How Many Wins for the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2024?

S. Samek

Let’s make our yearly prediction of how many wins the Pittsburgh Pirates will get in 2024. After a 2023 season where they went 76-86 and finished fourth in the National League Central division.

I think having a healthy Oneil Cruz should help the team a good bit. The bullpen also looks to be a strong point as well with David Bednar highlighting the staff. They are projected to be the third best bullpen in the MLB.

The rotation however is the biggest question mark. Can they find two, or three more reliable starters to build a quality rotation. With Paul Skenes on his way to minor league camp to start the season, who will step in until he is ready? Though when will he be ready May, June, September?

Mitch Keller is being called on to lead the staff this season after an all-star year in 2023. Though will we see the first half or second half of 2023 Keller? Regardless the Pirates have the confidence to give him the ball on opening day against the Miami Marlins.

I think we’re looking at a .500 team at 82-82 at best. At worst I’m thinking 65 wins, down from last year’s total by a good amount. I think it mostly depends on how good the starting pitching is.