The Pirates Told Us to Hold Them Accountable. So Here We Are.

The Pirates said the expectation for 2026 was simple: make the playoffs. Period. Full stop. Now they're 58-62, 5.5 games out of a Wild Card spot with five teams to jump, and the warning signs are piling up. The offense still can't solve left-handed pitching, the starting rotation has suddenly become a major concern, and after another rough week, this season is beginning to feel a little too familiar.