US EditionLongtime Tigers utility man named interim manager of Pirates
- On Thursday, May 8, 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates relieved Derek Shelton of his managerial duties and appointed bench coach Don Kelly as the team’s interim manager.
- Shelton was hired in November 2019 during a franchise-wide leadership reset but struggled to end the Pirates' growing playoff drought amid roster turnover.
- The Pirates started the 2025 season 12-26, enduring a seven-game losing streak with major offensive struggles despite solid pitching from rookie Paul Skenes.
- General manager Ben Cherington expressed confidence in Donnie's ability to lead the team, emphasizing his strong connections to Pittsburgh and the high regard in which he is held within the clubhouse.
- Kelly’s appointment suggests the Pirates aim to stabilize leadership and improve performance amid a challenging rebuild and low team payroll.
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Last-place Pirates fire manager Derek Shelton, promote bench coach Don Kelly
The Pittsburgh Pirates fired manager Derek Shelton following a rocky opening month to the season that saw Pittsburgh quickly slip into last place in the NL Central.
Pirates fire Shelton, say move is to 'fix this now'
Derek Shelton's dismissal as manager comes as the Pirates (12-26) have lost seven straight games and 10 of 11. Pirates chairman Bob Nutting said the team needed to "act with a sense of urgency and take the steps necessary to fix this now."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
GazetteXtraPirates fire manager Derek Shelton after 12-26 start to season
Derek Shelton has been relieved of his duties as Pirates manager, the team announced on Thursday. Bench coach Don Kelly will take over as manager. “Derek...
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