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Jason Mackey's nine observations: Did an orange traffic cone really reverse the Pirates’ fortunes?

Jake Mangum knew the request sounded strange. He also didn’t care. When the Pirates outfielder entered the visiting clubhouse at Great American Ball Park early Tuesday afternoon, he pulled one of the attendants aside with a question,

'Their lineup's a lot different.' Do revamped Pirates pose threat to Reds?

Like the Reds, Pittsburgh also reportedly made an offseason run at then-free agent Kyle Schwarber, who ended up returning to the Philadelphia Phillies. But the Schwarber pursuit still underscored the Pirates' noticeable offseason.

What you need to know if you’re going to the Pirates home opener

The Pittsburgh Pirates open their 2026 season at PNC Park Friday with a matchup against the Baltimore Orioles. Continuing tradition, the first pitch is set for 4:12 p.m., a tribute to Pittsburgh’s 412 area code.

Pirates Make Roster Move to Create Konnor Griffin’s Spot

The Pirates created a roster spot for their best prospect.

Paul Skenes says Pirates' dugout traffic cone was swiped in Cincinnati

Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes said the traffic cone being used in the team's dugout celebrations likely was stolen from a parking lot in.
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What Led To Don Kelly Ejection During The Pirates vs. Red Game? Here’s All You Need To Know

Pirates manager Don Kelly was ejected in Game 2 of their series on the road against the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday.

Pirates Have Big Advantage of MLB in 2026 Draft

The Pittsburgh Pirates could make important moves in the upcoming MLB Draft.

Konnor Griffin is 35th Pirates player in franchise history to choose this jersey number

Konnor Griffin is 35th Pirates player in franchise history to choose this jersey number originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Konnor Griffin has arrived.