When Dave Giusti was traded to the Pittsburgh Pirates, his intention was to pitch in the starting rotation. Instead, he became one of baseball’s most valuable closers and a key component of a World Series champion. Giusti led all major league pitchers in ... See more
After the Pittsburgh Pirates signed Ryan O’Hearn to their first multi-year free agent contract in almost a decade, Ben Cherington admitted that it was a “different feeling” to be a spender this offseason. The Pirates general manager has signed left-handed... See more
The Pittsburgh Pirates signed Ryan O’Hearn, their biggest foray into free agency in almost a decade, and formally introduced the slugger in a news conference Thursday afternoon at PNC Park. A 2025 All-Star who can play first base, outfield and DH, O’Hearn... See more
The Pittsburgh Pirates avoided arbitration with four players Thursday, signing catcher Joey Bart, center fielder Oneil Cruz and right-handed relievers Justin Lawrence and Dennis Santana to one-year contracts. Cruz received the biggest raise. After making ... See more
Jake Mangum blames his family’s football mentality for his aggressive approach at the plate, where he has a well-earned reputation for swinging at nearly every pitch within six inches of the strike zone. Mangum’s father, uncle and grandfather all played p... See more