The Pittsburgh Pirates will be a better team offensively in 2026 than they were in 2025. This much is sure thanks to the dramatic facelift the offense has undergone. While that will add some games to the W column, there is a threat that can mitigate how much improvement they see in the win-loss record at the end of the day.
The 2025 Pirates were one of the league's better defensive teams. Pittsburgh ranked eighth in the majors in outs above average with 17. By defensive runs saved, they came in 10th with 32. With the pitching they had, just a competent offensive attack would have had them threatening for a playoff spot.