Gameday 144: Pirates begin series at home against the Miami Marlins

Paul Skenes vs Valente Bellozo

Photo Credit: Ryan Palencer

After splitting their four-game series against the Washington Nationals, the Pirates get right back to business with another set at home.

This time, they welcome the Miami Marlins, who are currently in a tie with the Colorado Rockies for the fewest wins in the National League.

Paul Skenes is currently the projected starter, and he will go up against Valente Bellozo.

First pitch is expected at 6:40 pm ET.

Pirates Lineup

2B - Nick Gonzales

LF - Bryan Reynolds

CF - Oneil Cruz

DH - Andrew McCutchen

1B - Rowdy Tellez

RF - Bryan De La Cruz

C - Yasmani Grandal

3B - Jared Triolo

SS - Alika Williams

Marlins Lineup

SS - Xavier Edwards

DH - Connor Norby

3B - Jake Burger

RF - Jesus Sanchez

1B - Jonah Bride

LF - Friffin Conine

2B - Otto Lopez

CF - Kyle Stowers

C - Nick Fortes

Pitching Matchup

PIT - Paul Skenes (9-2, 2.13 ERA, 114 IP, 30 BB, 142 K)

MIA - Valente Bellozo (2-2, 3.78 ERA, 47.2 IP, 17 BB, 33 K)

Yesterday’s Feature

Live Reports, Michael Kennedy takes no-hitter into sixth, Magdiel Cotto pitches, Javier Rivas defense

Today’s Feature

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