Year | W | L | Sv | Hold | IP | H | BB | SO | ER | ERA | WHIP | Rate |
2025 proj | 11 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 180.0 | 180 | 53 | 176 | 84 | 4.19 | 1.298 | 31.7 |
2025 | 2 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 99.3 | 96 | 25 | 77 | 43 | 3.90 | 1.218 | 34.6 |
2024 | 11 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 178.0 | 182 | 50 | 166 | 84 | 4.25 | 1.303 | 34.7 |
2023 | 13 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 194.3 | 187 | 55 | 210 | 91 | 4.21 | 1.245 | 44.5 |
2022 | 5 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 159.0 | 162 | 60 | 138 | 69 | 3.91 | 1.396 | 27.1 |
2021 | 5 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 100.7 | 131 | 49 | 92 | 69 | 6.17 | 1.788 | -25.4 |
2020 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 21.7 | 9 | 18 | 16 | 7 | 2.91 | 1.246 | 21.5 |
2019 | 1 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 48.0 | 72 | 16 | 65 | 38 | 7.13 | 1.833 | -19.2 |
Date | News |
6/30/25 | Cubs Pushing for Pirates' Starting Pitcher. One Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher is the prized trade candidate for a National League Central Divisional foe. Bob Nightengale of USA Today Sports reported that the Pirates and Cubs are having serious discussions on right-handed starting pitcher Mitch Keller. "The Pittsburgh Pirates have been engaged in serious trade talks for more than a week with the Chicago Cubs about starter Mitch Keller," Nightengale wrote. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/news/chicago-cubs-p... |
6/30/25 | Cubs rumors: Mitch Keller connection no longer feels like a long shot. Cubs rumors: Mitch Keller connection no longer feels like a long shot Mitch Keller buzz getting louder ahead of trade deadline By Jordan Campbell | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article New York Mets v Pittsburgh Pirates | Joe Sargent/GettyImages Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article One of the newest targets added to the Chicago Cubs rumor mill over the last week has been Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Mitch Keller. A report last week suggested that the Cubs would love to insert Keller into their starting rotation, and the latest intel from Bob Nightengale of USA Today makes it seem that the Cubs and Pirates are still talking about a potential trade . "The Pittsburgh Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-rumors-mitch-keller-c... |
6/29/25 | Cubs Rumors: Mitch Keller's contract could reveal hidden deadline agenda. Cubs Rumors: Mitch Keller's contract could reveal hidden deadline agenda What Mitch Keller's contract really means for the deadline By Jordan Campbell | Share on Facebook Share on X Copy Article Pittsburgh Pirates v Chicago Cubs | Michael Reaves/GettyImages Share on Facebook Share on X Share on Reddit Copy Article Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Mitch Keller was the latest target added to the Cubs' growing search for a starting pitcher ahead of the Major League Baseball Trade Deadline. What makes Keller an intriguing target for the Cubs is his contract situation. Keller is in the middle of a five-year deal he signed with the Pittsburgh Pirates before the 2024 season. In other words, if the Source: https://cubbiescrib.com/cubs-rumors-mitch-keller-s... |
6/29/25 | MLB rumors: Cubs, Pirates engaged in 'serious' trade talks for $77 million pitcher. The MLB trade deadline is approaching, and teams are engaged in trade talks for all kinds of players. The latest trade candidate is Pittsburgh Pirates hurler Mitch Keller. Keller is considered one of the team's best players, and the Chicago Cubs are very interested in making a deal for him. “Keller, who's in the second year of a five-year, $77 million contract, is under control through 2028, earning $15 million this year, $16.5 million in 2026, $18 million in 2027 and $20 million in 2028,” Bob Nightengale wrote for USA Today. Source: https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/mlb-stories/mlb-rumor... |
6/28/25 | Where to watch New York Mets vs. Pittsburgh Pirates FREE LIVE STREAM (6/28/25): Watch MLB game online. The New York Mets face the Pittsburgh Pirates in an MLB game on Saturday, June 28, 2025 (6/28/25) at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pa. How to watch : Fans can watch the game via a free trial to DirecTV . Here's what you need to know: What : MLB regular season Who : Mets vs. Pirates When : June 28, 2025 (6/28/25) Time : 4:05 p.m. ET Where : PNC Park TV : SNY Live stream: DirecTV Here's an MLB story via the Associated Press: PITTSBURGH (AP) — Mitch Keller hadn't won a game since the early days of the season. 'It was just a great team win. That's what matters to me, team wins, and I was just glad to do my part," the 29-year-old right-hander said after leading the Pittsburgh Pirates over the New York Mets Source: https://www.nj.com/sports/2025/06/where-to-watch-n... |
