Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 19-16, 4th in the NL Central. The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
On the right side of things. Offense humming at 6.4 R/G this week. Also helping: the +7 run differential backs up the record.
Pirates Game on May 05
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Chase Field |
| First Pitch: | 09:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Bubba Chandler (1-3, 4.97 ERA) vs Eduardo Rodriguez (2-0, 3.03 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Dbacks.TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 63°F, Wind 4 mph |
Pirates Score & Recap
The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Cubs
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23 | 12 | .657 | W6 | |
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Cardinals
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21 | 14 | .600 | 2.0 | W1 |
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Reds
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20 | 15 | .571 | 3.0 | L4 |
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Pirates
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19 | 16 | .543 | 4.0 | W3 |
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Brewers
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18 | 16 | .529 | 4.5 | L2 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +7 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | .264 | .822 | 28 | |
| 8 | .243 | .878 | 21 | |
| 5 | .308 | .868 | 24 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-2 | 3.18 | 0.85 | 34.0 | |
| 1-2 | 3.02 | 1.08 | 41.2 | |
| 3-1 | 2.85 | 1.05 | 41.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 2 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .222 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 1 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 7.2 IP, 6 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 7.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Pirates News
Despite a recent sweep of the Cincinnati Reds, the Pirates find themselves at the bottom of a fiercely competitive NL Central, holding a record of 19-16. The team's performance has certainly improved, boasting a solid 6.4 runs per game over the past week, but inconsistency has kept them in the rearview mirror of division rivals. Oneil Cruz is turning heads, proving that he can impact the game beyond his powerful swings, showing intelligence and adaptability on the field. Meanwhile, the Pirates are also making headlines off the field, joining forces with the Steelers and Penguins for the #BurghProud Challenge, aiming to combat local food insecurity. Konnor Griffin's transformation as he turns 20 only adds to the excitement surrounding the team's future. If the Pirates can harness this momentum, they might just shake off their last-place label.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the San Francisco Giants for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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