Pirates Host the Braves to Open 3-Game Series
- The Pittsburgh Pirates host the Atlanta Braves at PNC Park starting Tuesday for a three-game series, with Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes facing Braves right-hander Hurston Waldrep in the opener.
- Skenes seeks a rebound after allowing seven earned runs over four innings in his statistically worst MLB start on July 1 against the Philadelphia Phillies. The All-Star pitcher holds 119 strikeouts but posted a 5.36 ERA over his past nine outings.
- Jared Jones follows in the rotation for Wednesday's matchup, with Mitch Keller starting Thursday's finale. Atlanta counters with right-handers Grant Holmes and Bryce Elder to complete the three-game rotation.
- Ahead of the series, the Braves reunited with veteran slugger Rowdy Tellez on a minor league contract. Tellez, who owns 123 career home runs, provides experienced depth after electing free agency.
- Both clubs look to improve their postseason positioning during this series. The Braves hold a 52-37 record, while the Pirates enter at 46-45, seeking to boost their playoff hopes.
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Pirates open series with Atlanta tonight at PNC Park/Skenes on the mound and on WISR - ButlerRadio.com - Butler, PA
The Pittsburgh Pirates open a three-game series with the Atlanta Braves tonight at PNC Park. First pitch is 6:40pm. Pre-game on WISR begins at 6:15pm. Paul Skenes will start tonight’s game for the Bucs. He is 6-8 this season with a 3.62 ERA. Hurston Waldrep will start for the Braves. It will be just the third start of the season for him. Tonight’s game will be the first of two appearances for Skenes in two key series prior to the All-Star break.…
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Pirates host the Braves to open 3-game series
The Pittsburgh Pirates host the Atlanta Braves to start a three-game series.
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