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#1
Pirates Drop Finale; One Mistake Opens Floodgates, Brewers’ Harrison Dominates
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Pirates Drop Finale; One Mistake Opens Floodgates, Brewers’ Harrison Dominates

https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/pirates-drop-finale-one-mistake-205130452.htmlhttps://www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/news/kyle-harrison-brewers-beat-pirates-5-0/https://www.si.com/mlb/brewers/onsi/kyle-harrison-drops-career-best-start-for-brewers-pat3
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  • The Pirates’ plan to sweep Milwaukee was dashed as the Brewers secured a 5-0 win on Sunday.
  • Kyle Harrison limited Pittsburgh to one hit and one walk over six scoreless innings, pitching a career-best 12 strikeouts.
  • Milwaukee extended its lead to 5-0 with a four-run fourth inning featuring three straight two-out hits to fuel the cushion.
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Pregame: OK, so what if the Pirates actually had a bounce house …
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sports1d ago

Pregame: OK, so what if the Pirates actually had a bounce house …

https://www.mlb.com/news/bounce-house-comment-an-another-example-of-pirates-chemistry
Mlb.com
  • The Pirates beat the Brewers 6-0 as Paul Skenes tossed seven shutout innings to boost the team’s momentum.
  • Manager Derek Shelton praised the team’s high vibes and togetherness fueling their good start this season.
  • Misiorowski’s elite velocity poses a challenge for Pirates hitters in upcoming games.
  • Misiorowski sits in the 98th percentile for fastball velocity, whiff rate, and strikeout rate.
  • Misiorowski’s breaking balls have limited batting against them this season.
  • Pirates lineup for the next game features Cruz, Lowe, Reynolds, and Gonzales.
  • Braxton Ashcraft was placed on the bereavement list; Cam Sanders recalled to Triple-A Indianapolis.
  • Shelton hinted at a potential bullpen day due to no off-day in the schedule.
  • Jacob Misiorowski’s road and home splits show strong home results against the Pirates.
  • The Brewers series includes a mention of a 42-strikeout performance by Misiorowski in 26 2/3 innings.
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#3
Bryan Reynolds Makes Pirates History vs. Brewers
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sports21h ago

Bryan Reynolds Makes Pirates History vs. Brewers

https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/onsi/bryan-reynolds-makes-pittsburgh-pirates-history-vs-brewershttps://apnews.com/article/brewers-pirates-score-64ce326794af22bdc652e828cc01f04a
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  • Reynolds delivers a late RBI single in the 10th to set a Pirates history-making moment against the Brewers, extending the lead to 4-3 and fueling a 6-3 win.
  • The 10th-inning RBI single helped clinch the series win over a divisional rival, underscoring Pittsburgh’s late-inning surge.
  • Reynolds’ extension in 2023 reinforced his status as the Pirates’ keystone player, marking a landmark contract for an undrafted path to the majors.
  • Reynolds stands as one of two Pirates All-Stars in a lineup with playoff aspirations for 2026, highlighting his continued peak performance.
  • Through 27 games in the season, Pittsburgh sits at 16-11 as Reynolds eyes a return to the playoffs since 2015.
  • Reynolds’ MLB debut came in 2019 after being traded from the Giants in 2018, marking eight years with the Pirates by 2026.
  • Reynolds’ Pirates tenure features two All-Star selections (2021, 2024), underscoring his sustained impact.
  • The piece highlights Reynolds’ positional versatility, having moved across left, center, and right field to maximize lineup depth.
  • The article notes Reynolds’ multi-year contract as a historic, franchise-defining agreement for a homegrown star.
  • Dominic Campbell, a Pittsburgh native, contributes as the writer for Pirates On SI, linking local perspective to the coverage.
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Pirates Rookie Could Make First MLB Start After Braxton Ashcraft News
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sports17h ago

Pirates Rookie Could Make First MLB Start After Braxton Ashcraft News

https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/onsi/pittsburgh-pirates-rookie-could-first-mlb-start-braxton-ashcraft-news
Si.com
  • Pirates may start rookie Wilber Dotel if Braxton Ashcraft misses his next start due to bereavement list.
  • Dotel has already made his major league debut with two appearances this season for Pittsburgh.
  • Ashcraft started the season on the bereavement/family emergency list, triggering the potential rotation change.
  • The Pirates are in a stretch of 13 straight games, underscoring the need for rotation depth.
  • Triple-A Indianapolis is where Barco and Urquidy are now, leaving Dotel as the lone bullpen option.
  • Dotel was recalled in mid-April as a potential long-relief/spot-start option.
  • If Ashcraft returns, the Pirates could rotate him back in after a brief absence.
  • The article notes the Pirates’ schedule could affect decisions on starters and bullpen usage.
  • Pirates manager Don Kelly has previously spoken about Dotel as a versatile option.
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#5
Pirates Strategically Take Two Best Hitters Out vs. Brewers
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sports15h ago

