Pirates Slugger Esmerlyn Valdez Earns MLB Honor Following Historic July
In July, Valdez led all rookies in home runs (eight), total bases (54) and slugging percentage (.587).
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In July, Valdez led all rookies in home runs (eight), total bases (54) and slugging percentage (.587).
The Pittsburgh Pirates have already made one splash ahead of Monday’s deadline, landing closer Camilo Doval from the Yankees to shore up a bullpen that desperately needed a ninth-inning answer [web:54]. But if the Pirates are serious about staying “aggressive,” as their front office has signaled all week, there’s one more call worth making before […] The post 1 last-minute trade Pirates must make before deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Cincinnati Reds took down the Pittsburgh Pirates 10-2 on Sunday afternoon at Great American Ball Park, taking three of four games in the series and improving to 53-58 on the season. The win featured a milestone moment for rookie Sal Stewart, who matched a historic franchise rookie home run mark. The 22-year-old opened the […] The post Sal Stewart ties Reds rookie home run record in win vs. Pirates appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Braves stock up on whatever they can get their hands on; meanwhile, the Pirates splurge on a middle reliever. The post TA: In Atlanta, Quantity is Job One appeared first on Baseball Prospectus .
Guardians of the Wild Card Following the series victory in the Steel City over another NL Wild Card in the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Dbacks made the last stop on their 4 city road trip, this time facing off against another Wild Card contender in the Cleveland Guardians. While both the Guards and Pirates are trying […]
The Cincinnati Reds’ 10-2 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates will be their final game ahead of the MLB trade deadline. That could mean the final game for catcher Tyler Stephenson in a Reds uniform. He went 2-for-4 at the plate, with a home run in his final at-bat.“It was pretty special,” an emotional Stephenson told […] The post Reds Catcher Tyler Stephenson Sends Heartfelt Message Before MLB Trade Deadline appeared first on HEAVY .
The Milwaukee Brewers are set to host the Pittsburgh Pirates to begin a seven-day, seven-game homestand, as they’ll take on the Pirates for four games before welcoming their interleague rival Twins over the weekend. The trade deadline will also have come and gone by the time this series begins, as the deadline is set for […]
On Saturday, the New York Yankees announced a three-player trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates.The Yankees wrote (via X): “The New York Yankees today announced that they have acquired minor league catcher Omar Alfonzo and minor league outfielder Luis Cruz from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for right-handed pitcher Camilo Doval and cash considerations.” The New […] The post New York Yankees Announce Roster Decision After 3-Player Trade appeared first on HEAVY .
The Yankees started their deadline dealing on Saturday sending off Camilo Doval to the Pirates, but that was an ancillary move to what their plans were. This team was always going to be buying, and it was only a question of who they would target and how many pieces they would get. Now the first […]
The Mets have claimed 26-year-old catcher Shawn Ross off waivers from the Pirates and designated 29-year-old right-handed pitcher Joey Gerber for assignment to open up a spot for Ross on the 40-man roster. Ross has spent the vast majority of this season and his professional career in the minors. Between his Double-A and Triple-A stints […]
Adrian Morejon could be the best relief pitcher traded ahead of the deadline, especially if the Padres decide to hold on to his teammate Mason Miller. Morejon ranks third among relievers in innings pitched over the last three seasons, with a 2.62 ERA and 2.93 SIERA. In his free agent walk year, he has arguably […]
The New York Mets are in the midst of making several roster transactions during their series with the Miami Marlins. New York lost 2-0 on Sunday afternoon, so the Marlins officially took the four-game series by winning three out of four. However, during the Mets-Marlins game, a few different roster transactions happened. First, the big […] The post New York Mets Claim 26-Year-Old Catcher from Pirates appeared first on HEAVY .
The Mets announced that catcher Shawn Ross has been claimed off waivers from the Pirates. To create 40-man roster space, right-hander Joey Gerber was designated for assignment. Gerber has a 4.32 ERA over 8 1/3 innings and seven appearances for New York this season, amidst multiple trips back and forth between the active roster and […]
The Pirates are showing interest in the Orioles’ Taylor Ward and the Angels’ Jo Adell, according to Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic. The two also affirm the team’s previously reported interest in Luke Weaver and Huascar Brazobán, among other Mets relievers. Pittsburgh has one of the best lineups in the majors. The […]
At 69-41, the Milwaukee Brewers have the best record in baseball. On Sunday, they have the opportunity to sweep the Los Angeles Angels and are sending two-time All-Star Jacob Misiorowski to the mound. Needless to say, fans are feeling good about their chances to complete the sweep. However, vibes are far from immaculate among Brewers [...]
The Cincinnati Reds dropped Saturday night’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates at home in Great American Ball Park, but on Sunday they’ve got their ace on the mound with the series victory in the balance. Chase Burns will toe the rubber for the good guys opposite Bucs starter Mitch Keller, with first pitch on the […]
The Pittsburgh Pirates are trying to reach the postseason for the first time since 2015. Pittsburgh has been struggling in their bullpen all season, and the team has made it a mission to add help. Pittsburgh recently traded with the New York Yankees for Camilo Doval. A new report says the Bucs are looking for […] The post MLB rumors: Pirates chasing more bullpen help after Camilo Doval trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
With just a few hours remaining until the trade deadline, the Yankees appear to be buyers rather than sellers. That approach makes sense given their needs at catcher, in the bullpen, and in the outfield, as well as injuries to several key players. As of now, they’ve already jumped into action mode and made a […] The post Yankees Announce Trade of Former All-Star to Pirates for Two Minor Leaguers appeared first on EssentiallySports .
The Pittsburgh Pirates remain in the thick of things in the National League Central Division standings with a 56-56 record through the first 112 games of the season, and hope to return to the MLB Playoffs for what would be the first time since 2015. However, with the MLB Trade Deadline now just days away, […] The post Pirates’ Ryan O’Hearn dealt brutal injury update right before trade deadline appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Pittsburgh Pirates appeared to be on the upswing entering the second half, but after four straight losses, the Pirates find themselves 55-56 and 2.5 games back of the National League’s third Wild Card slot. And after Friday’s 8-7 loss to the last-place Cincinnati Reds, a Pirates fan called into 93.7 The Fan to sound…
Find out why the Pirates-Reds game is delayed today, the latest weather updates, and when it's expected to resume. The post Why is the Pirates-Reds Game Delayed Today? When Will it Resume? appeared first on HEAVY .
The New York Yankees have wasted no time in promoting a minor-league pitcher after trading reliever Camilo Doval to the Pittsburgh Pirates Saturday. The Yankees have promoted Yovanny Cruz to the parent club, according to MLB insider Joel Sherman of the New York Post. Cruz has been a dominant reliever at the minor league level. […] The post Yankees make immediate roster move after Camilo Doval trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Cincinnati Reds, August 1, 2026, 6:40 p.m. ET The Pittsburgh Pirates are turning the calendar to August as the National League Wild Card race heats up. Tonight, they will look to maintain their footing as they take on the Cincinnati Reds in the third matchup of a four-game set. The Pirates are […]
The New York Yankees have announced that RHP Camilo Doval is being traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates with two position […]
The Pirates have placed Ryan O’Hearn on the 10-day injured list with a left quad strain, the team announced this afternoon. He told reporters (including Jason Mackey of MLB.com) that he expects to miss six to eight weeks. That might put the rest of his regular season in jeopardy. Eight weeks of recovery would have […]