The Pittsburgh Pirates are experiencing a significant slump in their performance, with a stark contrast in their win-loss record when scoring above or below four runs. The team has a record of 12-1 in games where they score four or more runs but falls to 2-14 when scoring three or less. Over their last 21 games, the Pirates have lost 16 times, with a run differential of -41 during this period. Their offensive struggles are highlighted by scoring only 52 runs in the past 20 games, averaging 2.6 runs per game, and recently making 15 consecutive outs, including 6 straight via strikeout. This downturn follows a strong start to the season, mirroring a pattern from the previous year where they also experienced significant mid-season declines.
Total rampage about the Pirates offense … https://t.co/SsdsRuQhRJ
It's safe to say the Internet wants the Pirates to be more aggressive at the plate. So does Andy Haines. I talked to the Pirates' hitting coach about the team's struggles of late, and what the messaging/work process is to try to get the offense going. https://t.co/Bc1opsSN6t
The Pittsburgh Pirates have lost thirteen of their last sixteen games.. WHAT'S GOING ON @ToneDigz #PMSLive https://t.co/aRcPgNb8W2
Pirates started 20-8 last year. Proceeded to go 5-16. Were 25-24 after 49 GP. This year, started 9-2. In the middle of another 5-16 skid. Currently 14-18. Then again, they had two 5-17 stretches in '22. So much for shortening long losing periods.
Unreal. Pirates have now lost 16 of their last 21. Their run differential in that time: -41.
Pirates end the night by making 15 consecutive outs, including 6 straight via strikeout. Unreal. They've scored 52 runs in their past 20 games (2.6 avg). They're also 5-15 during that stretch. When does it end?
Dug into some of the numbers behind the Pirates’ offensive struggles. Warning: They’re not pretty. Something has to change, right? https://t.co/J8Toa3QoH6
Pirates 1st 11 games: 9-2, 66-45 (RF-RA), +21, 6 runs/GP Last 18: 5-13, 49-76, -27, 2.7 runs/GP If tonight holds ... Pirates last 19: 5-14, 50-81, -31, 2.6 runs/GP
The Pirates are 12-1 in games where they score 4+ runs this season. They are 2-14 when they score three or less.