Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 57-61, 5th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates were outplayed by the New York Mets 4-6 at PNC Park.
The numbers aren't lying. Only 2 of the last 7 in the win column. And 2.9 R/G this week. The bats need to wake up.
Pirates Game on August 08
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Bubba Chandler (4-8, 4.49 ERA) vs Robert Stock (0-1, 1.80 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SNY, SportsNet Pittsburgh |
| Forecast: | ☁️ Overcast, 76°F, Wind 2 mph |
Pirates Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates were outplayed by the New York Mets 4-6 at PNC Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 12 | 0 |
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
72 | 44 | .621 | L1 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
68 | 49 | .581 | 4.5 | W5 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
58 | 58 | .500 | 14.0 | W2 |
|
Reds
|
|
56 | 59 | .487 | 15.5 | L1 |
|
Pirates
|
|
57 | 61 | .483 | 16.0 | L4 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 2-5 in their last 7 games, with a -13 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 | .254 | .803 | 73 | |
| 15 | .267 | .819 | 63 | |
| 14 | .245 | .954 | 38 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2-1 | 1.80 | 0.84 | 45.0 | |
| 1-0 | 2.31 | 1.15 | 39.0 | |
| 4-3 | 3.72 | 1.20 | 46.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 5 hits, .5 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 6.1 scoreless IP, 8 K in 3 recent games | |
| 2.2 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games |
Pirates News
The Pirates are feeling the heat as they prepare for a crucial series against the New York Mets, with Carmen Mlodzinski stepping into the rotation due to Mitch Keller's season-ending injury. Mlodzinski's return didn't go smoothly in his last outing, where he surrendered five runs in just three innings, leaving fans anxious about the future. Adding to the emotional atmosphere is the farewell of Josh Harrison, a beloved former All-Star who will officially retire as a Bucco, highlighting his significant impact on the franchise. As the Pirates reflect on past heroes, the current roster’s struggles, including a lackluster trade deadline that failed to address their pressing need for a right-handed hitter, loom large. With a 2-5 record over the last week and the recent loss to the Brewers still fresh, it's time for the Pirates to find their footing before it's too late.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the Miami Marlins for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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