Pittsburgh Pirates (PIT)
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Draft lottery outlook
Final lottery seed: No. 17 — a 0.4% chance at the No. 1 pick and an expected pick of 16.6.
Full draft order & lottery simulator →Frequently asked questions
What is the Pittsburgh Pirates magic number right now?
The Pittsburgh Pirates have been mathematically eliminated from MLB playoff contention this season.
What is a magic number in baseball?
A magic number is the combined total of team wins and chasing-team losses that guarantees a playoff spot. When it reaches 0, the spot is clinched no matter what happens in the remaining games.
When did the Pittsburgh Pirates last make the playoffs?
The Pittsburgh Pirates last made the MLB playoffs in 2015. They have missed 11 straight postseasons.
When did the Pittsburgh Pirates last win the World Series?
The Pittsburgh Pirates have won 5 World Series titles, most recently in 1979.
How often are these numbers updated?
Standings and magic numbers on Sports Magic Numbers refresh throughout the day and after every MLB game, so the numbers here reflect the live playoff race.