the 2025 season. With the second round of matching grants supporting nine area youth baseball and

Pirates And Braves Make Trade (Colin Holderman Also Has Rehab Assignment Transferred to Triple-A Indianapolis)

July 1, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today acquired minor league outfielder Titus Dumitru and cash considerations from the Atlanta Braves, in exchange for right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton. The 22-year-old Dumitru batted .231 (58-for-251) with 27 runs, nine doubles, two triples, three home runs, 36 RBI, 26 walks, 13 stolen bases and 27 runs

Konnor Griffin And Esmerlyn Valdez To Represent Pirates Organization At The All-Star Futures Game

June 30, 2025

Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin and outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez have been named to the National League roster for this season’s All-Star Futures Game. The 26th edition of the Futures Game will be played on Saturday, July 12 at Truist Park in Cumberland, Georgia. The 19-year-old Griffin is currently rated by

Pirates Mourn The Passing Of Dave Parker

June 28, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today confirmed the passing of legendary Pirates National Baseball Hall of Famer Dave Parker. Parker was 74 years old. “We are heartbroken to learn of the passing of Dave Parker. A beloved member of the Pirates family, ‘The Cobra’ was one of the most dominating and intimidating

Pirates Sign Left-Handed Pitcher Génesis Cabrera To A One-Year Major League Contract

June 26, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today signed left-handed pitcher Génesis Cabrera to a one-year Major League contract. Right-handed pitcher Michael Darrell-Hicks has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis to make room on the 26-man active roster. Right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton has been designated for assignment to make room on the 40-man roster. Cabrera

Pirates Claim Right-Handed Pitcher Michael Darrell-Hicks Off Waivers From The Los Angeles Angels

June 13, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today claimed right-handed pitcher Michael Darrell-Hicks off waivers from the Los Angeles Angels and optioned him to Triple-A Indianapolis. Catcher/first baseman Endy Rodríguez has been transferred to the 60-day injured list to make room for Darrell-Hicks on the 40-man roster. The 27-year-old Darrell-Hicks, who was designated for

Pirates Claim Infielder/Outfielder Ronny Simon Off Waivers From Miami

June 2, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today claimed infielder/outfielder Ronny Simon off waivers from the Miami Marlins and optioned him to Triple-A Indianapolis. Right-handed pitcher Tanner Rainey has been designated for assignment to make room for Simon on the 40-man roster. The 25-year-old Simon began this season with Triple-A Jacksonville, where he hit

Pirates Announce Updates To Major League Coaching Staff

May 16, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that Chris Truby and Gene Lamont have joined the Major League coaching staff. The announcement was made by Pirates General Manager Ben Cherington and Manager Don Kelly. Truby, whose role will be as a coach on the Major League staff, began this year as Triple-A

Pirates Relieve Manager Derek Shelton Of His Duties

Pirates Bench Coach, Don Kelly, Named Manager
May 8, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced today that Derek Shelton has been relieved of his duties as Pirates manager. “Derek worked incredibly hard and sacrificed a lot over five-plus years. His family became a big part of the Pirates family, and we will miss that,” said Pirates General Manager Ben Cherington. “He’s

Roster move

May 2, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today recalled infielder Liover Peguero (pronounced LEE-over puh-GAIR-oh) from Triple-A Indianapolis. Right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton was optioned to Indianapolis following yesterday’s game to make room for Peguero on the 26-man active roster. The 24-year-old Peguero was hitting .258 (23-for-89) with six doubles, one triple, one home run,

Statement from Bob Nutting on fan accident

May 1, 2025

During the seventh inning of last night’s game, a fan fell from the right-field seats onto the field of play. Pittsburgh City Police, Pittsburgh EMS, Pirates and Cubs medical staff, and other PNC Park personnel responded immediately and administered emergency care. He was transported to Allegheny General Hospital. Any update

Pittsburgh Pirates statement on fan accident

April 30, 2025

Tonight, during the seventh inning of the game at PNC Park, an adult male fell from the right field bleachers onto the field of play. Pittsburgh EMS, as well as the Pirates and Cubs athletic training teams and other PNC Park personnel reacted and responded immediately and administered care. He

Roster move

April 29, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today placed right-handed pitcher Dennis Santana on the Major League Bereavement/Family Medical Emergency List (effective April 28). Right-handed pitcher Hunter Stratton has been recalled from Triple-A Indianapolis. Stratton was 0-1 with a 5.40 ERA (11.2ip/7er) in 10 appearances this season with Indianapolis. Stratton will wear uniform No.

Pittsburgh Pirates And VALR Energy announce partnership

The Nitrogen-Infused Beverage Brand is Now the Official Energy Drink of the Pirates
April 29, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced a multi-year partnership with VALR Energy, naming the nitrogen-infused, functional beverage brand the Official Energy Drink of the Pittsburgh Pirates. As the organization celebrates the 25th season of PNC Park, the Pirates are teaming up with VALR Energy to fuel the next era of excitement

Pirates return home to PNC Park for the third homestand of 2025

Pirates to Welcome the Chicago Cubs and San Diego Padres
April 28, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates are back at PNC Park to begin a six-game homestand starting with a three-game weekday series beginning Tuesday against the Chicago Cubs, directly followed by a three-game weekend series as the team hosts the San Diego Padres beginning Friday. Highlights for this homestand include 80’s Night with

Pirates Charities set to celebrate May's Mental Health Awareness Month with annual Family Walk

Fans are encouraged to register before May 1 for special pricing
April 25, 2025

The Pirates Charities Family Walk, presented by Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, will take place on Saturday, May 24 at PNC Park. The event will benefit Pirates Charities and Allegheny Health Network’s mental health programming and initiatives. Fans of all ages can register for the event now at pirates.com/familywalk. Pirates

Pirates announce more details regarding Paul Skenes Bobblehead distribution from Saturday

Team Working to Get Bobbleheads to All Fans Who Scanned into PNC Park After Initial 20,000 Allotment was Distributed
April 23, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today sent email communication to all fans who entered PNC Park on Saturday, April 19, after the initial allotment of 20,000 bobbleheads were distributed. The Pirates are working to ensure that all fans who attended Saturday’s game and did not receive a bobblehead at the gate will

Roster moves

April 16, 2025

The Pittsburgh Pirates today ended the rehabilitation assignment of infielder Jared Triolo and reinstated him to the Major League roster. Infielder Tsung-Che Cheng has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis.