Pittsburgh Pirates considering call-up of Khristian Curtis for bullpen help
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 1:27 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates are contemplating recalling right-handed pitcher Khristian Curtis as they battle for a National League Wild Card spot. Currently 5.5 games out, the Pirates are seeking to bolster their pitching after recent struggles. Curtis impressed in his MLB debut, throwing five shutout innings last month. In the minors, though, he has posted a 5.76 ERA with concerns over his walk rate. If called up, Curtis could provide much-needed support in their bullpen amid playoff contention.
- •Pirates are 5.5 games out of NL Wild Card
- •Khristian Curtis had five shutout innings in MLB debut
- •Curtis has a 5.76 ERA in Triple-A this season
- •Team hopes to strengthen bullpen for postseason push
- •Curtis could be utilized as multi-inning reliever or starter
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"The Pittsburgh Pirates are in a tight postseason race in the National League Wild Card, and if they can't turn things around soon, the postseason could slip out of reach.
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