Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Los Angeles Angels - May 08, 2024

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Teams

Angels logo, Angels 14-23, 1 0, 2 0, 3 1, 4 0, 5 1, 6 3, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 5, H 10, E 0

Pirates logo, Pirates 17-21, 1 0, 2 0, 3 0, 4 0, 5 4, 6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, R 4, H 6, E 0

Pitching

WinnerA. Cimber (3-0)

LoserL. Ortiz (2-2)

SaveC. Estévez (6)

Blown SaveL. Ortiz (2)

Scoring

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Bot 5Oneil Cruz doubles to deep right center field. Bryan Reynolds scores. Andrew McCutchen scores. Joey Bart scores.

Top 5Jo Adell singles to center field. Brandon Drury scores.

Top 3Jo Adell homers to center field.

What's Buzzing

Bucs Dugout

Hope? #pirates https://t.co/UMjYIOSfom

John Perrotto

11h

When I was 20 and the low man on the totem pole (as I should have), as a treat, I’d get assigned occasionally to the Pirates. One night, did a sidebar on Jerry Koosman , then 42 with the Phillies and still effective. I kind of star struck but he couldn’t have been nicer. RIP

New York Mets

20h

We are saddened to share the news that Jerry Koosman has passed away. We send our thoughts and prayers to his family.

Colin Beazley

11h

No Gold Gloves for Brandon Lowe or Jared Triolo, but there was some WPIAL representation. North Allegheny’s Cole Young (Mariners) was the AL Gold Glove winner at second base. More: https://t.co/wFvVGXKIOm

Darren Wolfson

15h

Heck of a 1st career TD, @Emmett10Johnson! Holy Angels HS, go crazy!

Los Angeles Angels

Happy Halloween, Angels fans! 🎃

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Angels may benefit most from Tarik Skubal's free agency without landing himThe dream for the Los Angeles Angels would be landing Tarik Skubal in free agency. He'd immediately become one of the best starting pitchers in franchise histor

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Picking Every MLB Team's MVP, Cy Young and ROY 🏆Looking back on the Angels' standout players in 2026 📲

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Predicting Early Signings in Free Agency 🔮Why Brandon Lowe could decide to remain in Pittsburgh 📲

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Pirates' overlooked trade candidate could solve a problem Ben Cherington still hasn't addressedThe Pittsburgh Pirates have spent years stockpiling pitching talent. This offseason, it might finally be time to turn some of that depth into something they des

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Here’s where the Pirates stand in the offseason power rankingsThe Bucs have some expectations this season.

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Pirates' latest coaching hire could give them an inside track on newly available Astros pitcherNever hurts to add a little more pitching depth.

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Gleyber Torres could be the perfect stop gap to give Christian Moore one more season in the minorsChristian Moore didn't look ready for the big leagues this season, and signing Gleyber Torres might be an ideal stopgap for the Los Angeles Angels.

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Gleyber Torres free agency prediction reveals why Pirates can't afford to lose Brandon LoweIt's his way or the highway.

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Skenes & Livvy's Elf Costume 😂Turns out Buddy can throw heat 🎥

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Pirates' award-winning pitching prospect could force an uncomfortable offseason decisionThe Pittsburgh Pirates spent much of the 2026 season searching for answers in their bullpen. Now, one potential solution is already in their organization — but

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MLB's Top FA Storylines 📖Moves to watch after World Series 📲

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Astros' Randy Flores pivot could allow Angels to poach rising Brewers executiveThe Houston Astros hiring Randy Flores as their new general manager, could create an opportunity for the Los Angeles Angels to pursue Matt Kleine.

