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Snake Bytes, 7/28: Walked Off the Plank

Game Recaps Diamondbacks walked off by Pirates, drop 3 straight vs. Wild Card competitors by Alex Weiner [Arizona Sports] Brandon Lowe delivered the game-winning single, as the Diamondbacks have dropped three straight games to fellow National League Wild Card contenders on what many players called the most important road trip of the season. Lowe’s walk-off […]

The Opener: Marlins, Pirates, Scherzer

The Tuesday schedule will now include a day game after Cleveland and Cincinnati were washed out last night. The clubs will match up for a day/night doubleheader that kicks off in the early afternoon. 1. Marlins snap losing streak When you’ve lost 12 games in a row, Jhoan Duran isn’t who you want to see […]

RISP woes sink Arizona again in Pittsburgh

Record: 55-52. Pace: 83-79. Change on 2025: +4. The Diamondbacks dropped the opener of The Most Important Series of the Season™, losing 3-2 in ten innings to the Pirates. Merrill Kelly pitched well, and Max Kepler gave Arizona a 2-0 lead. But a throwing error by Kelly allowed a key Pittsburgh run, and Juan Morillo […]

Pirates Acquire Johnathan Rodríguez

The Pirates have acquired outfielder Johnathan Rodríguez from the Orioles, according to announcements from both clubs. Baltimore, who designated him for assignment a few days ago, receives cash considerations in return. The Bucs also reinstated catcher Endy Rodríguez from the 10-day injured list. Fellow catcher Shawn Ross has been designated for assignment to both open […]

D-backs @ Pirates Discussion

Today’s Lineups DIAMONDBACKS PIRATES Corbin Carroll – RF Jake Mangum – CF Geraldo Perdomo – SS Brandon Lowe – 2B Gabriel Moreno – C Bryan Reynolds – LF Ketel Marte – 2B Esmerlyn Valdez – RF Max Kepler – LF Ryan O’Hearn – DH Tyler Locklear – 1B Nick Gonzales – 3B Adrian Del Castillo […]

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Merrill Kelly vs. Mitch Keller

Arizona Diamondbacks vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, July 27, 2026, 6:40 p.m. ET The Pittsburgh Pirates are starting a three-game set as they welcome the Arizona Diamondbacks for their annual trip to PNC Park. Getting the start for the Pirates is Mitch Keller, who boasts a 6-7 record with a 5.90 ERA. In Keller’s last start against […]

Arizona Diamondbacks Series Preview #35 : Diamondbacks @ Pirates

The Wild Card Race The following table shows my view of the Wild Card Race, updated Sunday morning. It shows the Diamondbacks are on track to win the third Wild Card in the NL. Another positive is that they have chances to overtake the Phillies for the second Wild Card in the NL. Most importantly, […]

Pirates sounding like “buyers” nearing MLB Trade Deadline

With the 2026 MLB Trade Deadline just a week away, questions abound about whether or not the Pittsburgh Pirates will be buyers or sellers. The Bucs currently sit at 54-52 and are just a single game out of the Wild Card spot. There have been rumors that Oneil Cruz is on the market, making the […]

The Opener: Abrams, Misiorowski, Diamondbacks/Pirates

The Mariners were in danger of losing the first three games of a critical series against the Rangers until Dominic Canzone launched a go-ahead three-run homer in the seventh inning. Seattle now sends George Kirby to the mound with the chance to earn a split in the four-game set. 1. Abrams homers twice in series […]

White Sox Acquire Starting Pitcher From Pirates

The surprising Chicago White Sox continued to add pitching depth, acquiring right-hander Jose Urquidy from the Pittsburgh Pirates . The deal sends minor league right-hander Felix Doroteo to Pittsburgh in return. The Pirates had designated Urquidy for assignment on Friday, and because he remained within the seven-day window, he was still eligible to be traded rather than being outrighted or released. Why Chicago Made The Move The White Sox have been one of baseball's best stories, improvi...

White Sox Acquire RHP José Urquidy from Pirates

The White Sox acquired right-hander José Urquidy from the Pirates in exchange for minor-league pitcher Félix Doroteo. Urquidy was recently designated for assignment by Pittsburgh. The post White Sox Acquire RHP José Urquidy from Pirates appeared first on On Tap Sports Net .

TRADE: White Sox Acquire Former World Series-Winning Pitcher From Pirates

The Chicago White Sox secured a 12-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Sunday to improve to 55-49.Just hours later, the White Sox landed a former Astros World Series champion in a trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates.White Sox Make Trade With PiratesFanSided’s Robert Murray reported Sunday that the White Sox, who have been searching for […] The post TRADE: White Sox Acquire Former World Series-Winning Pitcher From Pirates appeared first on HEAVY .

White Sox Acquire Jose Urquidy

The White Sox are set to acquire right-hander Jose Urquidy from the Pirates, FanSided’s Robert Murray reports.  Pittsburgh will receive minor league righty Felix Doroteo in return, as per MLB.com’s Mark Feinsand. Urquidy has an 8.53 ERA over 6 1/3 relief innings this season, and the righty hasn’t pitched in a big league game since […]

Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/26/26): Pirates 8, Cubs 7 – TaiLLon Rocked Again

The Cubs’ attempt to complete a sweep of the Pirates came up short at PNC Park Sunday afternoon. For a second consecutive start, Jameson Taillon put his team in a hole they could not climb out of to win. Chicago grabbed the lead on an RBI single from Dansby Swanson against Braxton Ashcraft in the … The post Chicago Cubs Score and Recap (7/26/26): Pirates 8, Cubs 7 – TaiLLon Rocked Again appeared first on .

Derek Curiel officially signs with Pirates

With just about 48 hours until Monday’s 5 pm ET deadline, Derek Curiel signs his professional contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates. His signing bonus is $6.2 million, well below slot value of $8,336,500. Curiel delivered two fantastic season in Baton Rouge, helping LSU capture their 8th National Championship as a freshman in 2025. In his […]

Chicago Cubs Player Makes Post After Milestone During Pirates Series

On Sunday, the Chicago Cubs will finish their series with the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park.The Cubs are looking to sweep the Pirates after winning the first two games.They won by a score of 11-0 on Saturday.Chicago Cubs Player Makes PostOn Saturday, Javier Assad went 3.0 innings (and let up no runs).He also picked up […] The post Chicago Cubs Player Makes Post After Milestone During Pirates Series appeared first on HEAVY .

Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Jameson Taillon vs. Braxton Ashcraft

Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, July 26, 2026, 1:40 p.m. ET The Pittsburgh Pirates are finishing off a three-game series against the NL Central rival Chicago Cubs at PNC Park. The Pirates are tossing the ball to All-Star Braxton Ashcraft, who is making his second start of the second half of the season. Ashcraft struggled […]