Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 29-27, 5th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates got routed by the Chicago Cubs 4-10 at PNC Park.
The numbers are pulling in both directions. Last night's loss by 6 drags the score down. At least the +6 run differential backs up the record.
Pirates Game on May 28
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Paul Skenes (6-4, 3.00 ERA) vs Colin Rea (4-3, 4.83 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Marquee Sports Network |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 73°F, Wind 6 mph |
Pirates Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates got routed by the Chicago Cubs 4-10 at PNC Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 10 | 14 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 | 1 |
Highlights
- Brandon Lowe went 1-4 with 1 HR and 3 RBI.
- Konnor Griffin went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
33 | 20 | .623 | W3 | |
|
Cardinals
|
|
29 | 25 | .537 | 4.5 | L4 |
|
Cubs
|
|
30 | 26 | .536 | 4.5 | W1 |
|
Reds
|
|
29 | 26 | .527 | 5.0 | L1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
29 | 27 | .518 | 5.5 | L1 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +6 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | .269 | .915 | 36 | |
| 11 | .260 | .777 | 35 | |
| 4 | .266 | .787 | 34 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-0 | 2.13 | 0.79 | 25.1 | |
| 6-4 | 3.00 | 0.82 | 60.0 | |
| 4-2 | 2.75 | 1.05 | 68.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 2 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 2 hits, 2 HR, 5 RBI, .182 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 8.0 IP, 10 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 7.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 3.0 scoreless IP, 5 K in 3 recent games |
Pirates News
After a stunning 12-1 rout of the Chicago Cubs, the Pittsburgh Pirates are riding high and looking to build on their recent momentum as they face the same opponents tonight at PNC Park. Much of the excitement surrounds rookie Esmerlyn Valdez, who hit his second home run in just four games, proving his worth as a spark plug in the lineup. Yet, despite the offensive fireworks, a rocky seventh inning in the previous game exposed the vulnerabilities of the bullpen, underscoring a persistent need for reinforcements. As the Pirates sit at 29-26, they are not just playing for wins but for a chance to solidify their standing in a competitive division. The vibe is unmistakably on fire, and with Brandan Bidois bringing his unique energy to the mound, fans are eagerly anticipating how this season continues to unfold.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the Minnesota Twins for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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