The Pittsburgh Pirates are hosting the Kansas City Royals in the season finale for a three-game set at PNC Park.
The Royals are handing the ball off to 14-year veteran Michael Wacha, who became an All-Star for just the second time in his career and for the first time since 2015 this season with the St. Louis Cardinals. This is his 31st start of the year for Kansas City.
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In his last start, against the Houston Astros on September 15, he went six innings, gave up four hits and four runs, and had a 3.34 ERA in a 4-2 loss at Daikin Park. This marks Wacha’s 20th appearance against the Pirates throughout his career. In his career, he is 8-3 with a 3.59 ERA against the Bucs.
The Pirates are handing the ball off to Lake Bachar, who was the opener in Tuesday’s loss against the Milwaukee Brewers. Bachar pitched two innings, giving up three hits and one earned run in a 5-1 loss to the NL Central leader. With Bachar getting the start, the Pirates will utilize their bullpen to get them through today’s game.
With just a week left in the season, many players have a lot to prove as the organization evaluates everybody going into the offseason.
Location: PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA
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Broadcast: KDKA AM/FM, Sportsnet Pittsburgh
Pitching Matchup: Michael Wacha (9-9, 3.34 ERA) vs. Lake Bachar (1-4, 3.54 ERA)
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