Pirates Extend Qualifying Offer To Brandon Lowe
Brandon Lowe was one of eight players to receive a one-year, $23.15 million qualifying offer, with the Pirates extending it to the infielder. He has until Nov. 17 to make his decision.
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Akil Baddoo is on the move to Pittsburgh Pirates
Akil Baddoo has changed organizations, going from Milwaukee Brewers to Pittsburgh Pirates.
Pirates Claim Outfielder Akil Baddoo Off Waivers From Brewers
The Pirates have claimed outfielder Akil Baddoo off waivers from the Brewers, per @colin_beazley. Baddoo last appeared in a major league game with the Tigers in 2025, making this a depth addition for Pittsburgh.
BrewersPirates Already Said No To Yankees' Four-Prospect Offer
The host cites John Heyman's reporting that the Yankees offered four top prospects around the 2025 deadline for Paul Skenes and Pittsburgh turned it down, evidence of how steep the price would be. He also notes Ben Cherington said last Nov…
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Brandon Lowe Mentioned As Possible Padres Landing Spot In Social Media Post
A social media post lists San Diego as the number three landing spot for free agent second baseman Brandon Lowe, who posted 35 home runs, a .260 average and an .824 OPS with Pittsburgh this past season. Projections place his market value a…
PadresOneil Cruz Is Hitting .421 Over His Last 5
Oneil Cruz is putting up .421 AVG over his last 5 games, well clear of his .286 season mark.
Should The Giants Go Get Paul Skenes?
The host floats a Giants pursuit of Paul Skenes, framing it explicitly as his own idea rather than a rumor, and walks through a prospect package headlined by Luis Hernandez with Joshua Jefferson likely untouchable. He concedes the odds are…
GiantsInsider: Skenes Won't Be A Pirate Forever
Longtime Pirates writer John Perrotto wrote for Pittsburgh Baseball Now that Paul Skenes will not spend his career in Pittsburgh, with his arbitration salary projected to blow past the club's comfort zone after next season. Skenes made $1,…
Rafael Flores Jr. Is Hitting .529 Over His Last 5
The last 5 games have been a different story for Rafael Flores Jr.: .529 AVG against a .253 season baseline.
Brandon Lowe Expected To Receive Qualifying Offer
Brandon Lowe is expected to receive a qualifying offer, per Jon Heyman. The Rays would secure draft-pick compensation if Lowe signs elsewhere.
Jared Jones Named NL Pitcher Of The Month For September
Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Jared Jones has been named the National League Pitcher of the Month for September. The honor caps a dominant stretch for the rookie, who has been a bright spot in the Pirates' rotation. The team celebrated t…
Evan Sisk has been recalled by Pittsburgh Pirates
Pittsburgh Pirates recalled Evan Sisk from FCL Pirates.
Mason Montgomery Named NL Reliever Of The Month For September
Mason Montgomery has been named the National League Reliever of the Month for September. The left-hander threw 13.0 innings with 16 strikeouts while keeping opponents off the scoreboard. It is a well-earned recognition for his work out of …
Pirates Interested In Re-Signing Brandon Lowe, No Extension Talks Yet
The Pittsburgh Pirates have not approached Brandon Lowe about an in-season extension, but the club is interested in bringing him back next year, per @colin_beazley. Lowe expressed openness to staying, saying he believes the team has a brig…
The Bat Has Woken Up for Oneil Cruz
Oneil Cruz has raised his production to .429 AVG over a 5-game stretch, up from .286 on the year.
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