MLB News/ NBC Sports / July 17
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Pittsburgh Pirates News/ Bucs Dugout / July 17
Pirates reveal 2024 MLB Draft class
The Pittsburgh Pirates have their new batch of rookies. The Pittsburgh Pirates and the other 29 teams in the league are now done with their three-day MLB Draft.
MLB News/ ClutchPoints / July 17
Paul Skenes’ ‘cool’ reaction to sharing All-Star dugout with Shohei Ohtani
Paul Skenes and Shohei Ohtani on the same team? Unless the Pittsburgh Pirates cheap out and allow the Los Angeles Dodgers to steal him away, they’ll only be teaming up together in the All-Star game.
Domingo German News/ MLB Trade Rumors / July 17
Former Yankees pitcher who threw perfect game opts out of Pirates deal
Right-hander Domingo German was released by the Pirates this week.
Who are the 24 MLB pitchers who have thrown a perfect game?
The 'No. 1 overall pick in the MLB Draft' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News/ Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 17
How National Analysts Grade Pirates Draft
After making 21 selections in 20 rounds across the three-day event, the Pittsburgh Pirates draft is now in the books. The Pirates drafted prep shortstop Konnor Griffin from Jackson Prep in Mississippi the first round — ninth overall.
Pittsburgh Pirates News/ ClutchPoints / July 17
Pirates 2024 Over/Under Win Total Prediction, Pick
The All-Star break is coming to an end, and the Pittsburgh Pirates are in a good position. This will continue our MLB odds series as we hand out a Pirates win total prediction and pick.
Pittsburgh Pirates News/ Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 17
One Potential Pirates Draft Sleeper
The Pittsburgh Pirates draft began by taking a prep shortstop, Konnor Griffin from Jackson Prep in Flowood, Miss. Griffin was rated as the top high school player in this year’s draft by MLB Pipeline and he was the first prep player to hear his name when commissioner Rob Manfred stepped to the podium to announce the Pirates’ pick.
Paul Skenes News/ Fastball on SI / July 17
Paul Skenes Joins All-Star Game History as Livvy Dunne Watches On
The National League lost to the American League on Tuesday night during the All-Star Game but it was no fault of Pittsburgh Pirates flamethrower Paul Skenes, who threw a scoreless first inning for the NL.
Paul Skenes News/ Pittsburgh Baseball Now / July 17
What Happened to Other Rookie Pitchers Who Started All-Star Game?
Paul Skenes joined a select group of pitchers during Tuesday night’s All-Star Game. The Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander became just the fifth rookie to start a Midsummer Classic when he pitched for the National League at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas.
Paul Skenes News/ DK Pittsburgh Sports / July 17
Halicke: Skenes' brilliance on the big stage couldn't be more impressive
ARLINGTON, Texas -- Just a few months ago, Paul Skenes was intently watching Chris Sale pitch against his teammates in a mere Grapefruit League exhibition, trying to pick up anything he could from a pitcher of his caliber.
Ben Cherington News/ DK Pittsburgh Sports / July 16
Pirates prioritize athleticism, impact, character in class of 2024
When searching for prospects they would select in the 2024 MLB Draft, Ben Cherington and Justin Horowitz, the Pirates' amateur scouting director, prioritized things like athleticism, potential impact and character.
MLB News/ Yardbarker / July 17
Watch: The anticipated Paul Skenes-Aaron Judge matchup lasted just one pitch
The one matchup that the baseball world wanted to see in the 2024 MLB All-Star Game was Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes going against Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge.
Judge excited to see 'special stuff' from Skenes
The cost of protecting Skenes
The top MLB storylines and performers at the All-Star break
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The 'Every MLB All-Star Game winning pitcher' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News/ Yardbarker / July 15
Five non-Paul Skenes storylines to watch at the 2024 MLB All-Star Game
Pirates rookie pitcher Paul Skenes is the main attraction at the 2024 MLB All-Star Game, but he isn't the only star worthy of our attention. Here are five other storylines to watch for on Tuesday night:
AL slugger Aaron Judge excited to see 'special stuff' from NL starter Paul Skenes
Diamondbacks manager confirms how long Skenes will pitch at All-Star Game
The cost of protecting Skenes
AL names starting pitcher for All-Star Game
2024 MLB All-Star Game odds, lines and props
Pittsburgh Pirates News/ 5 GOATs / July 15
Pittsburgh Pirates select UCLA second baseman Duce Gourson in 2024 MLB Draft
UCLA second baseman Duce Gourson has been selected by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the ninth round of the 2024 MLB Draft, taken with the No. 264 overall pick in the draft.
Paul Skenes News/ Yardbarker / July 15
The cost of protecting Paul Skenes
In an era when MLB teams strive to protect young pitchers with strict pitch counts, the Pittsburgh Pirates face a dilemma with rookie Paul Skenes.
Paul Skenes reveals which AL All-Stars he's looking forward to facing
Watch: Paul Skenes finds out about All-Star Game decision during live interview
Pirates' Paul Skenes joins exclusive group of rookie All-Stars with varying degrees of career success
Who are the 24 MLB pitchers who have thrown a perfect game?
The 'No. 1 overall pick in the MLB Draft' quiz
Pittsburgh Pirates News/ Last Word On Sports / July 14
Pirates Select High School Outfielder/Infielder in First Round of 2024 Draft
On Sunday, the Pittsburgh Pirates selected shortstop/outfielder Konnor Griffin from Mississippi in the first round of the June Amateur Draft. If the reader is confused, it’s because once again, Major League Baseball held its June Amateur Draft in July.
Pittsburgh Pirates News/ MLB Trade Rumors / July 12
Pirates to reinstate left-hander from injured list
He is set to start Friday's game for the Pirates.
Pirates' Paul Skenes joins exclusive group of rookie All-Stars with varying degrees of career success
Who are the 24 MLB pitchers who have thrown a perfect game?
The '1979 ‘We Are Family’ Pittsburgh Pirates' quiz