6/28/25 | Pirates Predicted to Trade Valuable Starting Pitcher. The Pittsburgh Pirates haven't had the season they've wanted, which may see them move important parts of their franchise to others before the trade deadline on July 31. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic suggested that the Pirates may look at trading right-handed starting pitcher Mitch Keller this summer. One of the reasons he looks at is Keller's contract, where he signed a five-year, $77 million extension on Feb. 22, 2024, keeping him with the team for the future. Keller makes $15,411,500 in 2025, the most a Pirates player is earning this season on their payroll. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/news/pittsburgh-pir... |
6/27/25 | Pirates' Mitch Keller ends 15-start winless streak. Mitch Keller hadn't won a game since the early days of the season. 'It was just a great team win. “You only have so much control over individual wins, which is why I don't worry about them.” Pittsburgh hadn't scored more than four runs in any of Keller's previous starts. Source: https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/baseball/... |
6/27/25 | Mets turn to steady David Peterson in opener vs. Pirates. A strong first half has turned David Peterson into a candidate to make the National League All-Star team. Circumstances for the New York Mets suddenly are turning him into their ace. Peterson (5-3, 2.98 ERA) will look to steady the Mets' reeling rotation on Friday evening when he starts the team's opener of a three-game series against the host Pittsburgh Pirates. The left-hander is slated to oppose Pirates right-hander Mitch Keller (1-10, 4.02). Source: https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/mets-turn-... |
6/26/25 | Pirates Name Probable Starting Pitchers vs. Mets. The Pittsburgh Pirates host the New York Mets at PNC Park for a weekend series, with a change to their starting rotation. Right-handed pitcher Mitch Keller starts the series opener on June 27, marking his 17th start of the season for the Pirates. Keller has a 1-10 record, with a 4.02 ERA over 94.0 innings pitched, 73 strikeouts to 24 walks, a .249 opposing batting average and a 1.22 WHIP. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/news/pittsburgh-pir... |
6/25/25 | Cubs Pursuing Pirates' Mitch Keller to Solidify Starting Rotation. The Chicago Cubs are reportedly pursuing Pittsburgh Pirates All-Star Mitch Keller to solidify the starting rotation. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/cubs-pursuing-pir... |
6/21/25 | Pittsburgh Pirates beat by Rangers as Mitch Keller falls to 1-10; offense can’t score for him. The Pittsburgh Pirates’ offense has been bad for much of the season, but it’s been particularly dormant when Mitch Keller pitches. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/pittsburgh-pirate... |
6/15/25 | Cubs play the Pirates with 2-1 series lead. Pittsburgh Pirates (29-43, fifth in the NL Central) vs. Chicago Cubs (43-28, first in the NL Central) Chicago; Sunday, 2:20 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Pirates: Mitch Keller (1-9, 4.15 ERA, 1.27 WHIP, 65 strikeouts); Cubs: Colin Rea (4-2, 3.92 ERA, 1.37 WHIP, 48 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Cubs -173, Pirates +145; over/under is 7 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Chicago Cubs bring a 2-1 lead into the latest game of the series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Chicago has a 43-28 record overall and a 22-12 record at home. The Cubs have a 33-6 record in games when they have more hits than their opponents. Pittsburgh is 10-24 on the road and 29-43 overall. The Pirates have gone 12-3 in games when Source: https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/baseball/... |
6/10/25 | Alcantara pitches 6 shutout innings as the Marlins edge the Pirates 3-2. Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Mitch Keller delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins Tuesday, June 10, 2025, in Pittsburgh. PITTSBURGH (AP) — Sandy Alcantara struck out six in six shutout innings, and the Miami Marlins edged the Pittsburgh Pirates 3-2 on Tuesday night. Alcantara (3-7) allowed three hits and walked one in his first win since April 12. Source: https://www.theintelligencer.net/sports/top-sports... |
