Pittsburgh Pirates Playoffs 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 playoff page. The Pirates are 75-77, 3rd in the NL Central with a +21 point differential and a 2-game losing streak. They are in the hunt, 8 games behind the last wild-card spot with 10 games left.
Last time out they lost to the Milwaukee Brewers 4-5 at home. Next up: home to the Milwaukee Brewers (95-57) on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 12:35 PM EDT. Their remaining opponents have a combined 0.484 record, including 1 game against teams currently in playoff position. Updated Sep 17, 2026 6:10 AM EDT.
Pirates Playoff Outlook
Last game
L 4-5 vs 
Milwaukee Brewers
Next game
vs Milwaukee Brewers (95-57)
What it takes
8 games behind the last wild-card spot with 10 to play. They need to win and get help from the teams above them.
Remaining schedule
10 games left · opponents’ record 0.484 · 1 vs current playoff teams
NL Central Standings
| # | Team | W-L | Div | Conf | Diff | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Milwaukee Brewers | 95-57 | 10-5 | 17-8 | +200 | W2 |
| 2 |  Chicago Cubs | 85-68 | 6-10 | 11-15 | +143 | W1 |
| 3 | Pittsburgh Pirates | 75-77 | 3-5 | 7-10 | +21 | L2 |
| 4 |  St. Louis Cardinals | 75-78 | 6-5 | 11-15 | -14 | L2 |
| 5 |  Cincinnati Reds | 71-81 | 7-7 | 13-19 | -148 | W1 |
Season Trend
Pirates Playoff Push: 2026 Recent Results and Upcoming Games
| # | Date | Opponent | Opp. record | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | at Cardinals | 75-78 | W 5-4 | |
| 2 | vs  Giants | 64-89 | W 13-12 | |
| 3 | vs Giants | 64-89 | L 4-5 | |
| 4 | vs Giants | 64-89 | W 5-2 | |
| 5 | vs  Angels | 58-94 | W 1-0 | |
| 6 | vs Angels | 58-94 | L 1-6 | |
| 7 | vs Angels | 58-94 | W 1-0 | |
| 8 | at  White Sox #6 | 77-75 | W 9-3 | |
| 9 | at White Sox #6 | 77-75 | W 4-2 | |
| 10 | at White Sox #6 | 77-75 | W 2-0 | |
| 11 | at Cubs #4 | 85-68 | L 2-12 | |
| 12 | at Cubs #4 | 85-68 | L 3-4 | |
| 13 | at Cubs #4 | 85-68 | W 4-3 | |
| 14 | vs Brewers #1 | 95-57 | L 1-5 | |
| 15 | vs Brewers #1 | 95-57 | L 4-5 | |
| 16 | vs Brewers #1 | 95-57 | ||
| 17 | vs  Royals | 67-85 | ||
| 18 | vs Royals | 67-85 | ||
| 19 | vs Royals | 67-85 | ||
| 20 | vs Cardinals | 75-78 | ||
| 21 | vs Cardinals | 75-78 | ||
| 22 | vs Cardinals | 75-78 | ||
| 23 | at  Tigers | 72-80 | ||
| 24 | at Tigers | 72-80 | ||
| 25 | at Tigers | 72-80 |
This Pittsburgh Pirates playoffs page refreshes after every Pirates game: record, seed, magic number and remaining schedule. Compare them with the rest of the NL playoff picture, or see their projected route on the bracket.
Pittsburgh Pirates playoffs FAQ
Are the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2026 playoffs?
Not yet. They are 8 games behind the last wild-card spot with 10 games to play.
What seed would the Pirates be?
They are outside the six playoff spots today.
Who leads the NL Central?
Milwaukee Brewers (95-57); the Pirates are 3rd.
When is the next Pirates game?
Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 12:35 PM EDT, home to the Milwaukee Brewers.
How hard is the Pirates remaining schedule?
10 games left against opponents with a combined 0.484 record; 1 against teams currently in playoff position.
How can the Pirates clinch a playoff spot?
Win the NL Central, or finish with one of the three best records among NL non-division-winners. A magic number appears here once a berth is within reach.
What is the Pirates record at home and on the road?
8-6 at home, 8-7 away; 3-5 in the division and 7-10 in the league.