What is the Pittsburgh Pirates record in 2026?

The Pittsburgh Pirates are 69-72, 4th in the NL Central.

Who is pitching for the Pirates today?

Jared Jones (2-6, 4.83 ERA) vs Ryan Johnson (3-7, 5.47 ERA). First pitch at 06:45 PM EDT.

What channel is the Pirates game on today?

Today's game airs on Apple TV, Apple TV. First pitch at 06:45 PM EDT.

Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates

September 04, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates were 69-72, 4th in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates bested the San Francisco Giants 5-2 at PNC Park.

Pirates Daily Vibe Check

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In a good rhythm. A 3-run win last night helps the cause. Add in 4-3 over the last 7. That record does the talking.

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Pirates Game on September 04

Opponent:	Los Angeles Angels (53-87)
Location:	PNC Park
First Pitch:	06:45 PM EDT
Pitching Matchup:	Jared Jones (2-6, 4.83 ERA) vs Ryan Johnson (3-7, 5.47 ERA)
TV Broadcast:	Apple TV, Apple TV
Forecast:	☁️ Overcast, 78°F, Wind 3 mph

Pirates Score & Recap

Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates bested the San Francisco Giants 5-2 at PNC Park.

	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8	9	R	H	E
	0	0	0	0	0	0	2	0	0	2	2	1
	2	0	0	0	0	2	0	1		5	5	0

Highlights

Jared Triolo went 0-3 with 2 RBI.

Pirates Record & Standings

NL Central

Team	W	L	PCT	GB	STRK
Brewers	87	54	.617		L1
Cubs	79	62	.560	8.0	W1
Cardinals	70	71	.496	17.0	L1
Pirates	69	72	.489	18.0	W1
Reds	67	73	.479	19.5	W2

Pittsburgh Pirates are 4-3 in their last 7 games, with a +2 run differential.

Pirates Player Stats & Leaders

Batting Leaders

Player	HR	AVG	OPS	RBI
5 Brandon Lowe	29	.254	.806	83
10 Bryan Reynolds	15	.261	.787	66
15 Oneil Cruz	17	.270	.845	58

Pitching Leaders

Pitcher	W-L	ERA	WHIP	IP
46 Mason Montgomery	6-3	2.97	1.06	57.2
18 Luke Weaver	2-1	2.53	0.94	53.1
31 Gregory Soto	6-4	3.17	1.09	59.2

Hot Hitters

Player	Streak
3 Nick Gonzales	5 hits, 2 RBI, .417 AVG in last 3 games
15 Oneil Cruz	5 hits, 6 RBI, .455 AVG in last 3 games

Hot Pitchers

Pitcher	Streak
46 Mason Montgomery	2 SV, 3.0 IP, 0 ER in 3 recent games

Pirates News

The Pittsburgh Pirates are riding a modest wave of success, recently taking down the San Francisco Giants 5-2, marking their fifth series win in six tries. As the team pushes for a solid finish to the season, they’re also welcoming Konnor Griffin back from the injured list, who could add a much-needed boost after missing time with a finger injury. But it’s not all sunshine, questions linger over Carmen Mlodzinski's role as the pitching staff seems to be in flux. Amid injuries, the Pirates are looking at newcomers like Khristian Curtis, who could seize this unexpected opportunity. Meanwhile, the signing of outfielder Kyler Fedko, while not a headline grabber, signals that the organization is still looking toward the future even as they try to muster a late-season surge.

Sources

Mlbtraderumors

Pirates To Sign Kyler Fedko To Minor League Deal

The Pirates have agreed to a minor league contract with outfielder Kyler Fedko, as first reported by Rich Walsh of KDKA-TV. Colin Beazley of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette confirmed the news, noting that Fedko will formally sign his contract tomorrow. The Twins drafted Fedko in 2021. He has never been a highly-ranked prospect, but he finally […]

MLB.com

Pirates keep rolling in home stretch with pivotal reinforcement on the horizon

PITTSBURGH -- The Pirates are surging at the right time. And reinforcements are coming. Pittsburgh defeated San Francisco, 5-2, Thursday afternoon for its fifth series win in its past six tries. The victory, and five runs, came despite the club not recording an extra-base hit or any runs coming off

MLB.com

Griffin (finger) expected to return from 60-day IL on Friday

PITTSBURGH -- The wait is nearing an end. Konnor Griffin is expected to be activated from the 60-day injured list Friday, and he’s prepared to play his first Major League game since suffering a torn sagittal band in his left ring finger against the Nationals on July 5 while diving

Rumbunter

Carmen Mlodzinski’s latest workload reveal raises more Pirates questions

At some point, Carmen Mlodzinski and the Pirates have to pick a lane when it comes to his role on the pitching staff.

Rumbunter

Brutal Kirby Yates injury opens valuable September opportunity for Pirates rookie

If there's a silver lining to Kirby Yates being placed on the IL, it's that the Pirates now can find out exactly what they have in Khristian Curtis.

Baseball Prospectus

Paul Skenes Really Is Out of Sorts

What's gone wrong for the Pirates starter? The post Paul Skenes Really Is Out of Sorts appeared first on Baseball Prospectus.

Pirates Upcoming Schedule

The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the Chicago White Sox for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.

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