Pirates' Brandon Lowe Trade Pays Off Big in 2026
Pittsburgh's three-team winter deal netted a 35-HR second baseman, an elite late-inning lefty, and an outfielder — all of whom contributed.
The Pirates acquired Brandon Lowe, Mason Montgomery, and Jake Mangum from Tampa Bay in a three-team trade, sending Mike Burrows to Houston. Lowe hit 35 home runs with an .824 OPS and posted 13 Defensive Runs Saved in 150 games. Montgomery emerged as one of the league's best relievers, allowing runs in just two of 37 appearances from July onward. Pittsburgh finished above .500 for the first time since 2018, fueled largely by this trade haul.
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Kirby Yates Retires After 518th Career Appearance
Pirates reliever Kirby Yates made his final MLB appearance, closing out an 11-year career that included a dominant 2019 All-Star season.
Kirby Yates Retires After 518th Career Appearance
Veteran reliever Kirby Yates has played his final MLB game, closing out his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Kirby Yates Retires After 518th Career MLB Appearance
Pirates reliever Kirby Yates closed out his MLB career in his final game appearance, officially retiring from professional baseball.
Kirby Yates Retires After 518th Career MLB Appearance
Pirates reliever Kirby Yates has played his final game, officially closing out a lengthy MLB career with a historic final outing.
Pirates GM Ben Cherington expects to return for 2027 after best season of his tenure
Cherington told reporters he anticipates an eighth year running Pittsburgh's front office, per MLB Trade Rumors, as the Pirates close in on their first winning record since 2018.