Nick Gonzales aims for .300 average as Pirates season concludes
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 27, 2026, 3:36 PM
Last updated Sep 27, 2026
As the 2026 MLB season concludes, Pirates infielder Nick Gonzales holds a.302 batting average, placing him among just seven players above the critical.300 mark. He could become the first qualified Pirates hitter to do so since 2021. Gonzales emphasizes consistency over statistics and remains undeterred by his defensive challenges, having committed 11 errors as he transitioned to third base. His offensive performance has been highlighted by notable contributions throughout the season, despite struggles defensively.
- •Nick Gonzales has a.302 batting average entering the season's final day.
- •He aims to join an exclusive group of.300 hitters this season.
- •The last Pirates qualified hitter to reach.300 was Bryan Reynolds in 2021.
- •Gonzales has switched from second base to third base this season.
- •He has made 11 errors but remains a key offensive player for the Pirates.
- 3:36 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates’ Nick Gonzales Positioned to End Year in Exclusive Group of .300 Hitters
"Only seven players enter the final day of the 2026 season with a batting average of .300 or better. Pirates […]
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