Spring Training Gameday 2: Pirates look for first Spring win at home against Orioles

After dropping their first game on the road, the Pirates return for Bradenton for Sunday game against the Orioles.

Feb 25, 2024

The Pirates dropped their first Spring Training game of the year against the Minnesota Twins by the score of 5-3. Kyle Nicolas allowed a three-run home run in his inning of relief, getting the loss.

Edward Olivares hit a two-run triple, with Matt Fraizer driving in the other run.

Mitch Keller is expected to get the start for the Pirates, and first pitch is scheduled for around 1:05 pm ET.

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Pirates Lineup

SS - Oneil Cruz

LF - Bryan Reynolds

3B - Ke’Bryan Hayes

CF - Jack Suwinski

1B - Rowdy Tellez

C - Yasmani Grandal

RF - Connor Joe

2B - Liover Peguero

DH - Nick Gonzales

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