Pirates coach responds to title contender talks

It sounds like you're referring to a recent news article or statement from the Pittsburgh Pirates' coach regarding the team's chances of winning the title. Here's a possible response:

Pirates Coach Responds to Title Contender Talks

Pittsburgh Pirates coach, Derek Shelton, has responded to the growing speculation that his team is a legitimate title contender in the National League. When asked about the team's chances, Shelton remained humble and focused on the task at hand.

"We're not getting ahead of ourselves," Shelton said in a press conference. "We're proud of the way our team has played so far, but we know we still have a long way to go. We're focused on taking it one game at a time and making sure we're prepared for each opponent."

The Pirates have been on a hot streak lately, winning 8 of their last 10 games and moving into a tie for first place in the NL Central. While some experts are predicting a deep playoff run for the team, Shelton is keeping his team grounded.

"We're not worried about what others think," Shelton said. "We're worried about what we can control, and that's how we perform on the field. We're going to keep working hard and trying to get better every day."

The Pirates will look to continue their winning ways as they take on the St. Louis Cardinals in a crucial three-game series this weekend.