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Pirates get first winning season since 2018 - Yahoo Sports

Pirates get first winning season since 2018 Yahoo Sports

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Pirates get first winning season since 2018

It was a winning season despite no playoffs for the Bucs.

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Pirates Are Looking Brilliant After Major Trade - Yahoo Sports

Pirates Are Looking Brilliant After Major Trade Yahoo Sports

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Pirates Had Two of the Top Pitchers in MLB During September - Yahoo Sports

Pirates Had Two of the Top Pitchers in MLB During September Yahoo Sports

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Konnor Griffin's Finish Should Give Pirates Hope for 2027 - Yahoo Sports

Konnor Griffin's Finish Should Give Pirates Hope for 2027 Yahoo Sports

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Pirates finish with winning record - huntingdondailynews.com

Pirates finish with winning record huntingdondailynews.com

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Bradish to undergo sports hernia surgery after ending '26 on IL - MLB.com

Bradish to undergo sports hernia surgery after ending '26 on IL MLB.com

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‘We’re obviously better with him’: Players push for Pirates to re-sign slugger Brandon Lowe - triblive.com

‘We’re obviously better with him’: Players push for Pirates to re-sign slugger Brandon Lowe triblive.com

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Pirates' Bryan Reynolds Led MLB in One Stat in 2026 - Yahoo Sports

Pirates' Bryan Reynolds Led MLB in One Stat in 2026 Yahoo Sports

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Perrotto: Pirates’ Future Brighter Than Many Think - Yahoo Sports

Perrotto: Pirates’ Future Brighter Than Many Think Yahoo Sports

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Brandon Lowe's Wife Shares Message With Pirates Fans - Yahoo Sports

Brandon Lowe's Wife Shares Message With Pirates Fans Yahoo Sports

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Jared Jones Has One Major Request for the Pirates Front Office This Winter - Yahoo Sports

Jared Jones Has One Major Request for the Pirates Front Office This Winter Yahoo Sports

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Jared Jones wants Brandon Lowe back in Pittsburgh and believes the Pirates are capable of winning 90 to 95 games in 2027 - Athlon Sports

Jared Jones wants Brandon Lowe back in Pittsburgh and believes the Pirates are capable of winning 90 to 95 games in 2027 Athlon Sports

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The 5 biggest questions the Pirates must answer in an uncertain MLB offseason - post-gazette.com

The 5 biggest questions the Pirates must answer in an uncertain MLB offseason post-gazette.com

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Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 Season Awards - Yahoo Sports

Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 Season Awards Yahoo Sports

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Tigers Close 2026 Season With 4-2 Loss to Pirates - Yahoo Sports

Tigers Close 2026 Season With 4-2 Loss to Pirates Yahoo Sports

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Pirates GM Ben Cherington Comments on Brandon Lowe's 2026 Impact, Free Agency - SportsNet Pittsburgh

Pirates GM Ben Cherington Comments on Brandon Lowe's 2026 Impact, Free Agency SportsNet Pittsburgh

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · SEP 2 · PIT

**Pirates survive a 35-hit slugfest, walk off Giants 13-12 on a 9th-inning throwing error** - **Pirates** blew a massive lead before stealing a 13-12 walk-off win over San Francisco on a 9th-inning throwing error - **Pirates** erupted for 9 runs in the 3rd inning, then nearly let the entire thing slip away - **Pirates/Giants** combined for 35 hits in what's being called a potential game of the season - **Pirates** aces got shelled on both sides in a wild dismantling of two starting pitchers - **Pirates** prospect pipeline may already have the team's next power hitter waiting in the minors **Watch:** Can Pittsburgh's bullpen tighten up, or will these late-game collapses keep giving fans heart attacks? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · SEP 1 · PIT

**Pirates wrap up August in rough shape — here's where things stand** - **Pirates** | September call-ups expected to bolster the bullpen as roster expands today - **Pirates** | Teenage outfielder posting .876 OPS lands top-10 prospect ranking — rare bright spot - **Pirates** | Postseason odds take a hit after brutal August; playoff path now razor-thin - **Pirates** | Luke Weaver making clubhouse impact beyond his arm — emerging leader in the 'Burgh - **Pirates** | Urged to claim Mets waiver bust as a low-risk, high-upside September flyer - **Pittsburgh Sports** | *Pittsburgh Sports Tonight* debuts on FOX9 — new local coverage option for fans **Watch:** Whether the front office pulls the trigger on that Mets waiver claim before today's deadline. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 31 · PIT