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Red Sox free-agent hurler could give Pirates perfect buy-low candidate to bolster the rotationThere's a delicate balancing act that Ben Cherington must undertake in order to fill all of the Pittsburgh Pirates' needs, build upon 2026's promising turnaroun

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Pirates' latest Esmerlyn Valdez update comes with a troubling offensive realityEsmerlyn Valdez is healthy again and preparing to play winter ball in the Dominican Republic. That's encouraging news for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but a troublin

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Jim Bowden's free-agent predictions expose Pirates' most glaring offseason contradictionThe Pittsburgh Pirates have plenty of holes to fill this offseason, but Jim Bowden's latest free-agent predictions raise an interesting question about whether t

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Why Pirates need to re-sign Brandon LoweBrandon Lowe is a free agent this winter after a great first season with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

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Vogey Sings 'Stacy's Mom' 💀Brewers parade has gone off the rails. Watch here 📲

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Angels' former second round pick gets Mets lifeline as options dwindleAs part of the roster shuffle to start the offseason, the Los Angeles Angels lost Kyren Paris to the New York Mets.

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Predicting MLB Teams' Qualifying Offers 🔮Examining if Brandon Lowe will accept or reject what Pittsburgh proposes 📲

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Pirates' Mitch Keller just admitted something that makes his $38.8 million future even more complicatedMitch Keller's disappointing 2026 season might have been more complicated than his statistics suggest. Unfortunately for the Pittsburgh Pirates, that only makes

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MLB Power Rankings Entering Free Agency 🔢Where the Angels stand heading into the offseason ➡️

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Ranking 10 Most Likely 1st-Time Champions 🏆Looking at which teams are most likely to follow the Brewers' path to glory ➡️

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Pirates could spend $67 million in free agency just to keep the same team togetherThe Pittsburgh Pirates could commit $67 million in free agency this offseason without adding a single new player to their roster. That's the uncomfortable reali

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Jim Bowden's Brandon Lowe prediction leaves Pirates with almost no excuse to let him walkThe prevailing sentiment has been that Brandon Lowe's market will be hot this offseason, making it seem like the Pittsburgh Pirates will really have to stretch

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Pirates passed on Matt Arnold in 2019, but Brewers' World Series win exposes a much bigger problemIn November 2019, the Pittsburgh Pirates were searching for a general manager who could transform their struggling organization into a sustainable small-market

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Angels tabbed as perfect Teruaki Sato fit but former MLB GM floats daunting price tagPay up or shut up time.

www.bucsdugout.com•3d

Pirates should have hope after Brewers’ World Series championshipThe Pittsburgh Pirates might be getting closer to their goals.

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Everything to Know on Lockout and Key Upcoming Dates ⚾Outlining what to watch for during the MLB offseason ➡️

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Way-Too-Early 2027 MLB Playoff Predictions 🔮Looking ahead to how the Angels could fare next season ➡️

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Pirates paid a premium for another elite shortstop with no obvious future openingThe Pittsburgh Pirates are doing something interesting at the shortstop position. Obviously, when you employ one of the game's brightest young stars, Konnor Gri

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1 Player Every Team Should Re-Sign in Free Agency 💰Who the Pirates must prioritize bringing back 📲

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Surprising Pirates reunion prediction could become an expensive offseason mistakeThe Pittsburgh Pirates have plenty of needs to address this offseason, and upgrading their bullpen should be among their priorities. But one MLB insider's surpr

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Pirates need to add a veteran starting pitcherThe Bucs have a good rotation. It still needs a veteran arm, however.

Bleacher Report•4d

MLB's New Winning Formula 🏆Brewers title proves there's another path to World Series success

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Best World Series Moments of Modern Era 🏆Ranking the 10 most memorable Fall Classic moments of the last 25 years 📲

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Angels risk serious buyer's remorse with Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s contract projectionJim Bowden's contract projection for Jazz Chisholm is very high, and the Angels need to stay away, even if they have the money to spend.

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Pirates' newest second-base prospect offers something their strikeout-prone lineup desperately needsMore offensive balance is the goal.

www.bucsdugout.com•4d

World Series matchup doesn’t change need for salary cap/floor systemThe Pittsburgh Pirates are watching their division rival pull off an improbable run.