Pirates Strategically Take Two Best Hitters Out vs. Brewers

https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/onsi/pittsburgh-pirates-strategically-two-best-hitters-out-brewers
Si.com
  • The Pirates benched two top hitters, Oneil Cruz and Brandon Lowe, for the series finale against the Brewers.
  • Billy Cook started in center field and Nick Gonzales moved to second base as Lowe’s replacement.
  • The lineup decision aimed to counter left-handed Brewers pitching, with Kyle Harrison on the mound.
  • Only Ryan O’Hearn, who hits left-handed, appeared as the only left-handed hitter in the Pirates’ lineup.
  • Cruz has had a strong season against left-handed pitchers, with a 1.090 OPS in 2026 against southpaws.
  • Cruz could return later as a pinch-hitter or pinch-runner during the 13-game stretch.
  • The Pirates maintained the rest of the lineup, keeping Ryan O’Hearn at first and Nick Yorke at third.
  • The article notes Cruz's absence as part of a broader strategic move rather than a punishment.
  • Dominic Campbell, Pittsburgh contributor, provided the report with insights on the lineup change.
  • The article quotes the team’s intention to win a sweep against the Brewers on the road.
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#6
Pirates Announce Jared Jones Rehab Assignment Start Date
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sports13h ago

Pirates Announce Jared Jones Rehab Assignment Start Date

https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/onsi/pittsburgh-pirates-announce-jared-jones-rehab-assignment-start-date
Si.com
  • Jones will begin a rehab assignment with Bradenton on April 29 as he returns from surgery.
  • Cherington said Jones is physically ready, with velocity back to pre-surgery levels.
  • The plan moves Jones through Bradenton, then Greensboro, Altoona, and Indianapolis before a potential Pirates return.
  • Jones went on the 60-day IL on March 26; May 25 is the earliest return date.
  • Jones underwent internal brace surgery in 2025 and faces a 10–12 month return timeline.
  • Jones has pitched in extended games to prepare for heavier workloads during rehab.
  • The rehab will help him regain readiness for a return to the Pirates' rotation in 2026.
  • The rehab path includes elevations from Bradenton to Greensboro, Altoona, and Indianapolis.
  • Jones last pitched for the Pirates in 2024 after rookie season highlights.
  • The article notes Jones’s fiery attitude and competitiveness as a Assets for 2026.
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#7
'Disappointed in myself': Carmen Mlodzinski voices frustration after Sunday's loss to Brewers
#7 out of 8
sports11h ago

'Disappointed in myself': Carmen Mlodzinski voices frustration after Sunday's loss to Brewers

https://www.mlb.com/news/pirates-unable-to-complete-sweep-of-brewers
Mlb.com
  • Brewers rally in the fourth inning turned a tight game into a 5-0 lead, ending Mlodzinski's strong start.
  • Mlodzinski threw 81 pitches over four innings before exiting with Milwaukee ahead 5-0.
  • Pirates managed only two hits and 18 strikeouts, scoring no runs in the series finale.
  • Jason Kelly said the Pirates faced a tough assignment against Harrison, who dominated with 12 strikeouts in six scoreless innings.
  • Brewers extended their lead with a five-run fifth inning, cementing the victory.
  • Carmen Mlodzinski acknowledged the recurring challenge of facing a lineup a second and third time.
  • Pirates manager Don Kelly stressed the need for timely hits to capitalize on offensive opportunities.
  • Brewers right-hander Kyle Harrison dominated the Pirates, allowing only one hit over six innings with a career-high in strikeouts.
  • The Pirates, now 16-12, faced an offensive drought as they headed into a series with the Cardinals.
  • The series marked the Pirates' third shutout loss this season, the last one coming on April 6 against the Padres.
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#8
Carmen Mlodzinski Struggles Creating Problem for Pirates
#8 out of 8
sports11h ago

Carmen Mlodzinski Struggles Creating Problem for Pirates

https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/onsi/carmen-mlodzinski-struggles-creating-problem-pittsburgh-pirates
Si.com
  • Mlodzinski gave up five earned runs in 4.1 innings vs Rangers and four earned runs in 3.2 innings vs Brewers on the road trip.
  • Pirates face rotation uncertainty with a fifth starter spot open amid Mlodzinski’s struggles.
  • Jones could return and challenge for a rotation spot, potentially pushing Mlodzinski to the bullpen.
  • Mlodzinski’s struggles stem from hitters making contact and a tough third-time through the lineup.
  • Mlodzinski had a strong start to the season but faced trouble entering late turns in the opposing lineup.
  • Pirates’ depth options include José Urquidy and Hunter Barco, who began in the bullpen while Mlodzinski carried the fifth-starter duty.
  • Mlodzinski’s earlier season form showed promise, with a 1.77 ERA over early starts and two scoreless outings.
  • Mlodzinski’s early-season success contrasted with late-April struggles, threatening his rotation status.
  • Rosters moves aim to add depth as Pirates explore multiple options for the fifth starter.
  • The article emphasizes monitoring Mlodzinski’s approach and adjusting when facing the lineup again.
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