-
Follow Us
On Facebook
On Flipboard
On Twitter
Free Newsletters
On YouTubePittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / October 16
Ben Cherington Stands Behind Pirates’ Player Development
It is always fun when the Pittsburgh Pirates honor their 1979 team, the last one to win a World Series for the franchise. It is equally fun to hear those players’ thoughts on the current Pirates’ organization.
East Carolina Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / October 9
Make-or-Break Offseason for Ben Cherington
Ben Cherington thinks the Pittsburgh Pirates are in a better place than when he was hired, and he is right. Then again, it would be almost impossible to be worse than when Cherington replaced Neal Huntington as the Pirates’ general manager following the 2019 season.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 5
Pirates want to take training wheels off phenom Paul Skenes
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes is just getting warmed up.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 3
Pirates GM takes blame after another disappointing season
The Pittsburg Pirates had such potential. Now they have nothing but blame to pass around following another disappointing season. General Manager Ben Cherington is taking his fair share but the organization is sending signals on what they think went wrong with some staff changes.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / October 2
Much More Needed for Pirates to Improve After Dismissing Pair of Coaches
The Pittsburgh Pirates confirmed that hitting coach Andy Haines and bullpen coach Justin Meccage have been relieved of their duties. General manager Ben Cherington addressed the decisions when meeting with members of the media at PNC Park on Wednesday afternoon.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / September 27
That Didn’t Work: Revisiting All 7 Pirates Trade Deadline Deals
Optimism was high for the Pittsburgh Pirates after they were trade deadline buyers for the first time under Ben Cherington’s watch. The Pirates were tied for second place in the National League Central at the deadline and were only two games out of a wild card spot, hoping to see the postseason for the first time since 2015.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / September 25
Pirates’ Cheapness Has No Boundaries
Pittsburgh Pirates ownership and management bristle at the idea that they run one of the cheapest operations in the major leagues. Owner Bob Nutting and general manager Ben Cherington will counter that they spend at the same level as other teams on scouting, player development and analytics.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12
Pirates, Andrew McCutchen to discuss contract after season
While Andrew McCutchen is a few weeks from free agency, it seems inevitable that he’ll re-sign with the Pirates. The franchise legend has made clear on multiple occasions that he intends to finish his career in Pittsburgh. The Bucs have reciprocated that interest.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / September 11
Cherington: ‘I Fully Expect’ Derek Shelton to Return as Pirates Manager in 2025
There were legitimate questions as to whether or not Derek Shelton would return as manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2025, but that debate can be put to bed.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 11
Pirates GM speaks out on manager's job security
The Pirates’ fall in the NL Central and NL wild-card hunt has prompted plenty of speculation about the job security of manager Derek Shelton.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / September 2
Pirates Minor League Report: Deadline Acquisitions Come Up Big
Chalk Sunday up as a feather in the cap of Pirates’ general manager Ben Cherington. Nick Yorke and Billy Cook, who Cherington picked up at the trade deadline this year, helped power a five run comeback for Triple-A Indianapolis.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / August 29
Would Bob Nutting Consider a Pirates’ Shakeup?
It is becoming increasingly obvious that Bob Nutting has to make some tough decisions. Whether the Pittsburgh Pirates owner should make them now or wait
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 4
Pirates GM: Paul Skenes 'in good shape' in regards to workload
The star rookie has thrown 108 innings so far this year between the major and minor leagues.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / August 1
How The Pirates’ New Pieces Fit Together
There was quantity. Ben Cherington believes there is also quality. The Pittsburgh Pirates general manager made six deals in the hours leading up to Tuesday’s MLB trade deadline.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 31
Pirates Trade Grades: Bucs Get Better But By How Much?
The trade deadline has come and gone but not before Ben Cherington and the Pittsburgh Pirates executed a whopping seven trades prior to the 6 p.m. buzzer.
MLB News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 30
He’s Not Vladdy Jr., But Nick Yorke is Intriguing
I’m not big on taking the temperature of situations on social media. X can be a technological echo chamber with people hiding behind fake names and posting outrageous things to stir other users.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 26
Pirates Tabbed Potential Landing Spot for Former All-Star Yandy Díaz
Most of the conversation surrounding the Pittsburgh Pirates leading up to the trade deadline has been regarding outfielders, but general manager Ben Cherington could seek to upgrade the offense in other areas.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 24
‘We’re Not Satisfied,’ Pirates GM Ben Cherington Talks Looming Trade Deadline
As is to be expected this time of year, Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington is busy working the phones in preparation of Tuesday’s trade deadline.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 21
Ben Cherington Provides Injury Updates on Pitchers; Pirates Re-Sign Domingo Germán
On his weekly radio show on 93.7 The Fan, Pittsburgh Pirates general manager Ben Cherington provided injury updates on a trio of injured pitchers. Cherington said that Bailey Falter threw a sim game at PNC Park and the expectation is that he will go on a rehab assignment, one that should be on the shorter side.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 9
Why Pirates management should be furious with owner Bob Nutting
Earlier this summer, Pirates owner Bob Nutting made a rare appearance in front of the media, boldly proclaiming the team must be prepared to trade for offense before the trade deadline on July 30 at 6 p.m. ET.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / June 30
Cherington: 'We have more players who can improve -- by far -- than the number we can acquire'
Midway through the 2024 season, the Pirates find themselves on the outside looking in when it comes to the race for a wild card spot out of the National League.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 22
Pirates owner lays out club's approach to trade deadline
How aggressive will the Pittsburgh Pirates be ahead of the trade deadline?
Pittsburgh Pirates News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / June 8
Cherington on early-season trade possibilities: 'We'll stay on the phones'
With teams like the White Sox and Angels reportedly already listening to inquiries on players such as Luis Robert and Taylor Ward, the door may be open
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / May 10
Arrival of top prospect puts pressure on Pirates management
If it was not already before, the clock is now officially ticking on general manager Ben Cherington and the Pittsburgh Pirates front office.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / July 16, 2023
Peacock announcer hit by foul ball during live interview with Pirates GM
When you are attending a baseball game you always need to be alert for flying baseballs. This is true for both fans and as we have come to learn this season, the people announcing the games.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Yardbarker / August 30, 2021
Pirates fire hitting coach Rick Eckstein
Pittsburgh GM Ben Cherington reacted to the team's last-place rankings in various offensive categories by firing hitting coach Rick Eckstein on Monday.
Breaking News
Customize Your Newsletter
+
Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Popular Quizzes
Today's Latest News
Copyright 2024 YB Media, LLC.
All rights reserved.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.
Use of this website (including any and all parts and
components) constitutes your acceptance of these
Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
This site is for entertainment purposes only.
There is no gambling offered on this site.
Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-Gambler.