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Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski on the mound, ready to pitch, with stadium lights illuminating the scene.
The Pitch

Pirates Reinstate Carmen Mlodzinski From Restricted List Monday

Less than 24 hours after being placed on the restricted list because he 'wasn’t ready to' pitch, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Carmen Mlodzinski was reinstated to the active roster on Monday, June 1st.

Sofia Castillo·June 2, 2026
A visual representation of the Pittsburgh Pirates trading relief pitcher Justin Lawrence to the Minnesota Twins for cash considerations.
The Pitch

Pirates trade Justin Lawrence to Twins for cash considerations

Despite a 5.32 ERA and a staggering 43.1% walk rate this season, veteran reliever Justin Lawrence was just acquired by the Minnesota Twins for cash. This move, trading Lawrence from the Pittsburgh Pir

Sofia Castillo·June 2, 2026
Minor league pitcher Joe La Sorsa triggering an upward mobility clause in his contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates, showcasing player leverage.
The Pitch

Joe La Sorsa triggers upward mobility clause in Pirates deal

For the second time this year, minor league pitcher Joe La Sorsa is triggering an upward mobility clause in his deal with the Pittsburgh Pirates, forcing the team to either promote him to the 40-man r

Sofia Castillo·June 1, 2026
Eugenio Suarez activated from IL as Ke'Bryan Hayes is placed on the injured list with a back injury.
The Huddle

Eugenio Suarez Activated, Ke'Bryan Hayes Lands on Injured List

Ke'Bryan Hayes, who was hitting .

Rachel Goldberg·May 23, 2026