Pittsburgh Pirates News & Updates
The Pittsburgh Pirates were 34-32, 3rd in the NL Central. The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Could tip either way. 5.9 R/G this week. The lineup is doing its job. On top of that, plus-5 in run differential this stretch.
Pirates Game on June 09
| Opponent: | |
| Location: | PNC Park |
| First Pitch: | 06:40 PM EDT |
| Pitching Matchup: | Paul Skenes (6-5, 2.83 ERA) vs Eric Lauer (2-5, 5.74 ERA) |
| TV Broadcast: | SportsNet LA, SportsNet Pittsburgh |
| Forecast: | ☀️ Clear sky, 62°F, Wind 1 mph |
Pirates Score & Recap
The Pittsburgh Pirates did not play yesterday.
Pirates Record & Standings
NL Central
| Team | L10 | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Brewers
|
|
41 | 23 | .641 | W4 | |
|
Cardinals
|
|
35 | 28 | .556 | 5.5 | W4 |
|
Pirates
|
|
34 | 32 | .515 | 8.0 | L3 |
|
Cubs
|
|
34 | 32 | .515 | 8.0 | L1 |
|
Reds
|
|
31 | 34 | .477 | 10.5 | L5 |
Pittsburgh Pirates are 3-4 in their last 7 games, with a +5 run differential.
Pirates Player Stats & Leaders
Batting Leaders
| Player | HR | AVG | OPS | RBI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | .252 | .858 | 41 | |
| 14 | .264 | .822 | 44 | |
| 6 | .263 | .805 | 39 |
Pitching Leaders
| Pitcher | W-L | ERA | WHIP | IP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-0 | 1.29 | 1.07 | 28.0 | |
| 6-5 | 2.83 | 0.90 | 70.0 | |
| 4-1 | 2.86 | 0.88 | 28.1 |
Hot Hitters
| Player | Streak |
|---|---|
| 1 hits, 1 HR, 5 RBI, .167 AVG in last 3 games |
Hot Pitchers
| Pitcher | Streak |
|---|---|
| 9.0 scoreless IP, 11 K in 3 recent games | |
| 3.4000000000000004 scoreless IP, 6 K in 3 recent games |
Pirates News
The Pittsburgh Pirates' recent struggles were on full display again as they continue to navigate their bullpen issues, highlighted by Jeff Passan's comments about potential trades ahead of the deadline. With a 34-32 record, the team's Achilles heel has been the relief pitching, which has become increasingly concerning after another defeat to the Braves. The news of rookie shortstop Konnor Griffin's extended absence due to injury only adds to the frustration. Despite these challenges, Brandon Lowe has emerged as a vital veteran presence, showing promise and leadership in the lineup. Yet, the question lingers: can the Pirates bolster their bullpen and maintain their competitive edge? As they sit just above .500 in the standings, the pressure is mounting to address these weaknesses before the season slips further away.
Pirates Upcoming Schedule
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the Miami Marlins for a 3-game series starting Friday.
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