**Pirates close road trip with a W — but questions linger.** - **PIT** beat St. Louis 5-4 behind homers from Esmerlyn Valdez and Jared Triolo - **PIT** won the series vs. the Cardinals, capping a tough road trip on a positive note - **PIT** benefited from sloppy Cardinals defense — Pittsburgh didn't do it alone - **PIT** Ryan O'Hearn has been the team's biggest offensive bright spot this season - **PIT** Griffin's return is looming, which could shake up roster decisions soon - **PIT** Don Kelly's job security is under scrutiny amid an underwhelming 2026 campaign **Watch whether Griffin's return sparks a lineup shake-up — and if the offense can generate runs without Cardinals' help.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 30 · PIT

**Pirates scratch out ugly win in St. Louis — but the playoff math is getting grim.** - **Pirates** beat Cardinals 6-2, with Flores Jr. and Lowe going deep to power the offense - **Pirates** committed three consecutive errors but escaped without giving the lead away - **Pirates** have fallen out of playoff contention per latest standings breakdown - **Pirates** may have found their closer of the future as one pitcher continues to emerge in the role - **Cardinals** host Pittsburgh again Sunday at 2:15 PM ET with lines already posted **Watch:** Can Pittsburgh's pitching staff hold it together Sunday, or does this road trip end on a sour note? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 29 · PIT

**Pirates fall to Cardinals as Jones struggles against Mathews** - **Pirates** lost to the Cardinals, with Jared Jones outdueled by Quinn Mathews - **Jared Jones** took the loss, unable to match Mathews' performance on the mound - **Quinn Mathews** led St. Louis, delivering the dominant outing to secure the Cardinals' win - **Pirates** made a surprising leadoff hitter change heading into the game - **Pittsburgh** drops another tough one, keeping pressure on their playoff positioning Watch tonight: Can the Bucs bounce back and get Jones or the bullpen a win before this series closes out? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 28 · PIT

**Pirates limp into Friday with injuries, struggles piling up** - **Pirates** are slumping in high-leverage situations, per latest roundtable breakdown - **Spencer Horwitz** has massively underperformed since returning from injury - **Endy Rodriguez** penned a message to fans following hip surgery, timeline uncertain - **Rodriguez** recovery updates murky — SportsNet Pittsburgh tracking his return closely - **Pirates** urged to claim a Reds slugger off waivers to bolster the lineup - **Pirates vs. Cardinals** tonight, 8:15 PM ET — lines and projections now available Watch tonight's Cardinals matchup to see if Pittsburgh's offense can show any life without Rodriguez. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 27 · PIT

**Pirates lose series finale, lose Endy Rodriguez for the season** - **Pirates** fall 3-0 to San Diego in series finale, stranding runners and squandering sweep opportunity - **Padres** Jackson Merrill and Freddy Vásquez drive the shutout win - **Rodriguez** undergoes season-ending hip surgery, a significant blow to Pittsburgh's catching depth **What to watch:** Who steps in behind the plate for Pittsburgh going forward. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 26 · PIT

**Pirates stun Padres 1-0 on Cruz's 9th-inning blast off baseball's best closer.** - **Pirates** beat San Diego 1-0, snapping a skid on Oneil Cruz's solo shot off Mason Miller - **Mason Miller** served up a rare mistake — Cruz made him pay in the ninth - **Paul Skenes** faces Michael King today in a marquee pitching matchup - **Pirates bullpen** gets reinforcement as Curtis optioned in latest roster shuffle - **Don Kelly & Ben Cherington** under the microscope as calls grow for a roster overhaul **Watch:** Can Skenes outshine King and keep the momentum rolling in Pittsburgh? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 25 · PIT

**Pirates dropped another one in San Diego — wild card math getting ugly.** - **Pirates** fell to the Padres last night, extending their West Coast skid - **Braxton Ashcraft** took the mound but couldn't steal a road win against Robbie Ray - **Wild card picture** looking grim for Pittsburgh per multiple outlets calling dreams "all but lost" - **Pittsburgh** sits in a tough spot with limited games remaining to make a run **Watch:** Can the Bucs salvage anything in the series finale before heading home? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 24 · PIT

**Pirates swept at home by LA, season hopes on thin ice** - **Pirates** dropped series finale to LA, swept at PNC Park as Dodgers extend win streak to 6 - **Blake Snell** was blunt postgame — his strong form (3rd straight quality start) came at Pittsburgh's expense - **Pirates C** facing possible surgery, another injury blow to an already thin roster - **Bucs GM** preaching faith in a September surge — believable or spin? - **Playoff math** still exists, but the formula is increasingly unforgiving for Pittsburgh **Watch:** Whether the Pirates can string wins together before the calendar makes it irrelevant. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 23 · PIT