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Pirates' latest Astros hire reveals bigger plan to fix disappointing pitching staffThe Pittsburgh Pirates have spent years building their reputation around pitching development. After a disappointing 2026 season, however, they're increasingly

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Pitching Wild MLB Trade Ideas 😮How a stunning move in LA can come together ➡️

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Pirates' most infamous trade comes back to haunt them in Rays' World Series thrillerEight years after the Pittsburgh Pirates made one of the most regrettable trades in franchise history, the two pitchers at the center of that deal found themsel

Bleacher Report•5d

MLB Player Choice Awards 🗳️Peer voting results here 📲

halohangout.com•5d

Stan Kroenke's first priority needs to be deciding the future of Zach Neto and Reid DetmersThe Angels have two players who could be building blocks or trade chips for new ones, but they need to decide before it is too late.

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MLB's proposed playoff overhaul could create another hurdle for Pirates' postseason dreamsImagine the Pittsburgh Pirates finally ending their postseason drought, only to have a higher-seeded opponent publicly select them as the team it would rather f

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Pirate hire former Astros pitching coach for Minor LeaguesThe Bucs executed a steal from the Astros organization.

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1 free agent from each AL West rival Angels should targetAs the Los Angeles Angels navigate an uncertain offseason, they could target these familiar AL West free agents to bolster the roster and weaken their rivals.

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Brewers' World Series dominance exposes a surprising truth about Pirates' biggest weaknessFor years, the Pittsburgh Pirates' biggest problem was painfully obvious: They couldn't score enough runs to compete with the National League's best teams. But

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Pirates' troubling Arizona Fall League results expose an uncomfortable pitching development questionThe Pittsburgh Pirates have built a reputation for developing young pitchers. But one of their former top draft picks is becoming an increasingly uncomfortable

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Angels Rumors: New intel reveals why Reid Detmers trade with Cubs collapsedEven with new details emerging from the Los Angeles Angels' failed trade with the Chicago Cubs, it's clear that it was a blessing in disguise.

Bleacher Report•6d

B/R's 2026 All-MLB Team ⭐Who we selected for our squad of this year's best hitters and pitchers ➡️

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Brewers' World Series rally shows Pirates what smart baseball looks likeThe most important play of the Milwaukee Brewers' historic World Series Game 3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays wasn't a home run, a spectacular defensive play o

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4 former Angels hitting free agency and their chances of returning to AnaheimThe Los Angeles Angels have plenty of roster deficiencies, but will they decide too fill any of them by turning to familiar faces in free agency?

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Pirates' Brandon Lowe embodies Roberto Clemente's legacy as uncertain future loomsWhen Major League Baseball announced New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor as the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award winner Monday morning, it was a reminder that s

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Three things the Pirates need to do to have a successful offseasonThe Pirates need to capitalize on this season and continue to build through free-agency and the trade market.

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Brewers' $50 million World Series hero Cooper Pratt shows Pirates what comes after Konnor Griffin extensionThe Pittsburgh Pirates made one of the most significant financial commitments in franchise history when they signed Konnor Griffin to a nine-year, $140 million

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Pirates' bullpen concerns look even worse after Brewers' latest World Series masterpieceThe Milwaukee Brewers are two wins away from a World Series championship, and they're providing the Pittsburgh Pirates with yet another uncomfortable reminder o

Bleacher Report•6d

Livvy Dunne Making Acting Debut'Baywatch' reboot series announces premiere date and TV info 📲

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Bold MLB Predictions For 2026-27 Offseason 🔮How the Pirates could make a signiifcant move ➡️

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Rays reveal former Angels manager Joe Maddon for World Series Game 3 first pitchMaddon's first World Series "appearance" since 2016.

Bleacher Report•1w

Ranking Top 10 Hitters in Free Agency 🔢Where Brandon Lowe ranks among the list of top available batters 📲

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Pirates' Brandon Lowe dilemma could make Mitch Keller, Bryan Reynolds expendableIt's a question of priorities.

