Busy Pirates fill up 40-man roster
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:45:00 EDT)
The Pirates made multiple maneuvers on Friday to set their 40-man roster. Right-handed pitcher Chris Jakubauskas was claimed off waivers from the Mariners, while another right-handed pitcher, Jeff Karstens, was designated for assignment to make room.

Minor League look: GCL Pirates
(Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:44:00 EDT)
Here is part six in a seven-part series taking an in-depth look at how each of the Pirates' Minor League affiliates fared during the 2009 season.

Pirates look for value in free agents
(Thu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 EDT)
Beginning Friday, it's a free-agent free-for-all. In Pittsburgh, that certainly raises two questions: First, will the Pirates be players in the free-agent market? And if so, to what extent will they be?

Conditioning is Alvarez's focus
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 12:36:00 EDT)
Ever since the Pirates made Pedro Alvarez the No. 2 overall pick in the 2008 Draft, there have been debates about whether the former Vanderbilt standout would be able to remain a third baseman.

Bucs give journeyman Jones shot to shine
(Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:05:00 EDT)
Garrett Jones, the 28-year-old Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder/first baseman who was an overnight sensation 10 years worth of overnights in the making, may change the image of the Minors "six-year free agent" just a bit.

McCutchen fourth in NL ROY vote
(Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:45:00 EDT)
In his first season with the Pirates, Andrew McCutchen hardly came up short to the expectations that trailed him through the Minors. The center fielder did, though, when it came to nabbing National League Rookie of the Year honors.

Pirates' award tradition remains rich
(Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:32:00 EDT)
Though the Pirates didn't add any names to the club's list of national award winners in 2009, the franchise does have previous award winners to note.

Pirates hire Williams as Majors scout
(Tue, 17 Nov 2009 18:50:00 EDT)
The Pirates have made another addition to their scouting department, hiring Steve Williams to serve as a Major League scout for the organization.

Virtual Catalog kicks off holiday season
(Tue, 17 Nov 2009 10:00:00 EDT)
The launching of the Virtual Catalog at the MLB.com Shop signals the official start to another season of holiday shopping.

Pirates to be more agressive in world market
(Fri, 13 Nov 2009 15:55:00 EDT)
The Pirates have shown an increased emphasis in scouring the globe for talent. There was no better evidence of that than last year's signing of a South African infielder (Gift Ngoepe) and two Indian pitchers (Rinku Singh and Dinesh Patel).

Minor League look: Short season Spikes
(Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:01:00 EDT)
Here is Part 5 in a seven-part series that will take an in-depth look at how each of the Pirates' Minor League affiliates fared during the 2009 season. Up next is the short season State College Spikes.

Productive d'Arnaud ignoring AFL stats
(Sat, 14 Nov 2009 00:35:00 EDT)
Pirates prospect Chase d'Arnaud went 3-for-4 with two RBIs and two stolen bases Friday in Scottsdale's 9-2 romp over the Peoria Saguaros.

Inbox: Analyzing Iwamura-Chavez deal
(Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:40:00 EDT)
As the Akinori Iwamura-Jesse Chavez trade became finalized just over a week ago, the e-mails started arriving in a flurry.

Bucs announce Spring Training schedule
(Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:38:00 EDT)
The Pirates have released their 2010 Spring Training schedule, which is highlighted by two home games each against the Yankees, Red Sox and Phillies.

LaRoche keeps second base in mind
(Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:25:00 EDT)
The Pirates' acquisition of Akinori Iwamura a week ago not only solidified second base for 2010, but it also clarified Andy LaRoche's future in the infield as well. His immediate future, at least.

McCutchen, Jones award hopefuls
(Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:05:00 EDT)
The awards season in baseball kicks off in earnest on Tuesday and the Bucs have two young players coming off stellar rookie campaigns.

Bucs' FSL purchase, move approved
(Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:15:00 EDT)
Florida State League owners have approved the Pirates' bid to purchase Cincinnati's high-A club, the final step in Pittsburgh's pursuit to move a Minor League affiliate to Bradenton, Fla.

Pirates outright three off 40-man roster
(Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:46:00 EDT)
The Pirates continue to retool the club's 40-man roster, with three more players being removed from it on Friday.