Episode
Pirates' Surprising Season: Contenders or Pretenders?
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- May 14, 2026
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- 83
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Summary
Pittsburgh Pirates surprising season: A strong starting rotation, led by Paul Skenes, Mitch Keller, and rookie Braxton Ashcraft, has propelled the team to a 23-20 record, just 1.5 games behind the wild card spot. Offensively, Brandon Lowe and Oneil Cruz are shining, but inconsistency remains a concern. The NL Central division is tough, and the bullpen is shaky, leaving fans wondering if the Pirates can maintain their momentum and make a playoff run. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/250ea0f4e1d50e42