Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 50-47, 4th in the NL Central. The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Things are trending well. 5 of the last 7 in the win column. Also helping: the bats are producing at 6.9 R/G this week.
Pirates Game on July 17
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Progressive Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Jared Jones (1-1, 4.37 ERA) vs Gavin Williams (10-4, 3.81 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Guardians.TV Presented by Progressive |
| Forecast: | ⛅ Partly cloudy, 82°F, Wind 5 mph |
Pirates Score & Recap
The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
59 | 37 | .615 | L3 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
54 | 42 | .562 | 5.0 | W2 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
50 | 45 | .526 | 8.5 | L1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
50 | 47 | .515 | 9.5 | W3 |
|
Reds
|
|
43 | 52 | .453 | 15.5 | L2 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +12 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | .246 | .803 | 64 | |
| 16 | .288 | .838 | 63 | |
| 14 | .283 | .877 | 59 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-8 | 3.57 | 1.02 | 108.1 | |
| 9-3 | 3.49 | 1.11 | 113.1 | |
| 2-3 | 4.14 | 1.30 | 37.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 3 HR, 9 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 3 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Pirates News
The Pittsburgh Pirates may be sitting at a respectable 50-47, but the buzz surrounding the team is all about their offensive resurgence, having transformed from one of the league's worst to a powerhouse with the most runs scored at the All-Star break. This newfound firepower, averaging 6.9 runs per game over the last week, is a game-changer for the franchise that has struggled in recent years. With the trade deadline looming on August 3, questions arise about whether the Pirates will buy or sell, especially after acquiring former top prospect Robert Hassell III from the Nationals. This move signals a commitment to bolstering the roster, but the Pirates also need to tackle their bullpen issues, as experts suggest a strategic upgrade could be essential to maintaining their momentum. Fans are eager to see if management embraces a bold approach or plays it safe.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the New York Yankees for a 3-game series starting Monday.
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