The Athletic ranks Pirates as worst MLB franchise over last 25 years

Highlighting just how tough it's been to be a Pirates fan this century, they are the only team to receive a negative score in The Athletic's franchise rankings.
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3 Pirates prospects who could have unexpected rebounds in 2025
Pittsburgh Pirates prospects like Konnor Griffin, Bubba Chandler, and Thomas Harrington have some high expectations placed upon them.
Thu, Apr 10
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2024 Pirates slugger lands with Red Sox (of course) on minor-league deal
Former Pirates catcher Yasmani Grandal signed a minor league deal with the Red Sox.
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Pirates recall former top reliever after spring controversy, demote Thomas Harrington
Out of nowhere on the Pirates off-day, Thomas Harrington was demoted to Triple-A. His cold start to his career not only took himself out of Pittsburgh, but took.
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Former Pirates outfielder earns opportunity to succeed on MLB's worst team
Former Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Joshua Palacios is headed back to the big leagues, as the Chicago White Sox selected his contract from Triple-A Charlotte o.
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Former Pirates' top prospect is finally healthy, discusses his return to pitching
One of the first moves Ben Cherington made when he got the job with the Pirates was sending Starling Marte to the Diamondbacks for two young prospects.
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Predicting who will be closing games for the Pirates by the end of the season
The backend of the Pittsburgh Pirates’ bullpen has already struggled significantly to start the year.
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Pirates' tiny protest crowd during Paul Skenes start was a horrible sign
The Pittsburgh Pirates' first homestand of the season saw a large number of disgruntled fans booing manager Derek Shelton during introductions and loudly demand.
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Wed, Apr 9
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Generations of Pirates fans betrayed by Bob Nutting's latest show of disrespect
My grandfather, Bill Lingan, was born and raised in Pittsburgh.