Pirates bullpen struggles prompt internal promotions consideration
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 3:23 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates' bullpen issues continue as they face the Los Angeles Dodgers, trailing 12-3 after a disastrous seventh inning. Rookie Wilber Dotel and Brandan Bidios struggled, allowing a combined 10 runs in the seventh, highlighting ongoing bullpen deficiencies. With a 4.33 ERA, the Pirates may need to promote pitchers from Triple-A Indianapolis, including Isaac Mattson, Antwone Kelly, Justin Meis, and Beau Burrows, to provide relief solutions. General manager Ben Cherington is exploring these internal options to improve the team's performance as their record stands at 34-33.
- •Pirates lead 2-2 before allowing 10 runs in the seventh inning.
- •Rookie Wilber Dotel allowed six earned runs during the game.
- •Isaac Mattson has posted a 2.35 ERA since being optioned to Triple-A.
- •Antwone Kelly was named Triple-A pitcher of the month for May.
- •Justin Meis has a 3.00 ERA and effective recent performances with Indianapolis.
- 3:23 AMYahoo Sports — Top Internal Options for Pirates to Consider Adding to Bullpen
"PITTSBURGH — Bullpen woes have been an all-too-common occurrence for the Pittsburgh Pirates this season, and they were once again […] The post Top Internal Options for Pirates to Consider Adding to Bullpen appeared first on Pittsburgh Baseball Now.
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