The Pittsburgh Pirates have officially kicked off their spring training with their first game against the Baltimore Orioles in the Grapefruit League. Set to take place at Ed Smith Stadium, the Pirates lineup features promising talents like Nick Gonzales and Henry Davis, who hopes to rebound from a lackluster major league stint after a strong minor league career. Davis, the 2021 first overall pick, faces stiff competition from teammates Joey Bart and Endy Rodriguez for playing time behind the plate.

Carmen Mlodzinski, who had a solid previous season with a 3.38 ERA, is poised to further establish himself as a reliable pitcher for the Pirates. As the team prepares for the season, manager Derek Shelton maintains faith in Davis, emphasizing a patient approach to his development. This spring, the Pirates are focused on integrating their young talent and shaping their roster for the upcoming season.

The Pittsburgh Pirates are gearing up for Spring Training with some exciting news regarding their pitching lineup. Manager Derek Shelton has announced that Carmen Mlodzinski will take the mound as the starter for their Grapefruit League opener against the Baltimore Orioles on February 22. Mlodzinski, a right-handed pitcher, demonstrated promise last season with a 5-5 record, 3.91 ERA, and impressive strikeout rate in 50.2 innings. After battling injuries early in his career, including elbow inflammation and a shoulder strain, Mlodzinski has shown resilience and growth on the field.

Drafted by the Pirates in 2020, Mlodzinski made his MLB debut in June 2023, showcasing potential with a solid rookie season. After a brief stint on the injured list, he made a comeback, indicating his readiness for the upcoming season. As Spring Training begins, all eyes will be on Mlodzinski to see if he can secure a strong position in the Pirates' pitching rotation.

The MLB Players Inc. has officially withdrawn its lawsuit against the Pittsburgh Pirates and Sheetz Inc. regarding the unauthorized use of players’ names and images on social media platforms. Initially filed on August 14, the lawsuit alleged violations of Pennsylvania law about the unauthorized use of likenesses, among other claims, and sought an injunction along with damages.

Following the announcement of a jersey patch sponsorship deal between the Pirates and Sheetz on June 21, the lawsuit highlighted instances on Instagram, X, and Facebook where the images of several players, including Paul Skenes and Andrew McCutchen, were allegedly misappropriated. A verbal agreement appears to have resolved the dispute, leading to a voluntary dismissal of the case by MLB Players Inc. on December 23.