**Pirates drop heartbreaker in LA as Wild Card window keeps shrinking.** - **Pirates** fall to Dodgers 4-3, taking an early L on this critical road trip - **Skubal** dominates with 11 strikeouts in his first win as a Dodger, neutralizing Pittsburgh's offense - **Tucker** contributes to the rally as LA erases a Pirates lead late - **Wild Card hopes** are dwindling with each dropped game this trip **Watch:** Sunday's rubber match in LA — Pittsburgh desperately needs a series split to stay relevant. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 22 · PIT

Tough night in Pittsburgh — Bucs fall in extras. - **Pirates** lost 5-4 to the Dodgers on Tommy Edman's walk-off single in the 10th - **Pirates** now trail the series 2-0 after dropping a close one they nearly had - **Dodgers** notched their fourth straight win, staying hot behind a late rally - **Andy Pages (LAD)** fractured his hand on an HBP — possible lineup impact going forward **What to watch:** Can Pittsburgh's bullpen hold a late lead in Game 3, or do the Dodgers make it a sweep? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 21 · PIT

**Pirates trim roster, name starters ahead of Dodgers showdown** • **Pirates** released 5 players from the organization before the upcoming Dodgers series • **Pirates** announced their starting pitching rotation for the Dodgers matchup • **Robert Hassell III** — the top prospect traded in the Juan Soto deal — is working to rebuild his career in Pittsburgh • **Athletics** claimed two recently cut Pirates players off waivers **What to watch:** Can Pittsburgh's named starters hold their own against the reigning World Series champion Dodgers? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 20 · PIT

**Pirates walk off Detroit, land veteran catcher from New York** - **Pirates** beat Tigers on Brandon Lowe's walk-off homer after Rafael Flores Jr. tied it in the 9th - **Skenes** was pulled early again, raising concerns despite the team pushing back his start - **Pirates** acquired a 34-year-old veteran catcher from the Yankees in a post-deadline deal - **Pittsburgh's power** was the storyline vs. Detroit, with the offense carrying the night **What to watch:** Whether Skenes bounces back in his next outing and how quickly the new catcher gets into the lineup. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 19 · PIT

**Pirates even the series with Tigers behind another Ashcraft gem** - **PIT** beat Detroit 4-1, evening the series behind Braxton Ashcraft's strong start - **Ashcraft** continues to emerge as a reliable arm, shutting down Tigers bats - **Cruz** returned and made an immediate impact, adding punch to the Pirates' night - **Pittsburgh bullpen** remains a quiet key piece, holding the line late - **Mlodzinski** watch continues — Post-Gazette's Hiles says the lesson still hasn't landed **What to watch:** Can Ashcraft build on this momentum, and does Cruz's return signal a lineup boost down the stretch? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 18 · PIT

**Pirates drop another one as Tigers steal wild-card ground** • **Pirates** lost to Detroit, with Mlodzinski tagged early in a rough outing • **Tigers** used the win to pull into a tie for the final AL wild-card spot • **Pirates** saw former All-Star cut by his current MLB club overnight • **Tigers** made a roster move on Kevin McGonigle ahead of first pitch • **Pirates** could get Trevor Story back from sports hernia surgery as soon as this weekend Watch: Whether Story's return gives Pittsburgh's lineup the jolt it desperately needs. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 17 · PIT

**Pirates rain out the Sox 8-3, three Buccos go off for multi-RBI nights** - **PIT** Reynolds, Lowe, and Yorke each drove in 2 runs in an 8-3 win over Boston - **PIT** Game was pushed back 2.5 hours by a rain delay before Pittsburgh took control - **PIT** GM confirms Skenes is healthy — just grinding through a rough stretch - **PIT** Two players demoted mid-series as Pittsburgh reshapes its roster - **PIT** Story begins rehab assignment in Triple-A as he works back from sports hernia Watch if Story's rehab timeline accelerates toward a big-league return. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 16 · PIT

