Jacob Punturi

Joined: Jul 11, 2024

Jacob is a featured writer covering the Pittsburgh Steelers for Steelers On SI and the NHL for Breakaway On SI. He also co-hosts the All Steelers Talk podcast. Previous work covering the NHL for Inside the Penguins and The Hockey News.

Aug 4, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates manager Don Kelly (12) argues with umpire James Hoye (92) in the fifth against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

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These three Pittsburgh Pirates disappointments in particular stand out as the biggest letdowns so far and must be corrected in the second half of the season.

Jul 7, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) heads to the bullpen to warm up before pitching against the Atlanta Braves at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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Rest assured, these Pittsburgh Pirates are for real and have the pieces to go on a meaningful run this fall.

Jul 12, 2026; San Diego, California, USA; San Diego Padres pitcher Mason Miller (22) celebrates after the Padres beat the Toronto Blue Jays at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Denis Poroy-Imagn Images

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That’s why the Pittsburgh Pirates have to shoot for the stars and target this hometown pitcher.

Jul 8, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Dennis Santana (60) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the eighth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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Despite his struggles, the Pittsburgh Pirates have remained committed to their former closer and struggling bullpen arm.

Jul 7, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) pitches against the Atlanta Braves during the sixth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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That's what the best pitchers and MVP players do, and that's what Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes will do in Konnor Griffin's absence.

Feb 20, 2024; Bradenton, FL, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates infielder Jack Brannigan (83) poses for a photo during photo day at Pirate City. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports

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The move signifies that the Pittsburgh Pirates are likely to put Konnor Griffin on the Injured List again.

Jun 22, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Boston Red Sox pitcher Aroldis Chapman (44) after allowing a hit in the ninth inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

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That package is a bit of an overpay for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but it is exactly the direction the team must go.

Jun 20, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Spencer Horwitz (2) rounds the bases on a solo home run in the first inning against the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

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It seems the news has only gotten worse for Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Spencer Horwitz, however.

Jun 23, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher Dennis Santana (60) pitches against the Seattle Mariners during the ninth inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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With limited time, the Pittsburgh Pirates have to accomplish these three things before the deadline passes.

Jun 9, 2026; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes (30) delivers a pitch against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at PNC Park. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-Imagn Images

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As frustrating as this might be to hear, there is something wrong with Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes. It's just not the team's biggest problem.