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3 teams the Angels could rescue by taking an expensive staff of their handsThe Los Angeles Angels have a new owner with deep pockets, and a lot of holes to fill on the roster. Which expensive players could the Angels poach in a trade?

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Pirates' Paul Skenes is MLB's lowest-paid union leader, but he's fighting for something biggerPaul Skenes is one of the most valuable players in Major League Baseball. He's also the lowest-paid member of the eight-player executive subcommittee helping le

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Pirates' long-awaited competitive window could be destroyed by MLB's looming labor warThe Pittsburgh Pirates' 2026 season didn't go the way they or the fans had hoped, though there were small victories along the way. Oneil Cruz broke out. Braxton

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Scouting is True World Series MVP 👀Brewers, Rays prove there's still room for old-school scouting 📲

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Angels face a pre-MLB lockout nightmare if Scott Boras' free agency warning proves trueScott Boras says November is the time to sign before the lockout. The Angels don't have a GM or a manager yet. That's, uh, not ideal.

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Breaking down the Angels' 2027 payroll ahead of Stan Kroenke's arrival and likely lockoutA look at where things stand for the Los Angeles Angels and their payroll ahead of a decisive offseason.

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Pirates' most expensive player could become their most uncomfortable offseason decisionThe future is here. Is he a part of it?

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MLBPA's alternative to a salary floor could be an even bigger nightmare for Pirates ownershipFor years, Pittsburgh Pirates owner Bob Nutting has been able to point to baseball's economic system as an explanation for his team's spending limitations. Smal

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Early Teruaki Sato free agency rumors expose a surprising area where Angels have gone quietIt's time to rebuild an international reputation.

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Astros may stand between Angels and their long awaited Albert Pujols reunionIt's been long rumored that the Los Angeles Angels would be looking for a new manager this offseason, and now those rumors have been confirmed with the club ann

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Manfred Defends Salary CapMLB commissioner uses Brewers vs. Rays World Series matchup as reason to push proposed change

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Pirates' biggest offensive weakness has an unlikely solution hiding in plain sight after Oneil Cruz's seasonOne of the biggest issues facing the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2026 was the team's performance against left-handed pitching, particularly left-handed starters. When

Bleacher Report•1w

Thrilling WS Game 1 🍿Highlights, storylines and reaction from Brewers 3-2 win over Rays 📲

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Ranking Every Player in World Series 🔢A closer look at each hitter and pitcher on the Rays and Brewers ➡️

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Come chat the Rays vs. Brewers World Series with Bucs Dugout!The World Series stage is set.

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Rays' World Series roster exposes a glaring weakness in Pirates' rebuilding philosophyThe Tampa Bay Rays are heading to the World Series, and the way they constructed their roster should force the Pittsburgh Pirates to reconsider a fundamental pa

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Some pending free agents the Pirates could consider re-signingYour best source for quality Pittsburgh Pirates news, rumors, analysis, stats and scores from the fan perspective.

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Brewers-Rays World Series shows Pirates' problems run deeper than payrollThe 2026 World Series is shaping up to be a nightmare for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and not just because their division rivals are competing for a championship. T

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Angels' sudden manager search makes these 3 candidates more appealingThe Los Angeles Angels' managerial opening will be one to pay attention to, with a new ownership looking to send the organization in a new direction.

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Pirates' Paul Skenes warned about potential issue that may explain his 2026 regressionPaul Skenes knew long before his disappointing 2026 season that one aspect of his pitching mechanics would require constant attention throughout his career. Now

halohangout.com•1w

Teruaki Sato buzz may be hiding a more tempting Angels offseason targetThe Angels have long been one of the more active names on the Japanese free agent market, and a new name may've just presented himself to them.

