Pirates Giving Non-Roster Invitee Another Start vs. Twins

Right-hander Noah Davis will take the mound for Pittsburgh as they continue Spring Training action.

Mar. 16, 2026 at 2:57pm

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The Pittsburgh Pirates will give non-roster invitee Noah Davis another start, this time against the Minnesota Twins at Lee Health Sports Complex in Fort Myers, Florida on March 16. Davis, a 28-year-old right-hander, has impressed the Pirates with his five-pitch arsenal and is looking to earn a spot on the roster as either a starter or middle reliever for the 2026 season.

Why it matters

The Pirates have a strong starting rotation, but are evaluating other pitchers like Davis who are looking to make an impression and secure a role on the major league roster. Davis' performance in these Spring Training games could determine whether he breaks camp with the team or gets assigned to the minors.

The details

Davis made his first start for the Pirates on March 11 against the Baltimore Orioles, throwing four scoreless innings before giving up a three-run home run in the fifth. He has also made two relief appearances earlier in Spring Training, including a strong two-inning, three-strikeout outing against the Tampa Bay Rays. The Pirates will also have right-handers Isaac Mattson and Michael Darrell-Hicks, as well as left-hander Mason Montgomery, pitch against the Twins.

  • Davis will start against the Twins on March 16 in Fort Myers, Florida.
  • He made his first start for the Pirates on March 11 against the Orioles.
  • Davis had two previous relief appearances earlier in Spring Training.

The players

Noah Davis

A 28-year-old right-handed pitcher and non-roster invitee with the Pirates, looking to earn a spot on the major league roster as either a starter or middle reliever.

Isaac Mattson

A right-handed reliever for the Pirates who is also scheduled to pitch against the Twins.

Michael Darrell-Hicks

A right-handed reliever for the Pirates who is also scheduled to pitch against the Twins.

Mason Montgomery

A left-handed reliever for the Pirates who is also scheduled to pitch against the Twins.

Jhostynxon Garcia

A Pirates outfielder who will start in right field and bat ninth against the Twins.

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What they’re saying

“I chose the Pirates, they have a great reputation for pitching development. You can obviously see all the guys in the clubhouse. You look around and there's an embarrassment of riches in terms of arms.”

— Noah Davis

What’s next

The Pirates will continue to evaluate Davis and other non-roster invitees as they determine the final roster for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Pirates are committed to developing their pitching talent, as evidenced by the opportunities they are providing to non-roster invitees like Noah Davis to showcase their skills and potentially earn a spot on the major league roster.