8-11-2025 – By Drew Cagle – @_dcagle on X The Pittsburgh Pirates continue a slate of NL Central opponents, traveling to Milwaukee this week for a matchup with the MLB-best Brewers at American Family Field. After taking the first two games from the Cincinnati Reds, Pittsburgh dropped Saturday and Sunday’s home contests. This trip to CreamContinue reading “Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (51-68) at Milwaukee Brewers (73-44)”
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Series Preview: San Francisco Giants (56-56) at Pittsburgh Pirates (48-64)
8-4-2025 – By Drew Cagle – @_dcagle on X After one of the most eventful weeks in recent Pirates history, the club limps home from Denver, Colorado. The Pirates followed up an impressive sweep in San Francisco with an underwhelming series defeat at the hands of the MLB-worst Rockies. Pittsburgh kicks off a seven-game homestand withContinue reading “Series Preview: San Francisco Giants (56-56) at Pittsburgh Pirates (48-64)”
Series Preview: Detroit Tigers (60-40) at Pittsburgh Pirates (39-61)
7-21-2025 – By Drew Cagle – @_dcagle on X It’s hard to argue that the Pittsburgh Pirates have been in a lower spot than they are at the moment. A weekend series sweep at the hands of the lowly Chicago White Sox has spirits at a season-low on the North Shore. In come the American League-leadingContinue reading “Series Preview: Detroit Tigers (60-40) at Pittsburgh Pirates (39-61)”
Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (38-56) at Minnesota Twins (45-48)
7-11-2025 – By Drew Cagle – @_dcagle on X In search of a win to snap their six-game losing streak, the Pittsburgh Pirates continue their road trip into the Twin Cities for a three-game set with the Minnesota Twins. Last time out, the Buccos took one on the chin from the Kansas City Royals. Despite keepingContinue reading “Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (38-56) at Minnesota Twins (45-48)”
Series Preview: St. Louis Cardinals (47-38) at Pittsburgh Pirates (35-50)
6-30-2025 – By Drew Cagle – @_dcagle on X Spirits are high on the North Shore after a three-game drubbing of the New York Mets inside PNC Park. The Pirates brought their A game on the mound and at the plate, outscoring the team from the Big Apple 30-4 en route to a sweep. Now, it’sContinue reading “Series Preview: St. Louis Cardinals (47-38) at Pittsburgh Pirates (35-50)”
Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (31-48) at Milwaukee Brewers (43-35)
6-23-2025 – By Drew Cagle – @_dcagle on X I’m back on for an NL Central preview, and apparently so are the Buccos’ bats. After a resounding 8-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Sunday at PNC Park, the team hits the road to do battle with the wild-card Milwaukee Brewers. Pittsburgh is looking for aContinue reading “Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (31-48) at Milwaukee Brewers (43-35)”
Deflating Sweep to Cubs Bookends Inconsistent Homestand
The Pirates struggled against the Cubs, highlighting pitching and managerial issues. The focus should be on developing young players, despite the team’s season outcome.
Back to Winning Ways: Pirates Take Two From Seattle
The Pirates secured a series win against Seattle, displaying solid pitching and timely offense. Isiah Kiner-Falefa’s valuable contributions and De La Cruz’s struggles raise important questions for the team. This victory provides a foundation to build upon as they head to face the defending World Series champion Rangers in Texas.
Where Do Pirates Go After Another San Diego Sweep?
The Pittsburgh Pirates’ struggles continue with a 10-game losing streak. The team faces decisions on young talents, blame distribution, and the potential promotion of promising prospects to gain vital experience.
We Don’t Love L.A.: Pirates/Dodgers Takeaways
The Buccos face challenges as their bullpen improves, the rotation struggles, and Skenes shows vulnerability. Home runs drive their offense, but De La Cruz’s slump raises concerns.
Steel City Pirates 