Jordon Lawrenz

Jordon Lawrenz

Joined: Dec 23, 2025

Jordon Lawrenz began his On SI journey writing for the Tennessee Titans and Iowa Hawkeyes. Since then, he's began contributing to both the New York Yankees and Pittsburgh Pirates. Jordon is an accomplished writer covering the NFL, MLB, and college football/basketball. Having graduated from the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay with a Sports Communication and Journalism degree, Jordon fully embraced the sports writing lifestyle upon his relocation to Florida.

Sep 17, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (30) talks with Pirates owner Robert Nutting (right) before the game against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Sep 10, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (30) walks off of the field during the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Aug 2, 2024; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Konnor Griffin who was the ninth overall pick in first round of the 2024 First-Year Player Draft looks on at the batting cage before a game against the Arizona Diamondbacks at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

Jul 8, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Mitch Keller (23) pitches during the second inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Jul 7, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates manager Don Kelly (12) stands on field against the Kansas City Royals prior to a game at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates' schedule is on their side in 2026.

Sep 5, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves designated hitter Marcell Ozuna (20) celebrates after a double against the Seattle Mariners in the eighth inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates have been urged to add another bat to their lineup.

Sep 20, 2025; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Bubba Chandler (57) delivers a pitch against the Athletics during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates have a pair of pitching prospects ready to take the world by storm.

Jun 19, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates manager Don Kelly in the dugout in the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates continue to get everyone's attention.

Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Zack Littell (52) circles back to the mound between pitches in the third inning of the MLB National League Wild Card Game 2 between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Cincinnati Reds at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. The Reds were eliminated from the postseason with an 8-4 loss to the reining World Series Champions La Dodgers.

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There's one key free agent pitcher the Pittsburgh Pirates are sleeping on.

Sep 20, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Harrison Bader (2) scores a run against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates have a chance to add a little extra outfield depth.

Sep 10, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes (30) throws during the fifth inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates should consider adding at least one of these three pitchers.

Sep 20, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter Masataka Yoshida (7) runs to first after hitting an rbi single against the Tampa Bay Rays in the ninth inning at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

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The Pittsburgh Pirates could be in the market for this 32-year-old.

Jul 8, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Mitch Keller (23) pitches during the second inning against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

The Pittsburgh Pirates wouldn't be winning this trade.

Sep 22, 2025; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres first baseman Luis Arraez (4) hits an RBI single during the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

The Pittsburgh Pirates may no longer be bringing in this lefty infielder.

Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Miguel Andujar (38) hits a single in the first inning of a MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and St. Louis Cardinals, Aug. 30, 2025, at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati.

The Pittsburgh Pirates could bring back this veteran utility player for cheap.

Sep 27, 2025; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds (10) high fives teammates after the victory against the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Godfree-Imagn Images

While it's not much, the Pittsburgh Pirates saw a slight increase in ESPN's Power Rankings.