MLB · NL Central · Est. 1881 · PNC Park
Pittsburgh Pirates
Current Leadership
Chairman & Principal Owner
Bob Nutting, a West Virginia newspaper and media executive who heads Ogden Newspapers, became the Pirates' controlling owner in 2007. His tenure has been one of the most criticized in professional sports, as the Pirates have consistently operated with one of baseball's lowest payrolls despite receiving substantial revenue sharing funds from MLB. While the team briefly broke through with three consecutive playoff appearances from 2013 to 2015, the franchise has otherwise been defined by losing seasons and the regular trading away of star players before they reach free agency.
President
Travis Williams has served as president of the Pirates, overseeing the business side of the franchise's operations at PNC Park. He has worked to grow the team's revenue streams and fan engagement in the Pittsburgh market, though the team's on-field struggles have made his job challenging from an attendance and sponsorship perspective.
Manager
| Name | Position | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Don Kelly | Manager | 2026 |
Coaching Staff
| Name | Position | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Kristopher Negrón | Bench Coach | 2026 |
| Bill Murphy | Pitching Coach | 2026 |
| Matt Hague | Hitting Coach | 2024 |
| Tony Beasley | Third Base Coach | 2026 |
| Tarrik Brock | First Base Coach | 2022 |
Historical Figures
Former Managing General Partner
Kevin McClatchy, a newspaper publisher from Sacramento, led the ownership group that saved the Pirates from potential relocation in 1996. McClatchy oversaw the construction and opening of PNC Park in 2001, widely regarded as one of the most beautiful ballparks in America. However, the team struggled on the field during his tenure, setting a North American professional sports record with 20 consecutive losing seasons. He sold his controlling interest to Bob Nutting in 2007.