Two squads on losing skids — the Pittsburgh Pirates (four in a row) and the New York Mets (two in a row) — meet on Monday at 12:35 PM ET, at PNC Park.
The Pirates play as a home underdog (+171) versus the Mets (-203). The New York Mets will give the start to Taijuan Walker (10-3, 3.45 ERA), who is looking for win No. 11 on the season, and the Pirates will counter with Mitch Keller (4-10, 4.43 ERA).
Yesterday, the Pirates lost to the Blue Jays 4-3. Duane Underwood Jr. was the losing pitcher after throwing one inning, giving up one earned run on four hits. Oneil Cruz led the Pirates’ offense, going 1-for-4 with a home run and an RBI.
Here is everything you need to get ready for Monday’s Mets vs. Pirates contest, including viewing options.