Ethan Merrill

Ethan Merrill

Joined: Feb 24, 2025

Ethan Merrill is from Grand Rapids, MI, and brings with him a diverse background of experiences. After graduating from Michigan State University with a degree in journalism, he worked with the Arizona Diamondbacks for three seasons before settling in the Pittsburgh area in 2020. With a passion for sports and a growing connection to his community, Ethan brings a fresh perspective to covering the Pittsburgh Pirates.

May 21, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates designated hitter Marcell Ozuna (24) looks on during the second inning against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

May 6, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

May 6, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

May 3, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Braxton Ashcraft (35) talks with catcher Joey Bart (14) during the seventh inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images

May 1, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Henry Davis (32) rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Cincinnati Reds during the fourth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Justin Berl-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates may be breaking through at the plate.

Sep 16, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; A hat and glove belonging to Pittsburgh Pirates third baseman Jared Triolo (not pictured) on the field against the Chicago Cubs during the sixth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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A Pittsburgh Pirates draft pick from last season has been tearing the cover off the ball in his debut.

Jun 28, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; The PNC Park grounds crew attempts to blow rain off of the playing surface in order to resume the game against the New York Mets after a rain delay halted play in the second inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates are under a rain delay for the start of their game against the Cincinnati Reds.

Apr 30, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates second baseman Brandon Lowe (5) circles the bases on a solo home run against the St. Louis Cardinals during the seventh inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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Assessing the Pittsburgh Pirates through the first month of the season.

Apr 28, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz (15) circles the bases on a solo home run against the St. Louis Cardinals during the sixth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates star had a statistical landmark highlighted in a punchy social media post.

Apr 24, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Mason Montgomery (46) throws a pitch in the eighth inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates will aim to win their fourth consecutive series against a divisional opponent.

Mar 29, 2026; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Texas Rangers center fielder Andrew McCutchen (4) in the dugout against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates are travelling to Texas, where they'll find a familiar face in the other clubhouse.

(FCL) Pirates' Wilber Dotel, pitching. The Florida Complex League (FCL) Orioles played their first night game against the (FCL) Pirates at Sarasota's Ed Smith Stadium on Friday, July 15, 2022. Admission is free and you can bring your own food. For more up-coming games, check out the schedules of the Florida Complex League visit, mlb.com/orioles/spring-training/minor-leagues.

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The Pittsburgh Pirates promoted a top pitching prospect ahead of their series finale against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Apr 13, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) makes his way to the field to warm up before pitching against the Washington Nationals at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

There was a much different feeling around the Pittsburgh Pirates' ballpark for this year's Paul Skenes bobblehead giveaway.

Apr 13, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) reacts as he receives a new baseball against the Washington Nationals during the third inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The Pittsburgh Pirates will close out their homestand with a weekend series against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Apr 5, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Braxton Ashcraft (35) delivers a pitch against the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher chose a unique way to reveal the gender of his upcoming child.

Apr 7, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (30) delivers a pitch against the San Diego Padres during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

The Pittsburgh Pirates kick off a week-long homestand with a series against the Washington Nationals.