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Pirates' newest award-winning prospect adds another twist to their crowded shortstop futureThe Pittsburgh Pirates have spent years trying to build a sustainable foundation around homegrown talent. Now, they're developing so many promising shortstops t

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Pirates' potential Cubs free-agent target Seiya Suzuki comes with an expensive reality checkDo you go all-in on one guy, or spread the wealth around?

Bleacher Report•1w

Next MLB Players to Sign $200M Contracts 💰Assessing who is set to cash in over the coming years 📲

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World Series Predictions 🔮Full Rays vs. Brewers preview with both teams chasing first title ever 📲

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Pirates have another 100-mph pitching prospect, but he comes with a major red flagThe Pittsburgh Pirates have found another pitcher capable of lighting up the radar gun. Whether he can consistently find the strike zone, however, is an entirel

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Angels may not have John Mozeliak around much longer after latest commentsThe indication from John Mozeliak is that he won't remain with the Los Angeles Angels once his contract expires in December.

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Rays have accomplished more since joining MLB than Pirates have in nearly half a centuryWhen the Tampa Bay Rays played their first Major League Baseball game in 1998, the Pittsburgh Pirates were already nearly two decades removed from their last Wo

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Murf Gray named Pirates Willie Stargell Slugger of the YearCannonball coming! Murf Gray has arrived on the scene!

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Angels failed Kurt Suzuki long before his managerial tenure endedKurt Suzuki was never in a position to succeed as the manager of the Los Angeles Angels, and his departure was always inevitable.

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Brewers' unlikely bullpen hero gives Pirates a new reason to rethink Carmen Mlodzinski's roleCarmen Mlodzinski has spent parts of four seasons in the Majors, and the Pirates are no closer to pinning down his exact role on the team. One month, he’s a sta

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Pirates' former top draft pick Termarr Johnson is facing an increasingly bleak road back to relevanceThere was a time when Termarr Johnson was supposed to be one of the cornerstones of the Pittsburgh Pirates' future. Now, it's becoming increasingly difficult to

Skubal Free Agency Looming ⏳

MLB Insider Jon Heyman names squads who could steal Dodgers ace

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Angels finally end Kurt Suzuki contract speculation, but there's a surprise twistThe Los Angeles Angels are moving on from Kurt Suzuki as their manager, but offering him a chance to stay in the organization.

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🚨 Angels Hiring New ManagerKurt Suzuki's option declined after one season with team

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Unbreakable World Series Records 🔒Seven accomplishments players can only dream of surpassing ➡️

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Seiya Suzuki and Ian Happ Landing Spots 🛬Ranking where Cubs' top free agents could be headed this offseason 📲

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Rays' ALCS defensive heroics expose another Pirates roster problemThe Tampa Bay Rays are headed to the World Series, and while their offense delivered the knockout blows against the Cleveland Guardians, their defense provided

halohangout.com•1w

3 glaring obstacles standing between the Angels and contention in 2027The stars are starting to align for the Los Angeles Angels. The AL West was woefully mediocre this season, and the deterioration of the top contenders is only g

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Insider's plea for Pirates to trade for Hunter Goodman almost makes sense, but the cost is too highThe Pittsburgh Pirates need to add right-handed pop to their left-handed-heavy lineup this offseason. And while Rafael Flores Jr. earned some trust with his 202

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Pirates have another offseason trade idea with AstrosThe Pittsburgh Pirates should be busy on the trade market this offseason.

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Konnor Griffin's stunning fantasy ranking should put Pirates on notice entering 2027Konnor Griffin hasn't even completed a full Major League Baseball season, and he's already being mentioned alongside some of the biggest superstars in the game.

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Rays' biggest ALCS hero is proof Pirates must rethink their prospect trade strategyThe Tampa Bay Rays are headed to the World Series, and one of their biggest heroes is a superstar they acquired before almost anyone else realized what he could

Bleacher Report•1w

Teruaki Sato Landing Spots📍Why the White Sox would be a terrific fit for the Japanese star 📲

Bleacher Report•1w

Teams That Must Spend Big in Free Agency💰Breaking down why the Pirates need to make major investments this winter ➡️

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Rays' World Series berth casts Pirates' blockbuster offseason trade in brutal new lightThe Tampa Bay Rays are headed to the World Series. The Pittsburgh Pirates are headed into another offseason wondering what went wrong. And somehow, the trade th

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Astros quietly gave Angels another intriguing option in their managerial searchAnd he's already talking to other AL West teams.

