Pirates Dismiss Three Coaches After Poor Season

The Pittsburgh Pirates have parted ways with hitting coach Andy Haines, bullpen coach Justin Meccage, and strength and conditioning coach Adam Vish following a disappointing season. The Pirates' offense ranked among the worst in MLB, finishing 24th in runs scored and 27th in OPS, with many players struggling offensively. Meccage, who had been with the organization for over a decade, oversaw a bullpen that had a combined ERA of 4.49 over the past five years, ranking among the worst in the league. Despite some individual successes, such as Oneil Cruz's improved performance and Joey Bart's breakout season, the overall team results were underwhelming. The Pirates ended the season with a 76-86 record, marking their eighth consecutive losing season and missing the postseason since 2015. This coaching shakeup is seen as a necessary step for the team to make significant progress in future seasons.