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Pirates Replace Manager Derek Shelton After Poor Start to 2025

Bench coach Don Kelly, a Pittsburgh native, steps in as interim manager following the team's 12-26 record and seven-game losing streak.

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Clayton McCullough #86 manager of the Miami Marlins and Derek Shelton #17 manager of the Pittsburgh Pirates meet prior to the game at loanDepot park on March 27, 2025 in Miami.
PITTSBURGH, PA - SEPTEMBER 15: Team owner Bob Nutting of the Pittsburgh Pirates looks on from the dugout before a Major League Baseball game against the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park on September 15, 2013 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The Pirates defeated the Cubs 3-2. (Photo by George Gojkovich/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Derek Shelton was dismissed as Pirates manager after compiling a 306-440 record over five-plus seasons with no postseason appearances.
  • The Pirates have endured a decade-long playoff drought and started the 2025 season in last place in the NL Central, 10 games behind first place.
  • Bench coach Don Kelly, a former MLB utility player and Pittsburgh native, has been promoted to interim manager to guide the struggling team.
  • General manager Ben Cherington and owner Bob Nutting emphasized the need for urgency and improvement, citing the team's slow start and offensive struggles.
  • Despite the managerial change, critics highlight deeper organizational issues, including one of MLB's lowest payrolls and limited investment in player talent.