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Pirates have a golden opportunity as Steelers and Penguins face uncertain futuresFor the better part of two decades, Pittsburgh sports fans have been able to count on two things: the Steelers and Penguins competing for championships, and the

www.bucsdugout.com•1w

Pirates Jared Triolo named Gold Glove finalistTriolo was once again a lockdown defender all over the diamond.

Bleacher Report•1w

Updated MLB Postseason Picture 🏆And then there were two 📲

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Pirates' remarkable Brandon Lowe transformation could become their next offseason embarrassmentThe Pittsburgh Pirates deserve credit for one of the most remarkable player-development success stories of the 2026 season. Unfortunately, they're also dangerou

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Pirates' overlooked pitching prospect could complicate their biggest offseason priorityThe Pittsburgh Pirates have plenty of questions to answer about their starting rotation this offseason, and finding a reliable left-handed starter figures to be

Bleacher Report•1w

MLB Qualifying Offer Rises 📈Price for this year's free agents is highest since system was implemented in 2012 (AP)

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Most Lopsided Trades in Recent MLB History 🔢Ranking the moves that became wildly one-sided over time 📲

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Brewers' forgotten ticket promotion aged better than Pirates' entire rebuildBack in 2014, the Milwaukee Brewers asked their fans to spend $1,000 on a promise that might not pay off for decades. Twelve years later, that promise is lookin

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A Possible Trade Made by Every Team This Offseason ⚾What the Angels could do to bolster their roster ➡️

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Yankees' qualifying decision just gave the Angels a clear Jazz Chisholm Jr. opportunityJazz Chisholm Jr. is not expected to receive the qualifying offer from the New York Yankees, creating a clear opportunity for the Los Angeles Angels.

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Esmerlyn Valdez's rookie season has troubling parallels to former Pirate's downfallThe Pittsburgh Pirates have seen this story before. A promising young outfielder gets called up to the big leagues out of necessity, immediately flashes impress

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Pirates' farm system decline exposes a problem Ben Cherington can't keep ignoringThere is an aspect of rebuilding a baseball franchise that holds some excitement. High draft picks, promising prospects, and anticipation all keep the fans’ att

halohangout.com•2w

Angels are approaching a Mike Trout reckoning with MLB lockout on the horizonTo trade or not to trade, that is the question.

www.bucsdugout.com•2w

Pirates sign Minor League outfielder to two-year dealThe Bucs are already making moves.

rumbunter.com•2w

Pirates' loaded catching pipeline could force an offseason trade for a righty masherThe primary reason that the Pittsburgh Pirates' offense was derailed in 2026 was the rash of injuries they suffered to key players in the second half of the sea

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Pirates' next big Rule 5 decision could put another promising young slugger at riskThe Pittsburgh Pirates have spent years trying to develop a long-term solution behind the plate. Now, they might have so many promising catchers in their organi

halohangout.com•2w

Angels feel like an obvious fit for Trent Grisham (and that's exactly the problem)In the abstract, the Los Angeles Angels would do well to add a left-handed power bat with the ability to draw walks. In 2026, the Angels' 8.4% walk rate ranked

Bleacher Report•2w

FAs Who Need Change of Scenery 🔁8 MLB players who could develop into superstars on a new team

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Pirates' newest power-hitting prospect has one major obstacle standing in his wayThe Pittsburgh Pirates have another intriguing young shortstop making noise in their farm system. Unfortunately for Wyatt Sanford, his path to the major leagues

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Guardians' historic playoff pitching run should embarrass Pirates' supposedly elite rotationThe Pittsburgh Pirates entered 2026 believing their starting rotation could carry them into October. Instead, they're watching another small-market organization

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Brewers' unlikely NLCS MVP just exposed a major flaw in Pirates' roster constructionThe Milwaukee Brewers are headed to the World Series, and their National League Championship Series MVP is a 30-year-old journeyman who nearly walked away from

www.bucsdugout.com•2w

Pirates Brandon Lowe named Gold Glove finalistIt was a heck of a year for Lowe.

