Gameday 103: Pirates start three game set in Arizona against the Diamondbacks

Luis Ortiz pitching for the Pirates to open series

Jul 26, 2024

After winning four of six at home coming out of the All-Star break, the Pittsburgh Pirates head out on the road, starting with a weekend series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

It’s a series that could have some serious wildcard implications, as both teams are in playoff contention.

Both teams are just outside the playoffs entering this weekend, with the Diamondbacks (one game) just ahead of the Pirates (1.5 games).

Luis Ortiz will make the start for the Pirates as he looks to continue his strong play since sliding back into the rotation.

First pitch is scheduled for 9:40 pm ET.

Pirates Lineup

DH - Andrew McCutchen

SS - Oneil Cruz

2B - Nick Gonzales

1B - Rowdy Tellez

RF - Joshua Palacios

3B - Ke’Bryan Hayes

LF - Jack Suwinski

C - Joey Bart

CF - Michael A. Taylor

Diamondbacks Lineup

RF - Corbin Carroll

2B - Ketel Marte

DH - Joc Pederson

1B - Christian Walker

LF - Lourdes Gurriel Jr.

C - Gabriel Moreno

3B - Eugenio Suarez

CF - Alek Thomas

SS - Geraldo Perdomo

Pitching Matchup

PIT - Luis Ortiz (5-2, 2.57 ERA, 73.2 IP, 21 BB, 59 K)

ARI - Zac Gallen (7-5, 3.64 ERA, 81.2 IP, 27 BB, 80 K)

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