Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 12-9, 4th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates were edged out by the Tampa Bay Rays 7-8 at PNC Park.
The numbers are pulling in both directions. 6.7 R/G this week. The lineup is doing its job. The catch: losing ground in the standings, now 4th.
Pirates Game on April 19
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 01:35 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Mitch Keller (1-1, 2.86 ERA) vs Shane McClanahan (1-1, 3.95 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Rays.TV |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 53°F, Wind 6 mph |
Pirates Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates were edged out by the Tampa Bay Rays 7-8 at PNC Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10+ | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 8 | 15 | 0 |
 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 2 |
Highlights
- Konnor Griffin went 1-6 with 2 RBI.
- Ryan O'Hearn went 2-3 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Marcell Ozuna went 2-6 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Reds
|
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13 | 8 | .619 | W2 | |
|
Cardinals
|
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12 | 8 | .600 | 0.5 | W4 |
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Brewers
|
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12 | 8 | .600 | 0.5 | W4 |
|
Pirates
|
|
12 | 9 | .571 | 1.0 | L1 |
|
Cubs
|
|
11 | 9 | .550 | 1.5 | W4 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +13 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | .267 | .975 | 18 | |
| 6 | .302 | .938 | 19 | |
| 4 | .329 | .960 | 15 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 6.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Pirates News
The Pittsburgh Pirates are looking to build on their recent momentum as they face the Tampa Bay Rays today at PNC Park, coming off a strong 5-1 victory yesterday that showcased their offensive prowess with an impressive 6.3 runs per game over the last week. With a solid record of 12-8, the Pirates have a chance to extend their winning ways, but they’ll need to overcome the weather, as a rain delay threatens to disrupt the game. On the player front, rookie sensation Paul Skenes is generating excitement among fans, especially as it's his bobblehead day, although his recent outings have been cut short. Meanwhile, Seth Hernandez’s breakout performance in the minors is drawing attention, hinting at a promising future for the franchise. The energy is palpable, and fans are hopeful for another win today.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the Texas Rangers for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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