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Pittsburgh Pirates Poised for Breakout Season with Top Prospect Duo

Pitching phenom Paul Skenes to lead young Pirates squad with help from top shortstop prospect Konnor Griffin

5 Overvalued Fantasy Baseball Draft Picks to Avoid on CBS

Experts warn against reaching for these players in 2026 fantasy baseball drafts on CBS Sports

Pirates GM Undecided on Konnor Griffin's Opening Day Roster Spot

Highly-touted shortstop prospect has impressed in spring training, but team wants to take it slow with his development.

Phillies Explore Roster Flexibility With Catcher Garrett Stubbs

Stubbs works out at multiple positions as Phillies look to fill final roster spot

Team USA Defeats Great Britain at WBC Behind Schwarber's Big Blast

Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber hit a crucial two-run homer to propel the Americans to a 9-1 victory.

Pirates Farm System Soars in 2026 MLB Pipeline Rankings

Pittsburgh's minor league talent pool now ranked 3rd best in baseball, fueling playoff hopes.

Phillies Catcher Realmuto Racks Up Strikeouts with ABS Challenges

Realmuto's savvy use of the new Automated Ball-Strike System helps pitcher Luzardo in spring training debut.

Red Sox Face Two-Man Battle for Final Rotation Spot

Former Pirates pitcher Johan Oviedo may have edge over Patrick Sandoval

Pirates Acquire Infielder/Outfielder Tyler Callihan from Reds

The 25-year-old prospect could provide depth for Pittsburgh in the outfield and infield.

Ex-Player Calls Out Pirates for Not Signing Andrew McCutchen

Argues McCutchen could have mentored top prospect Konnor Griffin

Rangers Sign Former Pirates Star Andrew McCutchen

The 39-year-old outfielder agrees to minor-league deal with Texas after Pittsburgh declines to re-sign him.

Rangers Sign Andrew McCutchen to Minor-League Deal

39-year-old outfielder looks to extend career with Texas

A's Open to Kyler Murray Exploring MLB Return

Former NFL No. 1 draft pick could consider two-sport career after expected release from Cardinals

Oakland A's Open to Kyler Murray Returning to Baseball

The former NFL quarterback may have options beyond the gridiron.

Rangers Sign $1M MVP, Gold Glove Winner to Replace Braves' Profar

Atlanta misses out on veteran outfielder as Texas lands free agent deal.

MLB rookies to watch: Konnor Griffin, Kevin McGonigle look like real deal

Four top prospects have done little to dispel that they may not only be big league-ready, but poised to break through even before the most starry-eyed prospect-head could've imagined.

Pirates' Paul Skenes Poised for Dominant World Baseball Classic

Four bold predictions for the rising MLB star's performance in the 2026 tournament

Rangers Sign 39-Year-Old Outfielder McCutchen to Minor League Deal

Former NL MVP joins Texas on a low-risk contract with chance to make major league roster

Phillies Announcer Injured in Chainsaw Accident

Ben Davis cut his knee to the bone while trying to clean up trees on his property.

Yankees Reportedly Considering Trading Top Prospect Jasson Dominguez

The Yankees could land a package centered around the Cardinals' No. 98 overall prospect in a potential deal.

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