**Pirates drop to Red Sox 4-0 as Gray dominates, Skenes scratched from Sunday start** - **Pirates** lost 4-0 to Boston, shut out completely in the series - **Sonny Gray** (Red Sox) picked up career-best win No. 15, dominating Pittsburgh's lineup - **Paul Skenes** won't take the mound Sunday — team cites rest, denies any injury - **Aroldis Chapman** triggered a contract option after closing out the Pirates win for Boston - **Eli Jones** provided a bright spot with a solid start, per Buc Notes - **Masataka Yoshida** decision announced by Boston amid the Pittsburgh series Watch for when the Pirates officially slot Skenes back into the rotation. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 15 · PIT

Pirates finally beat a lefty — and it wasn't close. • **Pirates** def. Red Sox 8-4, snapping their struggles against left-handed pitching • **Flores Jr.** homered and stayed red-hot, leading the offensive charge • **Brandon Lowe** went deep as well, giving Pittsburgh a powerful 1-2 punch • **Chandler** turned in another quality start, continuing his strong stretch • **Nick Gonzales** was hit by a pitch and removed early — monitor his status Watch today: Can Pittsburgh stack wins and keep the momentum rolling vs. Boston? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 14 · PIT

**Pirates Dominate Miami Behind Ashcraft's Complete-Game Gem** - **Pirates** avoid sweep, crush Marlins 13-1 in dominant road win - **Braxton Ashcraft** twirls first career complete game, scatters just 3 hits - **Pittsburgh** responds emphatically following manager's pointed clubhouse remarks - **Pirates roster move** — 29-year-old pitcher optioned down during Miami series **What to watch:** Red Sox-Pirates series kicks off Friday — can Ashcraft's momentum carry the rotation into a winnable homestand? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 13 · PIT

**Pirates drop 8th straight series as Marlins roll** - **Pittsburgh** lost 8-2 to Miami, getting rousted for their 7th consecutive series loss - **Marlins** won their 4th straight behind Griffin Conine's 5-hit, 1-HR night - **Paul Skenes** under scrutiny — MLB analysts, including Curt Schilling, questioning what's gone wrong - **Carmen Mlodzinski** draws the start tonight vs. Jacob Junk in the series finale **What to watch:** Can Mlodzinski stop the bleeding and salvage a split, or do the Pirates drop yet another series? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 12 · PIT

**Pirates fall 2-0 to Marlins as Skenes struggles again** - **PIT** lost to Miami 2-0, shut out by Eury Pérez over 7 strong innings - **Skenes** pulled after just 65 pitches, never touched 97 mph in latest concerning outing - **Manager** attempted to explain the slump, but answers remain elusive - **Pérez** dominated Pittsburgh's lineup, holding them scoreless through seven **What to watch:** Whether Pittsburgh makes any adjustments to Skenes' workload or mechanics before his next scheduled start. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 11 · PIT

**Pirates get blown out 11-1 by Mets, slide out of Wild Card picture** - **Pirates** crushed by Mets 11-1, ugly loss deepens playoff concerns - **Pirates** Cruz (hand) heads to reevaluation Monday, timeline uncertain - **Pirates** six players called out as primary culprits in Wild Card fade - **Pirates** Skenes' girlfriend Livvy Dunne opens up on their relationship - **Pirates** three hitting prospects worth tracking as 2026 pipeline builds **Watch:** PIT vs. MIA Tuesday 6:40 PM ET — Skenes or no Skenes, Pirates need a bounce-back badly. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 10 · PIT

**Pirates get embarrassed in the Bronx — here's the damage.** - **PIT** lost 11-1 to the Mets, getting roughed up in every facet of the game - **Jared Jones** was shelled, giving the Pirates no chance to compete early - **Sean Manaea** struck out 11 and flashed legit ace form, making Pittsburgh hitters look lost - **Bo Bichette** went 5-for-5, torching Pittsburgh's pitching staff single-handedly - **NYM** Manaea's velocity bump has him looking worth every penny of that $75M deal **Watch whether Pittsburgh can salvage anything from this series before it turns into a sweep.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 9 · PIT

**Pirates crush Mets 9-0, snap four-game skid behind Chandler gem** - **PIT** blanked New York 9-0, ending a four-game losing streak in dominant fashion - **PIT SP Jared Chandler** cruised through 6 innings, continuing to build on early-season promise - **PIT offense** erupted for 9 runs, showing the bats can come alive in a big way - **PIT RP Robert Stock** struggled in his second start, leaving the Mets with real pitching questions - **PIT OF Nelson Cruz** provided a rehab update — monitor his timeline for roster impact **Watch:** Whether Chandler can carry this momentum into his next outing as a legit rotation piece. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 8 · PIT

