Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 71-73, 4th in the NL Central. The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Not much to complain about. A 5-2 run over 7 games keeps things pointed up. And relatively healthy at 4 on the IL.
Pirates Game on September 08
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Rate Field |
| First Pitch: | 07:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Bubba Chandler (6-9, 4.30 ERA) vs Sean Burke (8-6, 3.20 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Chicago Sports Network |
Pirates Score & Recap
The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
89 | 56 | .614 | W1 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
81 | 64 | .559 | 8.0 | L2 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
72 | 73 | .497 | 17.0 | L1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
71 | 73 | .493 | 17.5 | W1 |
|
Reds
|
|
69 | 75 | .479 | 19.5 | L1 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +1 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 | .256 | .803 | 83 | |
| 16 | .266 | .801 | 67 | |
| 17 | .265 | .827 | 58 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-3 | 2.87 | 1.06 | 59.2 | |
| 2-1 | 2.53 | 0.94 | 53.1 | |
| 6-4 | 3.13 | 1.08 | 60.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .556 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 9 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games | |
| 7.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Pirates News
The Pittsburgh Pirates are feeling optimistic as they inch closer to a potential playoff berth, bolstered by yesterday's 1-0 nail-biter against the Los Angeles Angels, marking their fifth win in the last seven games. With a record now at 71-73, the club is gaining momentum, and the return of veterans like Ryan O'Hearn from rehab adds to the excitement. However, the news of Christian Bethancourt being outrighted to Triple-A raises questions about depth behind the plate. As the team navigates a tight September schedule, the spotlight on their prospects like Tre Phelps highlights the future of the franchise. The next few weeks will determine if the Pirates can mount a serious challenge for the postseason, but with a warm vibe and steady roster, the stage is set for a thrilling conclusion to the season.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the Chicago Cubs for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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