Overview

• Pittsburgh closed 2025 at 71-91, finishing last in the NL Central.
• Paul Skenes delivered a 1.97 ERA and is widely viewed as the NL Cy Young favorite.
• An anonymous player told the Post-Gazette, “This is what $90 million gets you,” referencing a payroll ranked in the low 20s by MLB.
• Reporting described operational shortfalls, including a denied request to paint the batter’s eye at PNC Park and limited scouting and game-planning technology.
• Leadership continuity was confirmed with Ben Cherington retained and Don Kelly extended, while pitching coach Oscar Marin was fired and the team is reportedly open to trade discussions on Mitch Keller.