Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 79-77, 3rd in the NL Central. Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates squeaked by the Kansas City Royals 4-3 at PNC Park.
Room to grow, but the floor is solid. 5-2 over the last 7. That record does the talking. Also helping: outpacing opponents by 4 runs this stretch.
Pirates Game on September 21
No game on this date.
Pirates Score & Recap
Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Pirates squeaked by the Kansas City Royals 4-3 at PNC Park.
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | R | H | E | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 9 | 1 |
 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 1 |
Highlights
- Oneil Cruz went 1-4 with 1 HR and 1 RBI.
- Rafael Flores Jr. went 2-3 with 1 HR and 2 RBI.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
98 | 58 | .628 | W3 | |
|
Cubs
|
|
87 | 69 | .558 | 11.0 | W2 |
|
Pirates
|
|
79 | 77 | .506 | 19.0 | W4 |
|
Cardinals
|
|
76 | 80 | .487 | 22.0 | W1 |
|
Reds
|
|
72 | 84 | .462 | 26.0 | L2 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 5-2 in their last 7 games, with a +4 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33 | .262 | .824 | 93 | |
| 20 | .280 | .857 | 67 | |
| 18 | .264 | .774 | 73 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-3 | 2.59 | 1.03 | 66.0 | |
| 7-4 | 2.93 | 1.19 | 83.0 | |
| 3-1 | 2.79 | 0.97 | 58.0 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 4 hits, 2 HR, 4 RBI, .308 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 6 hits, 1 HR, 1 RBI, .5 AVG in last 3 games | |
| 4 hits, 1 HR, 2 RBI, .444 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 3.1 scoreless IP, 4 K in 3 recent games | |
| 7.0 IP, 8 K, 0 ER in dominant recent start | |
| 4.1 scoreless IP, 7 K in 3 recent games |
Pirates News
Oneil Cruz's latest home run against the Royals not only showcased his prodigious power but also placed him in the esteemed company of Barry Bonds and Andrew McCutchen, reinforcing his status as a budding superstar. Meanwhile, as the Pirates sit at 78-77 and are officially out of playoff contention, the front office faces tough decisions, particularly regarding Brandon Lowe's future with the team. With Michael Wacha taking the mound for the Royals in today's finale at PNC Park, the Pirates have a chance to end the season on a high note with a win. Despite mixed results from recent trades, like Luke Weaver's struggles, fans can still find reasons for optimism in a season marked by progress and the emergence of young talent. The excitement around Cruz and the looming decisions for 2027 highlight the dual nature of hope and uncertainty surrounding this franchise.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the St. Louis Cardinals for a 3-game series starting Tuesday.
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