Mariners vs Pirates starting pitchers
- Jake Woodford for Pittsburgh Pirates
- George Kirby for Seattle Mariners
Mariners vs Pirates statistics
| Stat |
Mariners |
Pirates |
| Hits |
871 (30th) |
975 (20th) |
| Batting Average |
.215 (30th) |
.235 (23rd) |
| Runs Batted In |
462 (26th) |
490 (22nd) |
| Runs |
486 (27th) |
508 (23rd) |
| Home Runs |
139 (15th) |
122 (25th) |
| Walks |
421 (4th) |
369 (16th) |
| Stolen Bases |
95 (11th) |
74 (18th) |
| Strikeouts |
1275 (1st) |
1139 (4th) |
| Pitches |
18471 (6th) |
17991 (17th) |
Pittsburgh Pirates recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/17/24 |
vs Seattle Mariners |
W |
7-2 |
| 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 |
Seattle Mariners recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 8/17/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Pirates |
L |
7-2 |
| 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 |
Mariners vs Pirates predictions
Heading into their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates, the Seattle Mariners will be relying heavily on some key players to snap their current losing streak. For instance, Julio Rodriguez, always a crowd favorite, has been projecting impressive numbers at bat with an expectation to enhance his batting average and contribute significantly in runs. Cal Raleigh, another pivotal player, has shown remarkable power this season, and based on recent performances, he could very well add a few more home runs and RBIs to his tally during this series. Needless to say, their pitcher, George Kirby, whose ERA and WHIP have been commendably low, should be a critical component in keeping the Pirate's bats at bay.
On the flip side, the Pittsburgh Pirates have their own set of aces to counter the Mariners' lineup. Bryan Reynolds stands out with his ability to consistently get on base and drive in runs, making him a player Seattle will need to strategize around carefully. Ke'Bryan Hayes, despite not putting up astronomical numbers, has the potential to be a game-changer with his versatility on the field. Furthermore, pitch control will be crucial for Jake Woodford, who's had a rocky season but shows promise in strikeouts per innings pitched. If he can keep the walks down and handle the pressure, he might just turn a few heads.
Considering the current momentum and the strengths of each team, this game could very well go down to the wire. While the Mariners seem to have a slight pitching edge with Kirby on the mound, the collective batting prowess of the Pirates, especially with home advantage, could balance the scales. As always in baseball, it could be anyone’s game, but the Mariners might just have a slight edge if their key players perform as projected. It'll be a compelling match to watch for sure.
Pittsburgh Pirates injuries
- Joshua Palacios (RF): 10-Day-IL
- Cristofer Melendez (SP): Out
- Nick Gonzales (2B): 10-Day-IL
- Jared Jones (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Jack Brannigan (3B): Day-To-Day
Seattle Mariners injuries
- Alberto Rodriguez (RF): Day-To-Day
- Gregory Santos (RP): 15-Day-IL
- 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 |
Sun 1:35 PM |
| Temperature |
79° |
| Chance of Rain |
19% |
