The Pittsburgh Pirates have hired a former Houston Astros pitching coach to work within their minor league system, according to a report published on October 28, 2026. The organization did not immediately release the coach's name or specific role.
A photo from October 4, 2024, shows Sean Buchanan, pitching coach of the Surprise Saguaros, during a photo day at Scottsdale Stadium in Arizona. It is unclear if Buchanan is the coach referenced in the hiring announcement.
