Pittsburgh Pirates Achieve First Winning Season Since 2018

Youngstown, OH, September 27, 2026 — The Pittsburgh Pirates have concluded their season with a winning record of 82-80. This marks the first time the franchise has finished a season with more wins than losses since 2018.

The achievement of an 82-80 record signifies a notable turnaround for the team, placing them above the .500 mark. This is a significant milestone for the Pittsburgh Pirates, as it breaks a streak of seasons where the team’s win total did not exceed its loss total.

The last time the Pirates posted a winning record was in the 2018 season. The details of the team’s performance leading up to this record, including specific game outcomes or player statistics that contributed to the 82 wins, were not provided in the summary of this trend.

Further details regarding the team’s performance metrics throughout the season, individual player achievements, or the broader context of their performance within their league are not available in the provided summary. The focus remains on the team’s final standing of 82 wins and 80 losses, and its significance as the first winning season in multiple years.

Story summarized from the original created by DAVE HOGG Associated Press and Associated Press,Associated Press on www.wkbn.com, see more information here.

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