# Mitch Keller’s STRUGGLE Leaves Pittsburgh Pirates Fans Desperate for Answers

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Podcast: [Locked On Pirates - Daily Podcast On The Pittsburgh Pirates](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-pirates-daily-podcast-on-the-pittsburgh-pirates-63933)
Published: 2026-06-12T11:12:20+00:00
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## Resource

Pittsburgh Pirates face mounting questions as Mitch Keller’s inconsistency clouds their rotation. Is Keller simply regressing, or can he rediscover his form when the team needs it most? Gary Morgan breaks down the right-hander’s perplexing numbers—highlighting alarming issues with Keller’s pitch mix, rising walk rates, and a worrying inability to retire left-handed hitters. With Keller calling his own games and struggles mounting, adjustments behind the plate and on the mound may be imminent for the Pirates’ supposed innings-eater. Rising prospect Antoine Kelly receives a call-up as Pittsburgh scrambles for reliable bullpen arms, while Rafael Flores flashes promise at catcher despite defensive concerns. Gary Morgan discusses smart lineup tweaks to address the Pirates’ lefty problem and the emerging roles of Tyler Callahan and Marcello Zuna. The show closes with a heartfelt tribute to broadcasting legend John Sanders and a look ahead at the Pirates’ critical series against the Miami Marlins.

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