Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 16-11, 3rd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates handled the Milwaukee Brewers 6-3 at American Family Field.
A healthy temperature for a reason. Last night's win by 3 gives the score a boost. And a mostly healthy roster helps the outlook.
Pirates Game on April 26
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | American Family Field |
| First Pitch: | 02:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Carmen Mlodzinski (1-1, 3.28 ERA) vs Kyle Harrison (1-1, 3.06 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Brewers.TV |
| Forecast: | 🌦️ Light drizzle, 43°F, Wind 10 mph |
Pirates Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates handled the Milwaukee Brewers 6-3 at American Family Field.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10+ | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 9 | 1 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 1 |
Highlights
- Spencer Horwitz went 1-4 with 2 RBI.
- Nick Gonzales went 3-5 with 1 RBI.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Reds
|
|
18 | 9 | .667 | W2 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
17 | 10 | .630 | 1.0 | L1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
16 | 11 | .593 | 2.0 | W2 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
14 | 12 | .538 | 3.5 | L3 |
|
Brewers
|
|
13 | 13 | .500 | 4.5 | L4 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +6 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | .259 | .838 | 24 | |
| 7 | .247 | .867 | 19 | |
| 4 | .330 | .930 | 16 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-1 | 2.48 | 0.72 | 29.0 | |
| 2-1 | 3.18 | 1.15 | 34.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 2 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Pirates News
The Pittsburgh Pirates, fresh off a dominant 6-0 victory against the Milwaukee Brewers, are riding a wave of momentum, now boasting a 15-11 record. Mitch Keller, with a solid 2.79 ERA, takes the mound tonight against Jacob Misiorowski, as the Pirates aim to continue their winning ways. This team is showing resilience and a new identity, evident in their last week’s +7 run differential and clutch performances from players like Konnor Griffin, who recently hit his first MLB homer. The atmosphere is alive with a new culture in the clubhouse, marked by quirky traditions that seem to be fostering both fun and success. As they prepare to face the Brewers again, the Pirates are proving they are not the same old squad, they are ready to compete in a fiercely contested NL Central.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the St. Louis Cardinals for a 4-game series starting Monday.
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