Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 39-39, 4th in the NL Central. The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
A little of everything, not a lot of anything. A 3-4 week weighs heavy on the score. Working in their favor, relatively healthy at 4 on the IL.
Pirates Game on June 23
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Mitch Keller (5-4, 4.92 ERA) vs George Kirby (5-7, 4.10 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet Pittsburgh, Mariners.TV |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 73°F, Wind 4 mph |
Pirates Score & Recap
The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
47 | 29 | .618 | W2 | |
|
Cardinals
|
|
42 | 34 | .553 | 5.0 | W2 |
|
Cubs
|
|
40 | 37 | .519 | 7.5 | L1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
39 | 39 | .500 | 9.0 | W1 |
|
Reds
|
|
37 | 40 | .481 | 10.5 | L1 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a -2 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 | .244 | .834 | 49 | |
| 11 | .287 | .884 | 51 | |
| 11 | .275 | .786 | 41 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-0 | 1.85 | 1.12 | 34.0 | |
| 6-7 | 2.86 | 0.93 | 88.0 | |
| 6-3 | 3.18 | 1.10 | 90.2 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 4 RBI, .4 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.0 IP, 7 K, 1 ER in dominant recent start |
Pirates News
The Pirates' recent win over the Rockies feels like a brief breath of fresh air amid a season that has been anything but breezy, leaving them at a .500 record of 39-39. However, the optimism is tempered by concerns about Paul Skenes, whose velocity and performance have reportedly slipped, igniting debates among dedicated fans. On the bright side, pitching coach Bill Murphy's influence is beginning to show its potential, possibly revitalizing a struggling pitching staff. Injury updates bring mixed news, especially regarding Oneil Cruz, as the Pirates navigate the challenges of getting their young stars back on the field. Meanwhile, with the trade deadline approaching, all eyes are on how the organization might shake things up, as the recent play,like the bizarre ending in the Rockies game,has left fans eager for more consistency.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the Cincinnati Reds for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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