D-backs’ Corbin Burnes rides hot streak into start vs. Pirates

May 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Corbin Burnes (39) throws during the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Corbin Burnes has looked every bit the $210 million man recently. Burnes will bring a streak of four consecutive quality starts…

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Christian Yelich blasts 2 homers as Brewers top Pirates

May 22, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rhys Hoskins (12) congratulates designated hitter Christian Yelich (22) crossing home plate on a on a three run home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images Christian Yelich hit a pair of home runs and…

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Paul Skenes, assured of remaining with Pirates, faces Brewers

May 18, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) looks on against the Philadelphia Phillies in the ninth inning at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images A day after the Pittsburgh Pirates’ front office declared its intention to keep ace Paul Skenes for the long term, the right-hander will…

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Pirates look to continue upswing in opener vs. Brewers

Sep 28, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Mike Burrows (53) follows through on a pitch against the New York Yankees during the fourth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images The Pittsburgh Pirates and visiting Milwaukee Brewers are expected to start a rookie on the mound Thursday night in…

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Run-starved Pirates pursue series win over Reds

May 20, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Bryan Reynolds (10) hits an RBI single against the Cincinnati Reds during the sixth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images A day after snapping a four-game losing streak, the Pittsburgh Pirates will try to string together back-to-back wins for the first time…

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Will Benson, Reds coming in hot against woeful Pirates

May 18, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds outfielder Will Benson (30) reacts after hitting a solo home run in the sixth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images The Cincinnati Reds are riding high as they prepare to open a three-game series against the Pirates in…

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Phillies look to take advantage of Pirates’ road woes

May 11, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Zack Wheeler (45) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images Right-hander Zack Wheeler will try to win his third consecutive start on Saturday when the Philadelphia Phillies attempt to clinch a rivalry series…

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