The Milwaukee Brewers are scheduled to face the Pittsburgh Pirates in a critical matchup as they aim to break a losing streak. The game will take place in Milwaukee on Sunday at 2:10 p.m. EDT.
Matchup Overview
The Brewers currently hold a record of 13-13, placing them fifth in the NL Central, while the Pirates stand at 16-11, sitting in third place in the same division. This will be the third encounter between the two teams this season.
Pitching Predictions
- Pittsburgh Pirates: Carmen Mlodzinski (1-1, 3.28 ERA, 1.42 WHIP, 26 strikeouts)
- Milwaukee Brewers: Kyle Harrison (1-1, 3.06 ERA, 1.30 WHIP, 18 strikeouts)
Recent Performance
The Brewers are looking to turn around their fortunes after suffering four consecutive defeats. They have a home record of 7-7 and a notable 9-2 record in games where they out-hit their opponents.
On the other hand, the Pirates boast an 8-6 record in away games and have achieved the second-best team ERA in the National League at 3.30.
Player Highlights
- Jake Bauers: Notable for two doubles, five home runs, and 15 RBIs for the Brewers.
- Gary Sanchez: Hitting 8 for 35 with two doubles, a triple, and two home runs over his last 10 games.
- Ryan O’Hearn: Leads the Pirates with a .330 batting average and 16 RBIs, plus four doubles and four home runs.
- Nick Gonzales: Impressive performance with 14 hits in 37 at-bats and five RBIs during the last 10 games.
Team Statistics
| Team | Record | Last 10 Games | Batting Average | Team ERA | Run Differential |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brewers | 13-13 | 5-5 | .215 | 3.33 | Even |
| Pirates | 16-11 | 6-4 | .244 | 3.06 | +11 |
Injury Report
The Brewers are dealing with several injuries, including key players on the IL:
- Jared Koenig: 15-Day IL (elbow)
- Craig Yoho: 15-Day IL (calf)
- Jackson Chourio: 10-Day IL (hand)
- Rob Zastryzny: 60-Day IL (shoulder)
- Akil Baddoo: 60-Day IL (quadricep)
- Quinn Priester: 15-Day IL (wrist)
- Andrew Vaughn: 10-Day IL (hand)
- Christian Yelich: 10-Day IL (groin)
The Pirates also have injuries affecting their lineup:
- Jared Triolo: 10-Day IL (knee)
- Jared Jones: 60-Day IL (elbow)
Both teams will aim for a vital victory as they continue to navigate the competitive landscape of the NL Central.
