GM Cherington Expects To Helm Pirates In 2026

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Pittsburgh general manager Ben Cherington expects to return in 2026 despite the Pirates having losing seasons during each of his six years on the job. Cherington said Saturday that Pirates owner Bob Nutting and team president Travis Williams have not given any indication that he might be fired. The Pirates have never revealed Cherington’s contract status, but it is believed he is signed through 2026 or 2027. The Pirates were 65-89 going into Saturday night’s game and assured of a second straight last-place finish in the National League Central. The Pirates have had 29 losing seasons in the last 33 years.