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Bubba Chandler trolls Paul Skenes with cheeky baseball card message Paul Skenes is not just living up to the hype anymore. He's rewriting what's possible for a young MLB pitcher. After posting a 1.97 ERA last...

APRIL 1 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Allows no hits in no-decision Chandler didn't factor into the decision in Tuesday's 8-3 win over the Reds, giving up an unearned run over 4.1 no-hit innings. He walked six and struck out six.

Impact While the right-hander managed to find strikes with only 43 of his 81 pitches, Chandler was routinely hitting triple digits with his fastball and Cincy batters couldn't get good wood on the ball when he was in the strike zone. Until he tightens up his control, however, Chandler will be tough to rely upon in fantasy lineups. The 23-year-old lines up to make his next start at home early next week against the Padres.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Pirates' Bubba Chandler makes Pittsburgh baseball history not done in 20 years | Sporting News Bubba made his first start of the year.

APRIL 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Cruz homers twice, O'Hearn and Reynolds also go deep as Pirates beat Reds 8-3

Oneil Cruz homered twice and Ryan O’Hearn hit a three-run shot as the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 8-3

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Pirates send veteran pitcher Mike Clevinger to the minors after a so-so spring training

The Pittsburgh Pirates have assigned veteran right-handed pitcher Mike Clevinger to their minor league camp

MARCH 23 • Associated Press

Bubba Chandler's Opening Day roster status, pitching rotation spot revealed by Pirates | Sporting News This is big news for Pittsburgh.

MARCH 23 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Paul Skenes' impact on Bubba Chandler goes far beyond baseball Paul Skenes' aura of excellence extends beyond the baseball diamond, and it sounds like he's teaching this comprehensive approach to Pittsbu...

MARCH 22 • RUMBUNTER.COM

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MARCH 19 • Associated Press

Konnor Griffin gets vote of confidence from teammate for Pirates Opening Day spot Inside a major league clubhouse, praise doesn’t get handed out lightly — especially not when jobs are on the line. So when Bubba Chandler sa...

MARCH 18 • RUMBUNTER.COM

Pirates Rookie Reveals How Paul Skenes Has Helped His Development Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Bubba Chandler explains how Paul Skenes has helped him with his development and adjustment to the Major Leagues.

MARCH 18 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

Pirates Rookie Praises Konnor Griffin's 'Insane' Maturity Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Bubba Chandler has been impressed by Konnor Griffin during spring training.

MARCH 17 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

Pirates fans finally got the Bubba Chandler reminder they badly needed Spring training can do funny things to a fanbase. One rough outing becomes a trend. A couple of shaky innings suddenly feel like a red flag....

MARCH 13 • RUMBUNTER.COM

Dominates in spring start Chandler struck out eight batters over five innings of one-run ball Thursday against Atlanta. He allowed one hit and one walk.

Impact Chandler struggled mightily at the beginning of spring training, but he rounded into form and then some in Thursday's exhibition. He threw his four-seam fastball 74 percent of the time, averaging 98.2 mph and generating whiffs at a 34 percent clip with the pitch. Chandler also got plenty of whiffs on his changeup (3/4) and slider (2/5), but he was clearly focused on dominating with his fastball in this one. He still has a 22.4 percent walk rate and 1.45 WHIP in 11 innings this spring, as Chandler has been inconsistent in this tiny sample.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

'Keep it simple': Bubba Chandler flashes elite heat, regains form in unique outing BRADENTON, Fla. — As Paul Skenes’ regular catcher, life can sometimes feel like a video game for Henry Davis. He calls a pitch, and it’s the...

MARCH 13 • MLB.COM

Pirates' key young duo making strides on the mound BRADENTON, Fla. -- While much has been made of 19-year-old Konnor Griffin or a Pirates offense that appears far better equipped to do damage...

MARCH 6 • MLB.COM

Struggles with control again Chandler allowed two earned runs on three hits and three walks with two strikeouts across 1.1 innings in Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Astros.

Impact Chandler has struggled in two spring appearances, walking seven across only 3.0 innings of work. He surrendered free passes to the first two batters he faced Saturday, though he nearly worked out of the jam. There's no indication that Chandler's spot in the Priates' rotation is in jeopardy, but he hasn't had a strong start to the exhibition season.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Pirates Rookie Pitcher Named 2026 Breakout Candidate Eno Sarris named Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Bubba Chandler as one of his top breakout pitchers for 2026.

FEBRUARY 27 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

Keith Law Predicts Star Prospects To Give Pirates Major Boost In 2026 Keith Law expects big things from top Pittsburgh Pirates prospects Konnor Griffin and Bubba Chandler this year.

FEBRUARY 26 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

Bubba Chandler flashed promising arsenal vs Yankees, but Pirates prospect has ways to go Bubba Chandler’s first spring start against the Yankees was basically a perfect Pirates prospect experience: two minutes of “oh my god, this...

FEBRUARY 26 • RUMBUNTER.COM

Struggles to locate fastball Chandler allowed four earned runs while walking four and striking out two across 1.2 innings in Monday's Grapefruit League game against the Yankees.

Impact Chandler retired the Yankees in order in the first inning but walked four of the six batters he faced in the second frame. He ultimately threw only 14 of his 35 pitches for strikes, a concerning data point given his struggles to find the zone consistently with Triple-A Indianapolis in 2025. However, per Kevin Gorman of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Chandler purposefully lowered his velocity after topping 100 mph, which caused him to lose his attacking mentality and become erratic with his pitch placement.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Plus stuff, good health add up to satisfying spring debut for Chandler BRADENTON, Fla. -- A year ago, Bubba Chandler might have reacted to a rough outing a little differently, with his frustration resulting in a...

FEBRUARY 23 • MLB.COM

Former All-Star Pitcher Reveals What He Loves About Pirates' Bubba Chandler Former All-Star pitcher Dan Plesac revealed what he loves about Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Bubba Chandler on MLB Network.

FEBRUARY 19 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

Bubba Chandler Gets Clear Prediction On Making Pirates Opening Day Roster The Pittsburgh Pirates will have some intriguing roster decisions to make but top prospect Bubba Chandler got a clear prediction.

FEBRUARY 11 • SPORTSNETPITTSBURGH.COM

MLB analyst tags Pirates' Bubba Chandler as one to pay attention to this spring | Sporting News The Pirates could have another elite arm coming to the rotation.

FEBRUARY 10 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Pirates' Bubba Chandler Given Bold Prediction for 2026 Season PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh Pirates right-handed starting pitcher Bubba Chandler heads into a crucial season for his development and one that ma...

FEBRUARY 7 • SI.COM

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