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As the Pirates gear up for their Spring Training matchup against the Detroit Tigers, anticipation is palpable among players and fans alike, especially with Opening Day against the Mets right around the corner. Mitch Keller is particularly eager to hit the big stage, expressing the collective excitement of a team that feels ready to compete. Meanwhile, Konnor Griffin continues to steal the spotlight, earning high praise from Bubba Chandler and solidifying his case for an Opening Day roster spot. The buzz around Griffin highlights a productive spring where he seems to have nothing left to prove. On a lighter note, Pirates fans are enjoying the Cardinals' offseason missteps, reveling in the irony of their rivals' struggles. It’s a blend of optimism and humor as the season draws near, showcasing the unique spirit of Pittsburgh baseball.


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Spring Training Game #26: Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
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Spring Training Game #26: Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, March 18, 2026, 6:05 p.m. ET Location: LECOM Park, Bradenton, FL How to Listen: KDKA-FM 93.7 The Pittsburgh Pirates are at home today against the Pittsburgh Pirates looking to grab a win against the Detroit Tigers in Spring Training. Please remember our Game Day thread guidelines. BD community, this is […]
Five things we've learned about Pirates' starting pitching this spring
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Five things we've learned about Pirates' starting pitching this spring
BRADENTON, Fla. – Mitch Keller can’t wait to board a plane and fly to New York City for Opening Day against the Mets. He’s hardly alone, either. “Everybody’s kind of there, ready for some competition,” Keller said. In a way, the Pirates aren’t in a markedly different spot than back
Podcast: Griffin's breakout among top spring storylines
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Podcast: Griffin's breakout among top spring storylines
MLB Morning Lineup Podcast · Episode
Pittsburgh fans can't help but laugh at Pirates-like offseason struggles for Cardinals
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Pittsburgh fans can't help but laugh at Pirates-like offseason struggles for Cardinals
St. Louis is leaning on spring hope after missing on outside help, and Pirates fans have every reason to laugh at the irony.
Konnor Griffin gets vote of confidence from teammate for Pirates Opening Day spot
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Konnor Griffin gets vote of confidence from teammate for Pirates Opening Day spot
Top Pirates pitching prospect Bubba Chandler said that Konnor Griffin making the team's Opening Day roster "would be sick."
Konnor Griffin Has Nothing Left To Prove This Spring
Justbaseball
Konnor Griffin Has Nothing Left To Prove This Spring
Back on November 18th, 2025, ESPN’s Jeff Passan dropped an earth-shattering article in relation to the Pittsburgh Pirates. In this story, Passan first tied the Pirates to Kyle Schwarber, which obviously became the biggest headline from the article. However, one of the biggest pieces of information in this article slipped through the cracks when it […] The post Konnor Griffin Has Nothing Left To Prove This Spring appeared first on Just Baseball.
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