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Horwitz drives in 3 runs, Pirates defeat Brewers for the 6th time in 7 games this season

Spencer Horwitz hit a three-run double and the Pittsburgh Pirates extended their dominance over the Brewers this season, beating Milwaukee 4-3 in the opener of a four-game series

12 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Elly De La Cruz scores in the ninth as the Reds beat the Pirates 3-2

Elly De La Cruz scored on fielder’s choice in the ninth inning to lift the Cincinnati Reds to a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates in the opening game of a four-game series

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Out of lineup versus left-hander Gonzalez is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Diamondbacks.

Impact With left-hander Eduardo Rodriguez on the bump for the Diamondbacks, the lefty-swinging Gonzalez will begin the game on the bench. Jared Triolo will fill in at shortstop and bat seventh in Wednesday's rubber match.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Inside the origins of Jacob Gonzalez's power surge with Pirates This story was excerpted from Aiden Stepansky's Pirates Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it re...

6 DAYS AGO • MLB.COM

White Sox Deadline Tweaks Begin With Trade for Former Starter José Urquidy The Chicago White Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates teamed up for another trade. Only a couple of weeks ago, GM Chris Getz sent Jacob Gonzalez and...

JULY 27 • SI.COM

What's behind the White Sox rise? Unlocking the best in their hitters Jacob Gonzalez had become the kind of prospect organizations quietly move on from. The White Sox first-round pick (15th overall) in the 2023...

JULY 23 • MLB.COM

Triolo, Mangum lift Pirates over Yankees 5-3 in doubleheader opener after Cole strikes out 11

Jared Triolo and Jake Mangum hit run-scoring singles against Fernando Cruz in the 10th inning, Jacob Gonzalez and Nick Gonzales homered off Gerrit Cole and the Pittsburgh Pirates b...

JULY 22 • Associated Press

How to live stream Pirates vs Yankees: MLB, TV channel The Pittsburgh Pirates (52-49) face the New York Yankees (56-44) at Yankee Stadium in a regular season MLB matchup. Jul 22, 2026; Bronx, New...

JULY 22 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Taking seat against southpaw Gonzalez is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Yankees.

Impact The left-handed-hitting Gonzalez will retreat to the bench Monday while the Yankees send southpaw Ryan Weathers to the bump for the series opener. Since being acquired from the White Sox on July 10, Gonzalez has made both of his starts at shortstop and has gone 3-for-10 with a home run, a double, three RBI and two runs through his first four games with the Pirates.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Skenes strikes out 8 in 7 innings as Pirates roll to 7-1 win over Guardians

Paul Skenes allowed one run and struck out eight in seven innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Cleveland Guardians 7-1

JULY 19 • Associated Press

Taking seat in Game 2 Gonzalez isn't in the lineup for the second game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Guardians.

Impact Gonzalez will get a chance to rest his legs after going 2-for-4 with a two-run homer during Pittsburgh's victory in the early game. While he sits, Ryan O'Hearn will start at first base, and Jared Triolo will get the nod at shortstop.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Valdez and Gonzalez homer, Jones strikes out 9 as Pirates roll to 7-1 win over Guardians in Game 1

Esmerlyn Valdez and Jacob Gonzalez hit two-run homers, Jared Jones struck out nine in five innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Cleveland Guardians 7-1 in the first game...

JULY 18 • Associated Press

With reinforcements (and Valdez's bat) in tow, Bucs sweep doubleheader vs. Brewers PITTSBURGH -- With the MLB Draft looming on Saturday, the Pirates made a deal late Friday night to help the team in the present. Pittsburgh...

JULY 11 • MLB.COM

Added to active roster The Pirates activated Gonzalez on Saturday.

