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The Pittsburgh Pirates are 0-0, 4th in the NL Central. The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday. Today they play the New York Mets at 01:15 PM EDT on NBC/Peacock, NBC/Peacock.

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Opening Day 2026
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The Season Starts Now

Welcome to your daily Pirates digest. Each day you'll get the vibe check, game recaps, standings, achievements, and news. Today, it all begins.

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Pirates Game Today

Opponent:New York Mets (0-0)
Location:Citi Field
First Pitch:01:15 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:Paul Skenes (TBD) vs Freddy Peralta (TBD)
TV Broadcast:NBC/Peacock, NBC/Peacock
Forecast:☁️ Overcast, 48°F, Wind 6 mph

Pirates Score & Recap

The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.

Pirates News

The Pittsburgh Pirates kick off the season with mixed feelings, ranked 22nd by ESPN as they face another year without an Opening Day home game,marking 12 straight seasons on the road. The mood is tempered by the bittersweet departure of Andrew McCutchen, who’s set to start his 18th MLB season with the Texas Rangers, leaving a void that fans will feel. However, there’s a glimmer of hope in young ace Paul Skenes, whose confidence is palpable as he readies himself to lead the rotation. Meanwhile, rookie Seth Hernandez has made a splash with his impressive 102.4 mph fastball, giving fans something to cheer for as the season begins. With expectations low but excitement brewing for fresh talent, the Pirates will look to prove the doubters wrong in 2026.

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ESPN has Pirates ranked 22nd to start the MLB season
Bucsdugout · 19h ago
ESPN has Pirates ranked 22nd to start the MLB season
The MLB season is right around the corner, and ESPN has revealed their 2026 MLB season preview with rankings and every team’s playoffs odds. It is not surprising that they have the Los Angeles Dodgers as the best team to start the season but where they have the Pittsburgh Pirates might disappoint some fans.  ESPN […]
 Former Pirate Andrew McCutchen secures roster spot with Texas Rangers
Bucsdugout · 23h ago
Former Pirate Andrew McCutchen secures roster spot with Texas Rangers
Former Pittsburgh Pirate and National League MVP, Andrew McCutchen, will be on the opening day roster for the Texas Rangers. This will be McCutchen’s 18th MLB season. After going most of the offseason with little to no communication from Pittsburgh’s front office McCutchen signed a minor league deal with the Rangers on March 6. The […]
 Poll: Who Will Win The NL Central?
Mlbtraderumors · 19h ago
Poll: Who Will Win The NL Central?
With the 2026 season set to begin today, the offseason is now complete for MLB’s 30 teams. Until the playoffs begin, teams will be focused on a smaller goal: winning their division. In the run-up to the start of the season, we will be conducting a series of polls to gauge who MLBTR readers believe […]
 Behind ace Skenes, Pirates ready to turn corner in 2026
MLB.com · 20h ago
Behind ace Skenes, Pirates ready to turn corner in 2026
NEW YORK -- It’s 11:15 a.m. on Wednesday morning at Citi Field. It’s workout time. Pirates right-hander Paul Skenes comes out of the dugout and is all business. He is stoic, but his walk exudes confidence as if to say he is ready to start the season right now. But
 MLB keeps doing Pirates dirty with frustrating Opening Day trend
Rumbunter · 17h ago
MLB keeps doing Pirates dirty with frustrating Opening Day trend
The Pittsburgh Pirates will be on the road for Opening Day for the 12th year running in 2026, begging the question of when the Pirates will ever get to play in front of their fans on Opening Day again.
 Seth Hernandez just introduced himself to Pirates fans in jaw dropping fashion
Rumbunter · 19h ago
Seth Hernandez just introduced himself to Pirates fans in jaw dropping fashion
Seth Hernandez's 102.4 miles per hour fastball dazzles fans and opponents alike, setting the stage for a big pro debut for the prized Pittsburgh Pirates prospect.

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Pirates Upcoming Schedule

DateOpponentTime
Sat 03/28
@ New York Mets
4:10 PM
Sun 03/29
@ New York Mets
1:40 PM
Mon 03/30
@ Cincinnati Reds
6:40 PM

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