The Pirates finished seventh in ERA last season and boast a rotation that includes Paul Skenes, Bubba Chandler, Braxton Ashcraft and Jared Jones. Dan Plesac, a three‑time All‑Star, praised the lineup and said the staff reminds him of the early 1990s Braves.
With a stronger offense added in the offseason, the Pirates look poised to break their playoff drought and could see a resurgence similar to the Braves’ dynasty.