**Pirates drop fourth straight as Mlodzinski struggles in return** - **Pirates** fall again, losing their fourth consecutive game to the red-hot Mets - **Mlodzinski** was shaky in his first start since May, unable to stop the skid - **Mets** riding a four-game win streak, with Marcus Semien's homer doing the damage - **Brewers** up next — Pittsburgh heads to Milwaukee looking to snap the slide - **Payton Tolle** flashed upside in the minors, fanning 14 vs. the Athletics **Watch:** Can Pittsburgh's rotation stabilize against Milwaukee, or does this losing streak hit five? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · AUG 7 · PIT

**Pirates roster chaos hits mid-series as Skenes concerns grow** - **Pirates** released 9-year MLB veteran mid-Brewers series in surprise roster cut - **Pirates** also officially cut 25-year-old OF, thinning an already lean outfield - **Pirates** named a Mitch Keller replacement in the rotation — stability needed now - **Paul Skenes** struggling with an undisclosed worrisome issue per team insiders - **NBC Sports** reports Skenes "should get better," but vague reassurances won't cut it **Watch:** Whether Skenes' next start shows real improvement or the concern deepens. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · AUG 6 · PIT

**Pirates drop to Brewers 4-2 as Skenes struggles again** - **Pirates** fall to Milwaukee 4-2, dropping a key game in the playoff chase - **Paul Skenes** has another rough outing, raising concerns about the ace's recent form - **Pirates** made a roster move before Skenes' start, signaling lineup adjustments - **Marcell Ozuna** cut loose by Pittsburgh amid a nightmarish slump at a critical moment **What to watch:** Whether Pittsburgh can bounce back fast — the playoff window is shrinking. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 5 · PIT

**Pirates drop to Brewers despite bullpen overhaul** - **Pirates** fell 4-2 to Milwaukee, managing just 5 hits on the night - **Jared Jones** faced off against Logan Henderson in the marquee pitching matchup - **Pirates** made infield adjustments to the lineup before first pitch - **Pittsburgh** activated three new bullpen arms as the 'pen gets a fresh look - **Pirates** roster moves signal a deliberate reshaping of relief corps depth Watch tonight: Can the new bullpen arms hold leads better than the group they replaced? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 4 · PIT

**Pirates sweep Brewers series while making deadline moves — here's what happened overnight.** - **Pirates** beat the Brewers to win 6 of 7 matchups this season, with Spencer Horwitz driving in 3 runs - **Pirates** held on late to close out the series win after a busy MLB trade deadline day - **Pirates** acquired three players from the Marlins in exchange for Lake Bachar - **Pirates** lost a starting pitcher for the remainder of the season — a blow to the rotation depth **What to watch:** Whether the new Marlins additions can fill the void left by the injured starter. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 3 · PIT

**Pirates limp out of Cincinnati and head to Milwaukee for a fresh start.** - **PIT** lost 10-2 to Cincinnati, capped a rough series loss in ugly fashion - **CIN** Chase Burns won his 12th straight decision, continuing to be dominant - **CIN** Cody Stewart hit his 24th HR, piling on in the lopsided defeat - **PIT** Mets claimed a 26-year-old catcher off waivers, roster shuffle underway - **PIT** Camilo Doval trade talks heating up, bullpen help potentially on the way - **PIT** Milwaukee series begins next, a chance to reset against the Brewers **Watch whether the Pirates front office makes a move before they take the field in Milwaukee.** The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 2 · PIT

**Pirates snap skid, but O'Hearn injury clouds the win** - **PIT** beat Cincinnati 4-1, ending a four-game losing streak and returning to .500 - **Carmen Mlodzinski** was the story on the mound, delivering a quality start in the rain-delayed game - **Ryan O'Hearn** is expected to miss 6-8 weeks after joining the Pirates' growing injury list - **Cincinnati** had Saturday's game impacted by rain delays before Pittsburgh pulled away for the win **What to watch:** Can the Pirates find lineup depth to cover O'Hearn's absence and build on the momentum? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 1 · PIT

**Pirates blow another late lead as Skenes struggles and O'Hearn goes down.** - **PIT** lost 8-7 to Cincinnati after another late-game collapse - **CIN** Sal Stewart hit a 2-run HR and drove in 4 to spark the comeback - **PIT** Paul Skenes struggled again, raising concern about the young ace's form - **PIT** Ryan O'Hearn was injured during the loss, adding to Pittsburgh's woes - **PIT** front office faces pressure to make a meaningful move before the trade deadline **Watch:** Will Pittsburgh's brass act before the deadline or let another winnable season slip away? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · FRI · JUL 31 · PIT

