Pirates vs Cardinals
The 2026 Pirates aim for their first NL Central title and first postseason since 2015.
The 2026 Pittsburgh Pirates season is the franchise's ongoing 145th season overall, as well their 140th season as a member of the National League, and the 26th season at PNC Park.
Quick Facts
- Division
- NL Central (both teams)
- Cardinals world series titles
- 11
- Pirates world series titles
- 7
- Rivalry origin
- 1880s, both clubs founded in the early National League era
- Pirates home ballpark
- PNC Park
- Pittsburgh
- PA
- Cardinals home ballpark
- Busch Stadium
- St. Louis
- MO
- Pirate legendary icon
- Roberto Clemente (retired #21)
- Cardinal legendary icon
- Stan Musial (retired #6)
Lore & Background
The team is seeking to win the NL Central title for the first time in team history as well as make the postseason for the first time since 2015.
Reader's Guide
Top prospect Konnor Griffin is in his first season in the majors after being called up on April 2.
Did You Know?
- The Pirates played their first game of the season on March 26 against the Mets.
- Paul Skenes earned his first win of the season on April 1 against the Reds.
- The Pirates had a five-game winning streak from April 3 to April 5.
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