Pittsburgh Pirates see improvement in 2026 hitting statistics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 11, 2026, 12:00 AM
Last updated Oct 11, 2026

The Pittsburgh Pirates' offense showed significant improvement during the 2026 season, despite not reaching the postseason. The team's batting lineup advanced from one of the worst in baseball to one of the best, aided by offseason acquisitions and player development. Key contributors included Oneil Cruz, who led the team in on-base percentage and OPS, while Brandon Lowe topped several categories, including home runs and RBIs. Bryan Reynolds also had a strong season, leading the team in doubles and triples. The Pirates will look to maintain this positive trajectory in 2027.
- •Pittsburgh Pirates did not qualify for the postseason in 2026.
- •Oneil Cruz posted a team-leading.368 on-base percentage.
- •Brandon Lowe led the team with 35 home runs and 96 RBIs.
- •Bryan Reynolds recorded 40 doubles and 3 triples throughout the season.
- •The Pirates aim for further improvement in 2027.
- 12:00 AMYahoo Sports — A Look at the Pittsburgh Pirates’ 2026 Hitting Stat Leaders
"The Pittsburgh Pirates' offense improved in 2026 thanks to a handful of players.
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