US EditionPirates and Giants square off in series rubber match
ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA, AUG 6 – The Pirates aim to rebound from recent losses while Giants seek to extend momentum in a series where Pittsburgh leads 4-1, with Robbie Ray pitching for San Francisco.
- On Wednesday at 12:35 p.m. EDT, the Pittsburgh Pirates host the San Francisco Giants at PNC Park with the outcome deciding the three-game series.
- The Pittsburgh Pirates were outmatched by the San Francisco Giants at PNC Park on Monday night and were defeated 8-1; the Pirates then defeated the Giants 8-1 on Tuesday, their first in five meetings this season.
- Robbie Ray, left-hander for the San Francisco Giants, enters with a 9-5 record, a 2.85 ERA, and struck out six over seven innings against the Mets on Friday.
- Amid efforts to gain an edge, the Pittsburgh Pirates benched center fielder Oneil Cruz, who ranks second in the league with 34 steals, ahead of the rubber match.
- A win would push the Giants above.500 after winning three of their past five, boosting season momentum in a high-stakes series.
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SF Giants take series from Pirates as Encarnacion homers, leaves with injury
PITTSBURGH — Jerar Encarnacion cannot catch a break. As the Giants beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-2 on Wednesday afternoon at PNC Park, Encarnacion hit his second home run in as many games but left the game later with an apparent leg injury when trying to beat out an infield single. After being swept by both the Pirates and New York Mets during their last homestand, the Giants (58-57) responded by taking two of three from both teams during their …
Pirates fall to the Giants for the first time this season/on WISR early this afternoon - ButlerRadio.com - Butler, PA
The San Francisco Giants defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 8-1 last night at PNC Park. Rookie pitcher Mike Burrows gave up three home runs in his start. He allowed six earned runs over 4-2/3rd innings. His record fell to 1-4. It was the first win for the Giants in five games against the Pirates this season. All nine batters in the San Francisco lineup had hits. The Pirates had seven hits, but struck out 13 times. Bryan Reynolds and Jack Suwinski h…
Marietta Daily Journal
Clayton NewsRobbie Ray, Giants ride momentum into matchup with Pirates
San Francisco's Robbie Ray will oppose Pittsburgh's Andrew Heaney in a matchup of veteran lefties on Wednesday afternoon when the Giants and the host Pirates play the rubber match of a three-game series.
Giants Bulletin: What to make of the post deadline Giants
Jul 6, 2025; West Sacramento, California, USA; San Francisco Giants pitcher Camilo Doval (75) throws a pitch during the ninth inning against the Athletics at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-Imagn Images If you don’t quite know how to feel about the Giants chances of contention as the team flies home from Pittsburgh on Wednesday afternoon, you’re not alone. It’s complicated, to say the least. A week ago, the Giants essentiall…
Pirates bench Oneil Cruz against Giants as team seeks strategic advantage in San Francisco matchup
Pirates Tweak Lineup with Oneil Cruz on the Bench In a strategic move ahead of their matchup against the San Francisco Giants, the Pittsburgh Pirates have decided to bench center fielder Oneil Cruz. This decision comes as the team aims to gain a competitive edge in a critical series. Cruz, known for his explosive talent and game-changing potential, has been a focal point in the Pirates’ lineup this season. However, the coaching staff has opted f…
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