Pirates vs Reds
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
- Rivalry origin
- National League, 1880s (both franchises NL members since the 1880s)
- Divisional alignment
- NL Central (since 1994)
- Geographic heart
- Ohio River Valley, roughly 200 miles apart
- Pirates world series titles
- 5 (1925, 1947, 1960, 171, 1979)
- Reds world series titles
- 4 (1919, 1975, 1976, 1990)
- Iconic reds legend
- Pete Rose – all-time MLB hits leader (4,256)
- Iconic pirates legend
- Roberto Clemente – Hall of Fame outfielder, 18 seasons with Pittsburgh
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. This is top prospect Konnor Griffin's first season in the majors after being called up on April 2.
Reader's Guide
Their season includes games against the Mets, Reds, Orioles, Padres, Cubs, Nationals, Rays, Rangers, Brewers, Cardinals, Diamondbacks, Giants, Rockies, Phillies, Blue Jays, Twins, Astros, and Braves.
Did You Know?
- The Pirates' World Series titles are 1925, 1947, 1960, 1971, and 1979.
- The NL East did not exist until 1969; before that, the NL was a single division. The Reds were in the NL West from 1969 to 1993.
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