Series Preview: Pittsburgh Pirates (71-78) at St. Louis Cardinals (74-75)

The Pittsburgh Pirates are entering the final stretch of the 2024 season with a chance to knock the Cardinals out of playoff contention. Key injuries and player performance are notable factors.

Starter Spotlight: Wacha, Wacha

9-14-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X After a rough start to the weekend series, the Pirates will look to rebound against former divisional foe in Michael Wacha. Wacha has played Pittsburgh 18 times in his career with a 3.68 ERA through 95.1 innings – though that’s not including his performance in Game 4 ofContinue reading “Starter Spotlight: Wacha, Wacha”

Series Preview: Kansas City Royals (80-67) at Pittsburgh Pirates (70-76)

9-13-24 – By Michael Castrignano – @412DoublePlay on X The Pirates have been on a bit of a hot streak, winning 4 straight games including their first series sweep since before the All Star Break – though, the visiting Kansas City Royals have won 5 of their last 7 following a 7-game losing streak. The Royals haveContinue reading “Series Preview: Kansas City Royals (80-67) at Pittsburgh Pirates (70-76)”