Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 32-28, 3rd in the NL Central. The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Room to grow, but the floor is solid. Going 5-2 in a week will do nice things for the temperature. Factor in averaging 6.4 runs a game. The offense is holding up its end.
Pirates Game on June 02
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | Daikin Park |
| First Pitch: | 08:10 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Bubba Chandler (1-6, 4.85 ERA) vs Mike Burrows (3-6, 5.40 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Space City Home Network, Space City Home Network (Sp) |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 56°F, Wind 7 mph |
Pirates Score & Recap
The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
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36 | 21 | .632 | W2 | |
|
Cardinals
|
|
31 | 27 | .534 | 5.5 | L1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
32 | 28 | .533 | 5.5 | W3 |
|
Cubs
|
|
32 | 28 | .533 | 5.5 | L1 |
|
Reds
|
|
30 | 29 | .508 | 7.0 | L1 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +9 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 | .260 | .875 | 37 | |
| 13 | .255 | .794 | 41 | |
| 6 | .276 | .841 | 38 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-0 | 1.44 | 1.04 | 25.0 | |
| 4-0 | 1.95 | 0.76 | 27.2 | |
| 6-5 | 2.89 | 0.86 | 65.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 3 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 5 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 2 hits, 2 HR, 6 RBI, .222 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 7.0 IP, 9 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 2 SV, 3.1 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games | |
| 2.3000000000000003 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games |
Pirates News
The Pittsburgh Pirates have swept the Minnesota Twins, claiming bragging rights for the first time in a while with a strong 9-3 victory that boosts their record to 32-28 and solidifies their third-place standing in the NL Central. While the team celebrates this success, they also made headlines by trading reliever Justin Lawrence to the Twins, a move that indicates a strategic shift as they look to bolster their roster. On the pitching front, Carmen Mlodzinski is back from the restricted list and ready to embrace a new role, but his recent off-field issues seem to overshadow the team’s accomplishments. Meanwhile, Braxton Ashcraft is emerging as a potential ace alongside Paul Skenes, hinting at a promising future for the Pirates' pitching staff. The recent surge, marked by a 5-2 stretch and a +9 run differential, has fans buzzing with excitement, even as the team navigates the ups and downs of the season.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the Atlanta Braves for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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