Pittsburgh Pirates Daily Recap Archive

What position should the Pirates address for the 2026 MLB Draft ?

Paul Skenes, the Pirates' ace, is set to make a third consecutive All-Star appearance despite being mired in a winless streak that has reached nine starts, a slump that ties him for one of the longest dry spells by a reigning Cy Young winner. While Skenes struggles, the...

SB Nation Reacts results: Do you think the Pirates make it as a Wild Card?

The Pittsburgh Pirates are riding a wave of momentum after a decisive 7-1 victory over the Washington Nationals, bringing their record to an even 45-45 and solidifying their place in the middle of the division race. With an offensive explosion averaging 6.3 runs per game over...

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Washington Nationals: Braxton Ashcraft vs. Zack Littell

In a disappointing turn of events, the Pirates fell to the Nationals 5-9 yesterday, leaving them at a lukewarm 44-45 for the season. As they face Washington again today, Braxton Ashcraft takes the mound in a crucial matchup that could either ignite a comeback or further sink...

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Washington Nationals: Mitch Keller vs. Foster Griffin

Mitch Keller takes the mound tonight against the Washington Nationals, hoping to build on his last win where he showcased flashes of brilliance despite the Pirates’ pitching woes. With a 6.4 runs allowed per game over the past week, the rotation needs Keller to step up and...

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Philadelphia Phillies: Jared Jones vs. Alan Rangel

Amidst the chaos of a disappointing 6-10 loss to the Phillies, the Pirates are desperately seeking a spark in this four-game series finale. Jared Jones, making his seventh start, has to step up against Philadelphia’s lineup as the team struggles with clutch hitting, a...