Bleacher Report•2w

MLB Contract Predictions 🔮Projecting 10 biggest deals in free agency 📲

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Pirates must brace losing Brandon Lowe in free agencyBrandon Lowe had a strong 2026 campaign with the Pittsburgh Pirates ahead of entering free agency.

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Brewers' NLCS victory makes Pirates' historic offensive season look even more meaninglessThe Pittsburgh Pirates spent much of 2026 rewriting their offensive record books, but the National League pennant-winning Milwaukee Brewers just demonstrated wh

Bleacher Report•2w

Most Expensive Payrolls That Didn't Win World Series 🏆The teams that invested the most but failed to live up to expectations 📲

halohangout.com•2w

Two Rule 5 draft eligible minor leaguers the Angels will need to make room for this offseasonThe Angels will need to create some space on the 40-man this offseason for free agents, and a couple of key minor leaguers who they could lose.

Bleacher Report•2w

Ranking Tarik Skubal's Top Landing Spots 🛬Where the two-time Cy Young Award winner could be headed in free agency 📲

rumbunter.com•2w

Guardians' Chase DeLauter breakout is a reminder of what Pirates must do for Konnor GriffinIf you build it, he will (be)come a star.

halohangout.com•2w

Don Mattingly's Phillies contract puts Angels' managerial status in an uncomfortable lightAnother team has found their manager, and the Angels are dragging their feet deciding on Kurt Suzuki's contract option. They need to pick up the pace.

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Jared Triolo's Gold Glove nomination exposes Pirates' biggest infield contradictionThe Pittsburgh Pirates have a Gold Glove-caliber defender who can't hit consistently and a .300 hitter who can't field consistently. Somehow, they're still tryi

halohangout.com•2w

Angels' fading Gold Glove trend is another indictment of their roster constructionThe Los Angeles Angels had no Gold Glove finalists, and it's a reminder of one area of their roster construction that has been lacking.

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Brewers' rookie pitcher just showed Pirates why rotation depth is never optionalThe Milwaukee Brewers are one victory away from the World Series, and one of their most important postseason pitching performances just came from a rookie who i

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How Pirates performed vs. MLB’s Final Four this seasonThe Pittsburgh Pirates can compete with baseball’s best.

Bleacher Report•2w

10 Most Expensive Memorabilia Sales of 2026 🤑It has been a eye-opening year for purchasing sports cards ➡️

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Pirates' Brandon Lowe nightmare just got a very real December deadlineThe Pittsburgh Pirates' top offseason priority will be finding a way to retain star second baseman Brandon Lowe. Bringing Lowe back is far from the club's only

halohangout.com•2w

Angels can prove they're serious about spending by making Michael King their top targetMichael King would be an ideal free-agent target for the Los Angeles Angels for more reasons than just the fact that he's an outstanding starting pitcher.

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Pirates have chance to win David Bednar trade twice, but there's one expensive catchThe evaluation of the David Bednar trade from the Pittsburgh Pirates' perspective has been something of a rollercoaster. At first, it was too early to tell how

www.bucsdugout.com•2w

Pirates 2026 season in review: Best of the prospectsThese young Bucs had breakout seasons!

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Pirates' biggest 2026 free agency mistake should change Ben Cherington's entire offseason strategyThe Pittsburgh Pirates finally showed signs of meaningful progress in 2026, finishing with their first winning record since 2018. But one of their most expensiv

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MLB insider Jon Heyman discusses latest buzz around players