Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 70-72, 4th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates eked out a win over the Los Angeles Angels 1-0 at PNC Park.
The numbers paint a decent picture. They've taken 5 of 7 this week. Moving right along. Plus, the +6 run differential backs up the record.
Pirates Game on September 05
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Braxton Ashcraft (14-5, 3.59 ERA) vs Yusei Kikuchi (0-5, 5.65 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, ABTV, presented by Pechanga Resort Casino |
Pirates Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates eked out a win over the Los Angeles Angels 1-0 at PNC Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 |
 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 0 |
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
88 | 54 | .620 | W1 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
80 | 62 | .563 | 8.0 | W2 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
71 | 71 | .500 | 17.0 | W1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
70 | 72 | .493 | 18.0 | W2 |
|
Reds
|
|
67 | 74 | .475 | 20.5 | L1 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +6 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | .254 | .803 | 83 | |
| 15 | .263 | .789 | 66 | |
| 17 | .267 | .839 | 58 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-3 | 2.91 | 1.06 | 58.2 | |
| 2-1 | 2.53 | 0.94 | 53.1 | |
| 6-4 | 3.17 | 1.09 | 59.2 |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games |
Pirates News
The Pirates stand at a critical juncture as they prepare to face the Los Angeles Angels in a series that could make or break their playoff hopes, currently five games back in the Wild Card race. With a recent 5-2 victory over the Giants, the Bucs are riding a 4-3 wave over their last seven outings, raising the stakes for any chance of postseason glory. Konnor Griffin’s return from injury electrified the lineup, and his speed adds a much-needed spark. However, the team is also dealing with issues like Luke Weaver's unfortunate bout with poison ivy, a bizarre distraction for a team trying to maintain momentum. Jared Jones takes the mound with a 2-6 record, hoping to turn his season around against the Angels' Ryan Johnson. Every game counts now, and the Pirates must capitalize on this opportunity.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the Chicago White Sox for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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