Impact Gonzalez had been at Triple-A when the White Sox traded him to Pittsburgh on Friday, but he'll officially return to the majors to begin his tenure with the Pirates. He won't be in the lineup for the final game of Saturday's doubleheader, though Injuries to Spencer Horwitz (hamstring) and Konnor Griffin (finger) could open up opportunities for Gonzalez to get starting reps with Pittsburgh.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Pirates acquire Brandon Eisert, Jacob Gonzalez from White Sox in a trade that includes a draft pick

The Pittsburgh Pirates acquired left-handed reliever Brandon Eisert and infielder Jacob Gonzalez from the Chicago White Sox in a trade for minor league left-hander Jaden Woods and...

JULY 11 • Associated Press

Pirates trade Draft pick to White Sox in deal for infield, bullpen help The Pirates have indeed traded their Competitive Balance-A Round Pick for help, and it will address needs at shortstop with Konnor Griffin’s...

JULY 11 • MLB.COM

Traded to Pirates The White Sox traded Gonzalez and Brandon Eisert to the Pirates on Friday in exchange for minor-league reliever Jaden Woods and the 34th pick in the 2026 First-Year Player Draft, J...

Impact After sending him down to Triple-A earlier in the day, the White Sox will now send Gonzalez out to Pittsburgh to help bolster the Pirates' infield depth. The 24-year-old has slashed .244/.323/.360 across 97 plate appearances in the majors since making his MLB debut May 31, but he boasts a 1.040 OPS at the Triple-A level. With Konnor Griffin (finger) expected to miss multiple months and Spencer Horwitz (hamstring) also on the IL, Gonzalez could get an opportunity to contribute right away for the big club.

JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Murakami rejoins White Sox on same day he is named to AL All-Star team

Munetaka Murakami has rejoined the Chicago White Sox

JULY 10 • Associated Press

Sent to Triple-A The White Sox optioned Gonzalez to Triple-A Charlotte on Friday.

Impact Gonzalez was recalled for his major-league debut last month after Munetaka Murakami (hamstring) was sent to the injured list. Across 97 trips to the plate, Gonzalez slashed .244/.323/.360 with two homers, 17 RBI, 11 runs scored and an 8:22 BB:K. With Murakami back from the IL, Gonzalez will head back to Charlotte.

JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Sitting against southpaw Gonzalez is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Red Sox.

Impact Gonzalez will head to the bench along with fellow left-handed hitters Andrew Benintendi and Tristan Peters while the Red Sox send southpaw Jake Bennett to the bump. Miguel Vargas will move over from his usual spot at third base to cover first base in place of Gonzalez.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Monasterio and Rafaela homers power the Red Sox to an 8-1 win over the White Sox

Payton Tolle allowed two hits in six shutout innings, Andruw Monasterio and Ceddanne Rafaela homered and the Boston Red Sox beat the Chicago White Sox 8-1 on Tuesday night

JULY 8 • Associated Press

Guardians bring 2-1 series advantage over White Sox into game 4

The Cleveland Guardians lead 2-1 in a four-game series against the Chicago White Sox

JULY 5 • Associated Press

Stance shift making a world of difference for Gonzalez at the plate BALTIMORE – A slight adjustment in his batting stance has helped Jacob Gonzalez during his latest hot streak at the plate. In the last six g...

JULY 1 • MLB.COM

Three more RBI in Tuesday's win Gonzalez went 3-for-5 with two doubles, a run scored and three RBI in Tuesday's 9-3 win over the Orioles.

Impact The rookie infielder drove in three runs for a second straight game as he enjoys his trip to Baltimore, and Gonzalez has erupted for 12 total RBI in the last five contests. Since making his big-league debut May 31, Gonzalez has delivered a .260/.341/.397 slash line with two homers, 11 runs and 17 RBI in 24 games.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

White Sox score 7 runs before making an out in the 3rd, pound the Orioles 9-3

Colson Montgomery and Junior Perez homered during Chicago’s seven-run third inning, and the White Sox pounded the Baltimore Orioles 9-3

JULY 1 • Associated Press

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