PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates took down the Arizona Diamondbacks in a 2-0 shutout victory at PNC Park, thanks to a big swing by center fielder Oneil Cruz.

The Detroit Tigers have had a historic season so far, but they would love to soon forget the history they just made in Pittsburgh. The Pirates’ roster is built to record a stat like this. No team has hit Paul Skenes and being victim to Oneil Cruz’s insane athleticism can happen any night.

The Pirates claim they see the need to bolster their position player core through impactful trades. Whether they'll act on that is unclear.

Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star right-handed starting pitcher Paul Skenes has had some special trading cards since his MLB debut and will have another one, which is a collaboration with a famous painter.

The New York Yankees are exploring trade options seemingly everywhere, reportedly talking with the Pittsburgh Pirates about Oneil Cruz.

FAYETTEVILLE – Pittsburgh has signed former Arkansas third baseman Brent Iredale and also inked Razorback pitching signee McLane Moody of Fort Smith Northside.

PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburhg Pirates made one big change to their lineup for the second game vs. the Arizona Diamondbacks at PNC Park. Liover Peguero takes over at second base from Nick Gonzales and will bat eighth for the Pirates against the Diamondbacks.