Pittsburgh Pirates Roster
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Inside the 2026 Pirates active roster
Even though the club is one of baseball’s most storied franchises, the 2026 Pittsburgh Pirates roster is entirely focused on the future. Under the guidance of manager Don Kelly, this compelling group of rising stars is fighting to bring a National League Central division title to the Steel City and make their first postseason appearance since 2015.
To help you follow the action without missing a single pitch, I put together this quick roster overview. Below, I’ve outlined the active 26-man squad and the core coaching personnel so you know exactly who’s representing the black and gold this season.
MLB - Pittsburgh Pirates Roster
| # | Player | Position | Height | Weight | Age | Birth place |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Pitchers | ||||||
71 | Lake Bachar | RP | 6'2" | 219 lbs | 31 | Winfield, IL |
45 | Hunter Barco | RP | 6'4" | 229 lbs | 25 | Jacksonville, FL |
36 | Bubba Chandler | SP | 6'3" | 206 lbs | 24 | Lawrenceville, GA |
14 | Brandon Eisert | RP | 6'2" | 210 lbs | 28 | Portland, OR |
17 | Jared Jones | SP | 6'0" | 211 lbs | 25 | Whittier, CA |
62 | Antwone Kelly | RP | 5'10" | 238 lbs | 23 | Oranjestad, Aruba |
50 | Carmen Mlodzinski | RP | 6'2" | 210 lbs | 27 | Hilton Head Island, SC |
46 | Mason Montgomery | RP | 6'2" | 205 lbs | 26 | Austin, TX |
58 | Noah Murdock | RP | 6'8" | 234 lbs | 28 | Richmond, VA |
49 | Yohan Ramirez | RP | 6'3" | 205 lbs | 31 | Villa Mella, Dominican Republic |
30 | Paul Skenes | SP | 6'6" | 260 lbs | 24 | Fullerton, CA |
31 | Gregory Soto | RP | 6'1" | 247 lbs | 31 | Bajos de Haina, Dominican Republic |
18 | Luke Weaver | RP | 6'2" | 180 lbs | 33 | DeLand, FL |
54 | Kirby Yates | RP | 5'10" | 205 lbs | 39 | Lihue, HI |
Catchers | ||||||
32 | Henry Davis | C | 5'11" | 225 lbs | 27 | Bedford, NY |
43 | Rafael Flores Jr. | C | 6'3" | 232 lbs | 25 | Anaheim, CA |
Infielders | ||||||
3 | Nick Gonzales | 3B | 5'8" | 193 lbs | 27 | Tucson, AZ |
26 | Jacob Gonzalez | SS | 6'2" | 205 lbs | 24 | Glendora, CA |
6 | Konnor Griffin | SS | 6'3" | 222 lbs | 20 | Jackson, MS |
2 | Spencer Horwitz | 1B | 5'10" | 204 lbs | 28 | Timonium, MD |
5 | Brandon Lowe | 2B | 5'9" | 181 lbs | 32 | Suffolk, VA |
19 | Jared Triolo | SS | 6'3" | 212 lbs | 28 | Nashua, NH |
Outfielders | ||||||
25 | Billy Cook | CF | 6'0" | 204 lbs | 27 | Layton, UT |
15 | Oneil Cruz | CF | 6'7" | 248 lbs | 27 | Nizao, Dominican Republic |
28 | Jake Mangum | CF | 5'11" | 191 lbs | 30 | Flowood, MS |
29 | Ryan O'Hearn | RF | 6'2" | 220 lbs | 33 | Dunedin, FL |
10 | Bryan Reynolds | LF | 6'2" | 210 lbs | 31 | Baltimore, MD |
63 | Ronny Simon | RF | 5'8" | 196 lbs | 26 | La Romana, Dominican Republic |
Top Pirates players to watch
Pittsburgh’s starting pitching is the immediate draw. The rotation is anchored by Paul Skenes, whose upper-90s velocity and sharp secondary pitches make his starts highly anticipated events.
Offensively, the lineup boasts a compelling combination of size and prospect pedigree. The broadcast frequently highlights Oneil Cruz, who routinely registers some of the hardest-hit balls in the sport. He’s now joined by top prospect Konnor Griffin. The 2024 draftee made his major league debut early in the 2026 season and brings an exciting new dynamic to the batting order.
Current Pirates injury report
MLB - Pittsburgh Pirates Injury Report
| Player | Status | Expected return | Injury | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Oneil Cruz | Day-to-day | February | Left Knee (Bruise) | Cruz (knee) is absent from the lineup for Sunday's game versus the Tigers. |
Mitch Keller | 60-day IL | February | Right Shoulder (Strain) | Keller (shoulder) said Wednesday that he feels fully healthy and plans to resume throwing in late October, Aiden Stepansky of MLB.com reports. |
Braxton Ashcraft | 15-day IL | February | Right Arm (Soreness) | Ashcraft (arm) played catch Friday but is not expected to return this season, Kevin Gorman of TribLive.com reports. |
Esmerlyn Valdez | 10-day IL | February | Left Hamstring (Strain) | Valdez (hamstring) isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Cubs. |
Isaac Mattson | 15-day IL | February | Hip (Inflammation) | The Pirates recalled Mattson from Triple-A Indianapolis on Friday, Danny Demilio of PittsburghBaseballNow.com reports. |
Endy Rodriguez | 60-day IL | May | Left Hip (Surgery) | The Pirates transferred Rodriguez (hip) to the 60-day injured list Tuesday. |
Pittsburgh Pirates coaching staff
- Manager: Don Kelly
- Bench Coach: Kristopher Negrón
- Pitching Coach: Bill Murphy
- Hitting Coach: Matt Hague
- First Base Coach: Tarrik Brock
- Third Base Coach: Tony Beasley
- Bullpen Coach: Miguel Pérez
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Pittsburgh Pirates roster FAQ
Who's the manager of the Pirates?
Don Kelly is the manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The former utility player came on board after serving as the team's bench coach since 2020.
Who's the highest-paid player on the Pirates?
Starting pitcher Mitch Keller currently tops the Pirates' payroll, earning an estimated $15.4 million for the 2026 season. He's closely followed by veterans Ryan O'Hearn and Bryan Reynolds, who both make over $13 million this year.
What's the average age of the Pirates roster?
The average age of the Pittsburgh Pirates is 28, making them one of the younger teams in Major League Baseball.
What are the Pirates' minor league affiliates?
Pittsburgh's primary minor league affiliates include the Bradenton Marauders (Low-A), Greensboro Grasshoppers (High-A), Altoona Curve (Double-A), and the Indianapolis Indians (Triple-A).
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