Roster move
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 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
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
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
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
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.
Pirates reinforce commitment to permanent display of fan messages At PNC Park
By way of open letter to Pirates fans, Pirates President Travis Williams today announced a program giving Pirates fans who donated to the original Bucco Brick program an opportunity to receive a complimentary commemorative replica of their brick.
Pirates return to PNC Park for the second homestand of 2025
The Pirates return home for the second homestand of the season with a four-game series beginning tonight against the Washington Nationals. The homestand concludes with three games against the Cleveland Guardians that gets underway Friday night. The Bucs will celebrate Jackie Robinson Day on Tuesday, April 15 while also hosting
Roster move
The Pittsburgh Pirates today recalled right-handed pitcher Kyle Nicolas from Triple-A Indianapolis. The 26-year-old righthander was scored upon twice in four appearances this season with Indianapolis prior to being promoted to the Pirates today. Nicolas also went 1-0 with a 1.00 ERA (9.0ip/2r/1er) in eight appearances this spring with the
Statement From Marc Fogel Following First Pitch Ceremony at PNC Park
On Monday, March 17, Pittsburgh Pirates Chairman Bob Nutting surprised Pittsburgh area native, Marc Fogel, with an invitation to toss out the ceremonial first pitch prior to today’s Pirates Home Opener at PNC Park. The sold-out PNC Park crowd warmly welcomed Fogel back home to Pittsburgh after being detained by
Roster moves
Outfielder Alexander Canario, who was acquired from the New York Mets on March 31, has officially been added to the 26-man Major League Roster. Infielder/outfielder Ji Hwan Bae has been optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis to make room for Canario on the active roster. In addition, catcher Jason Delay, who was
Roster moves
The Pittsburgh Pirates today selected the contract of right-handed pitcher Thomas Harrington to the 26-man Major-League roster. Harrington, who will make his big-league debut tonight at Tampa Bay, enters today rated No. 73 among Baseball America’s top-100 prospects (No. 78 by MLB Pipeline). The 23-year-old righthander finished second among Pirates
Pirates, PNC Bank announce lineup for 2025 Going to Bat for Small Business Program
The Pittsburgh Pirates and PNC Bank announced the recipients of the 2025 Going to Bat for Small Business Program, presented by PNC. The program, returning for the sixth consecutive year, shines a spotlight on one local business each month of the season. Each of the six highlighted businesses were chosen
Pirates acquire outfielder Alexander Canario from the New York Mets
The Pittsburgh Pirates today acquired outfielder Alexander Canario (pronounced "cah-NAR-ee-oh") from the New York Mets in exchange for cash considerations. The 24-year-old Canario was previously acquired by New York from Chicago (NL) on February 25. He hit .306 (11-for-36) with nine runs, two doubles, three homers and eight RBI over
Roster moves for March 18, 2025
The Pittsburgh Pirates today optioned catcher Jason Delay to Triple-A Indianapolis. INF Darick Hall, INF Alika Williams, INF/OF Nick Solak, INF/OF Matt Gorski, C Abrahan Gutierrez, OF Bryce Johnson and RHP Yohan Ramírez have also been reassigned to minor league spring training. There are now 42 players remaining in Major
Pirates agree to terms on 2025 contracts with pre-arbitration eligible players
The Pittsburgh Pirates have agreed to 2025 contracts with the following pre-arbitration eligible players: Braxton Ashcraft Ji Hwan Bae Mike Burrows Tsung-Che Cheng Billy Cook Oneil Cruz Henry Davis Jason Delay Nick Gonzales Spencer Horwitz Jared Jones Carmen Mlodzinski Dauri Moreta Kyle Nicolas Joshua Palacios Liover Peguero Endy Rodríguez Chase
Pirates announce Spring Breakout roster
In addition to the roster, below are some notes for this year’s Spring Breakout game. ABOUT THIS YEAR’S GAME: Following its debut last year, Spring Breakout returns this year with 16 games from March 13-16...The event showcases the future of baseball with games between the best prospects in each farm
Pirates announce 2025 Special Ticket events
The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced their lineup of Special Ticket Events for the 2025 season. Each offering includes incentives like special promotional items, pregame events, and more with the purchase of a special ticket. More information can be found at pirates.com/specialticketevents. Appreciation Nights Join us throughout the season as we
Pirates sign Andrew Heaney to one-year contract
The Pittsburgh Pirates today signed left-handed pitcher Andrew Heaney (pronounced HEE-nee) to a one-year contract for the 2025 season. The 33-year-old Heaney is one of just four left-handed pitchers in Major League Baseball to record 150-plus strikeouts in each of the last two seasons along with Yusei Kikuchi, Framber Valdez
Pirates announce Spring Training broadcast schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates today released their spring training broadcast schedule ahead of the 2025 Grapefruit League season. SportsNet Pittsburgh is set to broadcast 12 of Pittsburgh’s home games plus an additional seven games from the opposing team’s broadcast. Six of Pittsburgh’s Grapefruit League games will also be available as webcasts
Pirates Sign Outfielder Tommy Pham To One-Year Contract
The Pittsburgh Pirates today signed outfielder Tommy Pham to a one-year contract for the 2025 season. Pham hit a combined .248 (109-for-440) with 20 doubles, three triples, nine home runs and 39 RBI in 116 games in 2024 between Chicago (AL), St. Louis and Kansas City. The 36-year-old Pham has
Pirates, PNC announce sixth year of Small Business Support Program
The Pittsburgh Pirates and PNC Bank are proud to announce that the Going to Bat for Small Business Program, presented by PNC, will return for a sixth consecutive year. The program takes place during baseball season and aims to provide resources and exposure to six local businesses making a positive
Pirates Announce New Leadershp And Staff Updates To Baseball Operations Department
The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced the team has hired Max Kwan as the organization’s new Vice President, International Scouting, Mike Voltmer as the organization’s new Vice President, Pro Evaluation and Strategy, and Kevin Tenenbaum as the team’s new Vice President, Research and Development. Michael Chernow has been promoted as the
Pirates announce 14 additional non-roster invitees
The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced the following players will attend Major League camp as non-roster invitees. Omar Alfonzo (C) – Enters this season rated as Pittsburgh’s No. 18 prospect according to Baseball America...Hit a combined .252 (97-for-385) with 17 doubles, one triple, 13 home runs and 46 RBI in 110
Pirates sign Tim Mayza to one-year contract
The Pittsburgh Pirates today added left-handed pitcher Tim Mayza to the 40-man roster on a one-year contract for the 2025 season. The 33-year-old Mayza has posted a career record of 20-9 with four saves, a 3.88 ERA (301.2ip/130er) and 304 strikeouts in 367 appearances with Toronto (2017-24) and the New