Pirates already blew their chance to extend an under-appreciated star

The Pirates front office has to be kicking themselves. Brandon Lowe would've signed a contract extension before the season. Now, he is out of Pittsburgh's price range.
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Ashcraft throws 11 Ks and Pirates complete sweep of Twins

PITTSBRGH (AP) — Braxton Ashcraft struck out 11 in six innings, Ryan O’Hearn and Nick Gonzales homered, and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the skidding Minnesota Twins 9-3 on Sunday to complete a three-game sweep.
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How three Pirates with Texas ties helped to complete a sweep, superb homestand

Call it a Texas three-step. Looking to complete a sweep and win five of seven on their homestand, the Pirates relied on three players with Texas ties during a 9-3 victory over the Twins at PNC Park, with Braxton Ashcraft,

Pirates Getting Slugger Back From Injury Earlier Than Expected

The Pittsburgh Pirates have an important part of their lineup returning.
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Ryan O'Hearn talks impressive return in Pirates' win

Ryan O'Hearn talks his impressive return, the Pirates' recent momentum and more after the team's 9-3 win over the Twins

Pirates Third Baseman Leaves Cubs Game With Injury

The Pittsburgh Pirates lost a key member of their infield with an injury.
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Pirates' Ben Cherington offers insight on Carmen Mlodzinski situation

Placing Mlodzinski on the restricted list raised some eyebrows, prompting a response from Cherington, who stressed that both the front office and Mlodzinski are having "conversations."