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In last game before break, Pirates have eyes on .500

The Pittsburgh Pirates will attempt to reach the .500 mark for the first time in more than two months when they send Mitch Keller to the mound in the finale of a three-game series against the host Chicago White Sox on Sunday afternoon.

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Pirates’ Livvy Dunne gives inside scoop on Paul Skenes’ hidden talent

Paul Skenes is having a promising rookie season with the Pittsburgh Pirates. The 22-year-old is 6-0 in 11 appearances and has thrown 89 strikeouts, both of which are top 60 MLB rankings.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / July 14

Ullman: When the All-Stars played in Pittsburgh!

RICHMOND, Va. -- I watched this one with my pal Blackie at our apartment in Kent, Ohio in the fun-filled summer of 1994. A lifelong Tribe fan, he was experiencing his first season with his team in the playoff conversation, nipping at the heels of the White Sox for the division lead and boasting several young superstars on the rise.

MLB News / Bleacher Nation / July 13

Pirates vs. White Sox: Injury Report, Updates & Probable Starters – July 14

The Pittsburgh Pirates (47-48) will try to build on a three-game winning streak on Sunday versus the Chicago White Sox (27-70), with first pitch at 2:10 PM ET at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Termarr Johnson News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / July 13

No matter the stage, Johnson's keeping his feet on the ground

ARLINGTON, Texas -- Termarr Johnson predicted a win in Saturday's MLB All-Star Futures Game and the Futures Skills Showcase. He was right on the former and lost in the final round in the latter, but that competitive edge shone throughout the day at Globe Life Field.

Bryan Reynolds News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / July 13

Reynolds displays clutch gene to guide Pirates to rare three-game win streak

CHICAGO -- After seeing his All-Star outfielder go hitless in the Pirates' series opener against the White Sox a day prior, Derek Shelton summoned the assistance of Bryan Reynolds' son, Reese, when running into the two prior to Saturday's game at Guaranteed Rate Field.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / ClutchPoints / July 13

Trevor Bauer’s honest assessment of Pirates ace Paul Skenes’ unique routine

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes is gaining recognition for, in addition to the electric start to his career, his wild pregame warmup routine. Wagner

Bubba Chandler News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / July 13

Chandler's learning to be patient, and is reaping the rewards for it

ARLINGTON, Texas -- It's not easy to be patient, especially when you're a 21-year-old kid. Bubba Chandler is in the middle of his third full season as a professional, and earned the right alongside Termarr Johnson to represent the Pirates at the MLB All-Star Futures Game at Globe Life Field.

Bryan Reynolds News / Field Level Media / July 13

Bryan Reynolds (4 hits, 4 RBIs) leads Pirates past White Sox

Bryan Reynolds rapped four hits, including a tiebreaking two-run single in the seventh inning, as the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates earned a 6-2 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Saturday afternoon.

MLB News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 13

Pirates Dispatch White Sox 6-2, Win Third Straight Game

The Pirates won their third straight game on Saturday, defeating the White Sox 6-2 behind a four-hit, four-RBI game from All-Star outfielder Bryan Reynolds.

Brent Honeywell News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13

Dodgers Claim Brent Honeywell Jr. Off Waivers From Pirates

The Dodgers have claimed right-hander Brent Honeywell Jr. off waivers from the Pirates, as noted by MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. L.A. will need to make a corresponding 40-man roster move, though one has not yet been announced.

Paul Skenes News / The Forkball / July 13

Paul Skenes: Pirates’ Ace Disrupts Betting Market

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie pitcher Paul Skenes has taken the baseball world by storm since making his MLB debut in May 2024. The 22-year-old right-hander was the first overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft and has quickly established himself as one of the game’s elite pitchers.

Marco Gonzales News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 13

Pirates Need Much More From Ke’Bryan Hayes

Marco Gonzales was the story of the night Friday for the Pittsburgh Pirates. The veteran left-hander came off a three-month stint on the injured list to get the win in the Pirates’ 4-1 victory over the White Sox in Chicago.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 13

Pirates Minor League Report: Offense Rolls in A-Ball

Pirates’ affiliates won two of the five games they played on Friday, with the lower rungs of the farm system hitting homers early and often. Triple-A Indianapolis

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 13

Pirates look to take advantage of cellar-dwelling White Sox

Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Luis L. Ortiz has shuttled back and forth between the bullpen and rotation this season. He hasn't lost his diplomacy along the way.

Marco Gonzales News / DK Pittsburgh Sports / July 13

Gonzales' return fueled by vision of health and success

Marco Gonzales admits he felt an overwhelming amount of frustration upon landing on the injured list in mid-April. Less than a year removed from a season-ending

MLB News / Field Level Media / July 12

Pitchers back from IL propel Pirates past White Sox

Ke'Bryan Hayes had two hits and an RBI and Marco Gonzales pitched five strong innings in his return from injury to lift the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates to a 4-1 win against the Chicago White Sox on Friday.

Paul Skenes News / Yardbarker / July 12

Paul Skenes on which All-Stars he's looking forward to facing

Paul Skenes reveals which AL All-Stars he's looking forward to facing

On July 16, 22-year-old Paul Skenes will take the hill for the National League in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, where matchups he'd once dreamed about will come to life.

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Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 12

Pittsburgh Pirates Roster Moves 7/12

The Pittsburgh Pirates enter their game tonight with the Chicago White Sox with a 45-48 record. They are eight and a half games back in the National League Central.

Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12