On Tuesday, the Pittsburgh Pirates (6-4) are hosting the Houston Astros (5-6), at 6:35 PM ET, in the second game of a three-game series.
The Astros are a favorite (-176) at the Pirates (+151). The scheduled starters are Cristian Javier (1-0) for the Houston Astros, and Mitch Keller (1-0) for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The Astros beat the Pirates 8-2 yesterday, with Framber Valdez getting the win (7.0 IP, 2 R, 3 H, 5 K) and Yordan Alvarez leading the way offensively (going 3-for-4 with a double and two RBI). Roansy Contreras (3.1 IP, 7 R, 9 H, 3 K) took the loss for the Pirates.
Ahead of watching this Astros vs. Pirates matchup, here is everything you need to know about Tuesday’s action on the diamond, including viewing options.