Pirates Split Series, Eye Tampa Bay Rays

0:00It's April 17th, this is MLB News, today your AI-powered source for everything MLB. The Pittsburgh Pirates just wrapped up a four-game series against the Washington Nationals, splitting wins to grab some early momentum. Both teams took hits, but the Bucks are calling this a solid step forward, heading into their matchup with the Tampa Bay Rays. Marcel O'Zuna, bounced back big time as the designated hitter, smacking his first home run of the season in the finale and grabbing at least one hit in. Every game he played, Outfielder Jake Mangum kept shining too, with consistent knocks from the lineup or bench, plus a laser throw from the outfield that saved the key. Inning. Pitcher Mitch Keller hit a rough patch after three strong starts, lasting only four innings while giving up five earn runs before getting pulled. It's a bump for the veteran who's been lights out otherwise, and the team hopes he shakes it off quick since he's central to their 2026, plans. Nick York struggled at third base in his new role, sailing throws over the first basements

1:00head and managing just one hit total, going hitless in his. First eleven at bats. The 24-year-old prospect needs time to adjust, but the Pirates still believe in his upside. Now the squad turns the page to Tampa Bay, building on these sparks while fixing the glitches to climb the standings.