Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 77-77, 3rd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates topped the Kansas City Royals 8-5 at PNC Park.
The score reflects a tug of war. A W by 3 last night. The most recent result always counts most. On the other hand, getting outscored by 9 in a week. That tanks the score.
Pirates Game on September 19
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Bubba Chandler (8-9, 4.28 ERA) vs Noah Cameron (9-8, 3.84 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Royals.TV |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 71°F, Wind 7 mph |
Pirates Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates topped the Kansas City Royals 8-5 at PNC Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 8 | 2 |
 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 15 | 0 |
Highlights
- Spencer Horwitz went 2-3 with 2 RBI.
- Brandon Lowe went 1-5 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
- Oneil Cruz went 3-5.
- Konnor Griffin went 4-5 with 2 RBI.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
96 | 58 | .623 | W1 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
85 | 69 | .552 | 11.0 | L1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
77 | 77 | .500 | 19.0 | W2 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
75 | 79 | .487 | 21.0 | L3 |
|
Reds
|
|
72 | 82 | .468 | 24.0 | W1 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -9 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 32 | .260 | .819 | 91 | |
| 18 | .266 | .782 | 73 | |
| 19 | .277 | .847 | 66 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-3 | 2.67 | 1.03 | 64.0 | |
| 7-4 | 3.00 | 1.21 | 81.0 | |
| 2-1 | 2.84 | 0.98 | 57.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 7 hits, 4 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .429 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3 SV, 3.1 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games | |
| 4.4 scoreless IP, 7 K in 3 recent games |
Pirates News
The Pittsburgh Pirates kick off a crucial series against the Kansas City Royals tonight, with Paul Skenes taking the mound in hopes of ending their recent slide. The team sits at 76-77, clinging to the faintest playoff hopes, but the -10 run differential over the last week reveals deeper issues. Despite the noise, there's optimism in the air as young stars like Konnor Griffin and Oneil Cruz are expected to shine, potentially laying the foundation for a stronger 2027 campaign. Manager Don Kelly is emphasizing the importance of developing winning habits, even as they navigate a challenging season. Braxton Ashcraft's injury looms large, yet the Pirates believe they've dodged a bullet. With the spotlight on their young core and the Royals in town, it’s a chance for the Bucs to take a step forward, but the looming question remains: can they transform promise into performance?
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the St. Louis Cardinals for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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