The Pirates Fell Short, But Something Changed in 2026

Alex Stumpf looks at what stood out during the final weekend in Detroit and why the way this group finished may matter beyond the record. From Kirby Yates' emotional sendoff and Bubba Chandler opening up about his season to Konnor Griffin turning an individual question into an answer about the team, there were signs of the culture the Pirates are trying to build under Don Kelly.