 On July 31, the Pirates acquired pitcher Wandy Rodríguez from the Houston Astros, for prospects pitcher Rudy Owens, outfielder Robby Grossman, and pitcher Colton Cain.On August 7, with the Pirates were 62-46 and in the thick of the playoff race.However, in a stunning twist of fate, the team lost 37 of its final 54 games, leaving the Pirates with a 79-83 record, and a record 20th consecutive losing season.