5/30/25 | Padres take on the Pirates in first of 3-game series. Pittsburgh Pirates (21-36, fifth in the NL Central) vs. San Diego Padres (31-23, second in the NL West) San Diego; Friday, 9:40 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Pirates: Mitch Keller (1-6, 3.66 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, 55 strikeouts); Padres: Nick Pivetta (5-2, 2.72 ERA, 1.01 WHIP, 63 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Padres -198, Pirates +164; over/under is 7 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The San Diego Padres host the Pittsburgh Pirates to open a three-game series. San Diego has an 18-9 record at home and a 31-23 record overall. The Padres have a 19-3 record in games when they scored at least five runs. Pittsburgh has gone 8-20 in road games and 21-36 overall. The Pirates are 13-7 in games when they out-hit their Source: https://wtop.com/sports/2025/05/padres-take-on-the... |
5/28/25 | Beyond the Numbers: Mitch Keller pitching underrated season for the Pirates. Keller owns a 3.66 ERA and has been one of the organization’s most consistent starters. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/beyond-numbers-mi... |
5/24/25 | Pirates Preview: Mitch Keller Duels Ex-Bucco Quinn Priester. The Pirates (18-34) will try and make it back-to-back wins over the Brewers (25-27) against their 2018 first-round draft pick. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/article/pirates-preview-m... |
5/22/25 | Series Preview: Pirates Hope to Ride Hot Pitching Streak vs. Brewers. The Pittsburgh Pirates (17-33) host the Milwaukee Brewers (24-26) for a four game homestand on Memorial Day weekend, as they are looking to keep momentum from a series victory over the Cincinnati Reds. Pittsburgh scored five runs across the three game series, but still managed to win two games. As has been the case all season, their strong starting pitching kept them in games and gave them opportunities to win while the offense has been in an elongated slump. On Monday, veteran right-hander Mitch Keller provided another quality start — his eighth of the season — by going six innings and allowing only one run. The Pirates' bullpen gave up six runs in the 7-1 loss. Bailey Falter continued his strong Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/news/pittsburgh-pir... |
5/19/25 | Pirates Waste Mitch Keller Start, Lose to Reds. The Pittsburgh Pirates got a great start from right-handed pitcher Mitch Keller, but couldn't score any runs or stop them from coming in afterwards as the Cincinnati Reds went on to win 7-1 at PNC Park. The Pirates have now lost their past four games, as they suffered a sweep against the Philadelphia Phillies on the weekend. Keller got the first two outs of the top of the first inning, before walking shortstop Elly De La Cruz and allowing a double to left fielder Austin Hays, scoring De La Cruz and making it a 1-0 lead for the road team. Source: https://www.si.com/mlb/pirates/news/pittsburgh-pir... |
5/13/25 | Pirates aim to stop 6-game road losing streak, play the Mets. Pittsburgh Pirates (14-28, fifth in the NL Central) vs. New York Mets (27-15, first in the NL East) New York; Tuesday, 7:10 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Pirates: Mitch Keller (1-4, 4.40 ERA, 1.40 WHIP, 35 strikeouts); Mets: Kodai Senga (4-2, 1.16 ERA, 1.16 WHIP, 35 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Mets -250, Pirates +203; over/under is 7 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Pittsburgh Pirates travel to the New York Mets looking to break a six-game road losing streak. New York has gone 16-4 in home games and 27-15 overall. The Mets are 18-3 in games when they scored at least five runs. Pittsburgh has a 14-28 record overall and a 5-15 record in road games. The Pirates have gone 2-4 in games when they hit Source: https://wtop.com/sports/2025/05/pirates-aim-to-sto... |
5/11/25 | Padres trade pitch sends promising outfielder for $77 million All-Star pitcher. The San Diego Padres are only one game back from the Los Angeles Dodgers for the lead in the National League West division. The Dodgers are the reigning World Series Champions and became an even more formidable team with their offseason additions. San Diego is not far behind Los Angeles in the standings, but could still look to add before the trade deadline. Adding another All-Star caliber pitcher to their rotation could never hurt, as Newsweek's Drew VonScio suggested that the Padres should trade for Pirates pitcher Mitch Keller. Source: https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/san-diego-padr... |