Pittsburgh Pirates
· 2026-06-25
The Pittsburgh Pirates won 11-1 vs Seattle Mariners on 2026-06-24, now standing at 40-40.
The Pirates are 11th in the National League, on a W1 streak, with a record that shows they're still in the running.
Manager Don Kelly believes the team hasn't played their best baseball yet, citing inconsistency and adversity.
General manager Ben Cherington thinks the team has the talent to go on a run, but acknowledges areas that need improvement, including capitalizing on opportunities.
The Pirates are just a few games out of a playoff spot, making their upcoming games crucial.
Ben Cherington said every single person, including himself, needs to do their job really well to take advantage of the opportunity ahead.
Don Kelly mentioned the team has shown good things, like bouncing back from tough losses, and he believes there's another level of better baseball to be played.
The Pirates were aggressive in the offseason, hoping to make the playoffs this season, and their current record reflects their efforts.
And with the 2026 MLB season nearly halfway over, the Pirates are looking to make a push for the playoffs.
But they need to improve consistently to stay in contention, according to Cherington.
So the Pirates will focus on doing their job really well, starting with the general manager and including all players.
The team's performance will be crucial in the days and weeks ahead, as they try to capitalize on their opportunities.