Pittsburgh, PA - The Pittsburgh Pirates announced Thursday the dismissal of manager Derek Shelton. The decision comes a little over a month into the 2025 Major League Baseball season, with the team holding a record of [Insert Record Here].
"This was a difficult decision, but one we felt was necessary to move the organization forward," said [Insert GM Name Here], General Manager of the Pirates, in a statement released by the team. "We thank Derek for his service and wish him all the best in the future."
Shelton was hired as the Pirates manager in [Insert Year Hired] and compiled a record of [Insert Shelton's Record]. The team had hoped to contend for a playoff spot this season after several offseason acquisitions, but the team's slow start ultimately led to the change.
The Pirates have named [Insert Interim Manager Name Here] as the interim manager. A search for a permanent replacement will begin immediately, with the team expected to consider both internal and external candidates.
Pirates Relieve Derek Shelton of Managerial Duties
The Pittsburgh Pirates have dismissed manager Derek Shelton after just 38 games into the 2025 MLB season. The team announced the decision Thursday, citing a need for a change in leadership. This move comes amidst a season of high expectations and, ultimately, underperformance. The Pirates organization will immediately begin the search for a new manager to guide the team forward.