A matchup between the Pittsburgh Pirates and Milwaukee Brewers highlights their three-game series starting April 24, 2026. The game will take place at American Family Field at 7:40 p.m. ET. Both teams face significant injuries that impact their lineups.
Paul Skenes will start for the Pirates. He holds a record of 3-1 with an ERA of 3.27. The reigning National League Cy Young winner aims to continue his strong performance after a rough start to the season.
Brandon Woodruff is expected to start for the Brewers. He has a record of 2-0 and an ERA of 3.42. Woodruff has been effective against the Pirates, boasting a career ERA of 3.05 over 97 ⅓ innings.
The Pirates currently sit at 14-11, placing them fourth in the NL Central. The Brewers are slightly behind with a record of 13-11, putting them fifth in the same division.
In terms of offensive production, Oneil Cruz leads the Pirates with eight home runs this season, ranking fifth in MLB. Meanwhile, Brice Turang contributes significantly for the Brewers, slashing .280/.412/.512 with four home runs.
Injury reports indicate multiple players are on the injured list for both teams. Christian Yelich and Jared Triolo are among those affected, which adds pressure on both lineups to perform under these circumstances.
The betting odds suggest a low-scoring game is likely, with predictions favoring under seven runs. This reflects the challenges both teams face due to their injuries.
Fans can watch the game on Brewers.TV and SportsNet PT. As both teams look to gain momentum in this early season matchup, every game counts in their quest for playoff positioning.