Elly De La Cruz walks it off and the Pirates drop another gut-punch in Cincinnati. - **Pirates:** Fall 3-2 to the Reds on a De La Cruz 9th-inning score — painful loss - **Ozuna:** Not in the lineup Thursday — status unclear heading into the series - **Pitching matchup:** Yohan Ramirez takes the hill today against Reds righty Rhett Lowder - **Roster moves:** Pirates leaning on rookie outfielder as the trade deadline looms - **Deadline:** Recent skid exposing another glaring need — front office under pressure to act **Watch today:** Can Ramirez bounce back and stop the bleeding before the deadline clock runs out? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · THU · JUL 30 · PIT

Pirates drop a brutal series to a playoff rival at the worst possible time. • **Pirates** lost 3-0 as Eduardo Rodríguez shut them down over 8 dominant innings • **Pirates** blanked by Arizona, with Gabriel Moreno's 2-run homer doing the damage • **Pirates** dropped the series to the Diamondbacks, a direct wild-card competitor • **Pirates** continued to struggle vs. lefties, a recurring issue flagged in Buc Notes • **Pirates** officially cut a former Yankees/Dodgers pitcher from the roster **What to watch:** Whether Pittsburgh can bounce back fast — every game against a playoff contender now carries extra weight. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · WED · JUL 29 · PIT

**Pirates Drop Heartbreaker in Extras, But Valdez Ready to Return** - **Pirates** fall to the Diamondbacks in extra innings despite a late rally - **Bubba Chandler** struggles on the mound in the loss against Arizona's Brandon Pfaadt - **Pirates** costly errors prove pivotal in the defeat - **Esmerlyn Valdez** cleared to return to the lineup Tuesday after injury scare — big boost - **Pierogy Race** fans, your Tuesday night entertainment options remain plentiful **Watch:** Can Valdez's return spark the offense and stop the bleeding Tuesday night vs. Arizona? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · TUE · JUL 28 · PIT

**Pirates rally in 10th, but Valdez injury clouds the win** - **PIT** Brandon Lowe's 10th-inning hit lifts Pirates over Diamondbacks in walk-off fashion - **PIT** Rookie outfielder Esmerlyn Valdez exits with hand injury after taking a hit-by-pitch - **PIT** No update yet on Valdez's status — team praying for their young phenom - **PIT** Mitch rebounds with a strong outing, providing a bright spot in the victory **Watch:** Valdez injury update — how serious is it, and does Pittsburgh need to make a roster move? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · MON · JUL 27 · PIT

**Pirates dump Urquidy, grab prospect, and slam the Cubs** - **Pirates** beat Cubs on O'Hearn's walk-off grand slam - **Pirates** traded veteran RHP José Urquidy to the White Sox - **Pirates** received 21-year-old prospect Doroteo in the Urquidy deal - **Pirates** host the Diamondbacks tonight with odds and predictions already circulating Watch: How Doroteo fits the rebuild and whether the bullpen holds vs. Arizona. The lineup's set. Drop in.

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DAILY LINEUP · SUN · JUL 26 · PIT

**Pirates get embarrassed 11-0 in front of a packed house** - **Pirates** fall to Cubs 11-0, their third straight loss in a sellout Yinzerpalooza blowout - **Paul Skenes** gets roughed up as Crow-Armstrong powers Chicago's dominant performance - **Shota Imanaga** continues to look elite, carving up Pittsburgh's lineup with ease - **Pirates** sign their 2026 first-round draft pick, a rare bit of good news in a rough stretch - **Pittsburgh** has now dropped three straight, raising serious questions about the roster's ceiling **What to watch:** Can the Bucs avoid a sweep and show any sign of fight before this series closes out? The lineup's set. Drop in.

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HOT TAKES · WED · AUG 5 · UNDER REVIEW

Yesterday's spiciest takes from PIT fans. Cast a verdict; the judge weighs in at end of day. Candidates: 1. "DAILY LINEUP · WED · AUG 5 · PIT" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 2. "DAILY LINEUP · TUE · AUG 4 · PIT" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 3. "DAILY LINEUP · SAT · AUG 1 · PIT" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 4. "DAILY LINEUP · SUN · AUG 2 · PIT" — @919f6c5b (0 up) 5. "DAILY LINEUP · MON · AUG 3 · PIT" — @919f6c5b (0 up)