Alex Avila remains optimistic about Pirates after rough road trip
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 4:06 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates concluded a tough road trip with a 2-4 record against the Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves. Despite being swept by the Braves, the Pirates hold a 34-32 record and a 48.2 percent chance of making the playoffs. Former All-Star Alex Avila expressed confidence in the team's playoff potential, praising their offensive strength and starting rotation, especially with Jared Jones returning from injury. If the team stays healthy, they could reach the postseason for the first time since 2015.
- •Pirates ended their road trip at 2-4 this past week.
- •Pittsburgh holds a 34-32 record entering their homestand.
- •Avila believes the Pirates can make the playoffs this season.
- •The team scored an average of 5.05 runs per game.
- •Jared Jones has returned from injury to bolster the rotation.
- 4:06 AMYahoo Sports — Former MLB All-Star Still High On Pirates After Rough Road Trip
"Alex Avila still believes in Pittsburgh after its tough series against Atlanta.
Sources
External linksOriginal reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.
Related Stories
Last 14 days
MLB•Oct 19, 2026, 4:03 AMCleveland Guardians Stephen Vogt Continues His Winning Managerial Path
MLB•Oct 19, 2026, 12:18 AM“Used the Same Tactic To Motivate Bryce Harper” – Twins Vet Weighs In on Phillies President’s Brutally Honest Warning to Trea Turner
BaseballMLB•Oct 18, 2026, 1:03 PMDelaney sisters lead Polson to Western A cross country title
MLB•Oct 18, 2026, 1:03 PMThe Astros' horrible, long-forgotten first stadium is finally getting its due
MLB•Oct 18, 2026, 12:30 PMPirates sign Minor League outfielder to two-year deal
MLB•Oct 18, 2026, 11:30 AMYankees Insider Details Jazz Chisholm Jr, David Bednar Free Agent Decisions