Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 22-19, 4th in the NL Central. The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Comfortable territory. They've taken 4 of 7 this week. Moving right along. Add in holding teams to 3.7 runs a game. That's the foundation right now.
Pirates Game on May 12
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Paul Skenes (5-2, 2.36 ERA) vs Michael Lorenzen (2-4, 6.92 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Rockies.TV |
| Forecast: | 🌤️ Mostly sunny, 52°F, Wind 2 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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27 | 14 | .659 | L2 | |
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Brewers
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22 | 16 | .579 | 3.5 | W4 |
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Cardinals
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23 | 17 | .575 | 3.5 | L2 |
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Pirates
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22 | 19 | .537 | 5.0 | L1 |
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Reds
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22 | 19 | .537 | 5.0 | W2 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +1 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | .259 | .924 | 27 | |
| 10 | .255 | .793 | 29 | |
| 5 | .289 | .802 | 26 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5-2 | 2.36 | 0.71 | 42.0 | |
| 2-2 | 2.77 | 1.05 | 48.2 | |
| 4-1 | 2.87 | 1.04 | 47.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 5 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 8.0 IP, 7 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 7.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 7.0 IP, 6 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Pirates News
The Pittsburgh Pirates are on the cusp of something interesting with the fifth overall pick in the upcoming MLB Draft, where they are projected to snag top pitcher Jackson Flora from UC Santa Barbara. Meanwhile, their recent 6-7 loss to the San Francisco Giants has exposed glaring roster weaknesses, which manager Don Kelly is navigating with questionable lineup decisions. Despite a lukewarm 4-3 stretch, the pitching staff is holding strong with a solid 3.7 runs allowed per game, showcasing the stark contrast in performance expected from ace Paul Skenes, who has already matched his win total from last year. As the Bucs look to boost their roster depth, the re-signing of Ryan Harbin to a minor league deal indicates they are still trying to build a stronger foundation while staying competitive.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the Philadelphia Phillies for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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