Pirates Pitching Crisis and Hope | MLB News

The Pirates’ pitching woes this season have fans frustrated, despite Bill Murphy’s high-profile arrival as pitching coach — a move meant to rebuild what was once a dominant staff. Last year’s shutout-leading rotation and Cy Young winner Paul Skenes are now struggling, with ERAs soaring and key arms regressing. The bullpen, once a liability, has turned things around in August thanks to deadline acquisitions like Mason Montgomery. While GM Ben Cherington credits Murphy for creating structure and bridging minor and major league programs, the real question remains: can the team fix its pitching before next season?

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