Marcell Ozuna discusses challenges with Pirates this season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 11:30 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
Marcell Ozuna has struggled in his first season with the Pittsburgh Pirates, posting a.610 OPS and seven home runs. His strikeout rate is at 30.7 percent, with a decreased walk rate of 9.7 percent. Despite these issues, he aims to improve his performance and continues to impact the team positively off the field, especially with younger players. Ozuna acknowledged that finding his timing has been challenging and remains focused on regaining his form as the All-Star Break approaches.
- •Ozuna has a strikeout rate of 30.7 percent this season.
- •He has seven home runs but a.610 OPS through the season.
- •Ozuna's walk rate has dropped to 9.7 percent in 2026.
- •He emphasizes the need to regain his timing at the plate.
- •Ozuna is positively influencing younger players in the Pirates' clubhouse.
- 11:30 PMYahoo Sports — Marcell Ozuna Gets Honest About Season With Pirates So Far
"Marcell Ozuna's stats haven't been where the Pittsburgh Pirates want them to be, but he's still finding a way to impact the team's roster.
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