Mariners vs Pirates starting pitchers
- Bailey Falter for Pittsburgh Pirates
- Luis Castillo for Seattle Mariners
Mariners vs Pirates statistics
| Stat |
Mariners |
Pirates |
| Hits |
863 (30th) |
966 (22nd) |
| Batting Average |
.215 (30th) |
.235 (24th) |
| Runs Batted In |
460 (26th) |
483 (Tied-22nd) |
| Runs |
484 (27th) |
501 (24th) |
| Home Runs |
139 (15th) |
119 (25th) |
| Walks |
420 (4th) |
366 (Tied-16th) |
| Stolen Bases |
94 (11th) |
73 (18th) |
| Strikeouts |
1261 (1st) |
1130 (4th) |
| Pitches |
18326 (6th) |
17846 (17th) |
Pittsburgh Pirates recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/16/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
W |
5-3 |
| 8/14/24 |
@ San Diego Padres |
L |
8-2 |
| 8/13/24 |
@ San Diego Padres |
L |
3-0 |
| 8/12/24 |
@ San Diego Padres |
L |
2-1 |
| 8/11/24 |
@ Los Angeles Dodgers |
L |
6-5 F/10 |
Seattle Mariners recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/16/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Pirates |
L |
5-3 |
| 8/15/24 |
@ Detroit Tigers |
L |
2-1 |
| 8/14/24 |
@ Detroit Tigers |
L |
3-2 F/10 |
| 8/13/24 |
@ Detroit Tigers |
L |
15-1 |
| 8/11/24 |
vs New York Mets |
W |
12-1 |
Mariners vs Pirates predictions
Heading into the game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, key players for the Seattle Mariners look poised to make a significant impact. Luis Castillo, with his strong ERA of 3.40 this season, is expected to deliver a solid performance on the mound. Offensively, Cal Raleigh, whose bat has already produced 26 homers, seems ready to add to his tally and drive in more runs. Julio Rodriguez, boasting a .265 batting average, also stands out as a potential game-changer with his ability to get on base and make things happen.
On the flip side, the Pittsburgh Pirates have their own set of talent ready to shine. Bryan Reynolds, hitting at a comfortable .283, could very well be a thorn in the side for Mariners pitchers, especially if he finds gaps in their defense. Pitcher Bailey Falter, who carries a season ERA of 4.07, might not be the most intimidating on paper, but his capability to punch out batters could come in handy. Oneil Cruz, a dynamic player despite his season challenges, looks to disrupt with both his bat and speed.
Given the current form and stats, the Mariners might just have the edge in this matchup. Their blend of solid pitching and timely hitting, particularly from players like Raleigh and Rodriguez, provides a robust foundation for a win. However, the Pirates certainly aren't pushovers, and if Reynolds and Cruz fire on all cylinders, the game could turn into a nail-biter. Still, leaning towards the Mariners seems a safe bet, thanks to their slightly superior lineup and better overall team metrics. What do you think? Could the Pirates pull off an upset, or will the Mariners cruise to victory?
Pittsburgh Pirates injuries
- Joshua Palacios (RF): 10-Day-IL
- Cristofer Melendez (SP): Out
- Oneil Cruz (SS): Day-To-Day
- Andrew McCutchen (RF): Day-To-Day
- Nick Gonzales (2B): 10-Day-IL
Seattle Mariners injuries
- Gregory Santos (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Alberto Rodriguez (RF): Day-To-Day
- Taylor Dollard (SP): Day-To-Day
- J.P. Crawford (SS): 10-Day-IL
- Jackson Kowar (RP): 60-Day-IL
Mariners vs Pirates game info
| Venue |
PNC Park |
| Location |
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| First pitch |
Sat 1:05 PM |
| TV |
MLBN |
| Temperature |
77° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
