The Pittsburgh Pirates (61-59) take on the Minnesota Twins (55-63) in the second game of a two-game series. Chris Archer is on the mound, making his third start for the Pirates. The Twins will counter with Jose Berrios.
Here’s some news from today, via MLB.com’s Adam Berry on Twitter
Pirates are still evaluating Jordy Mercer (left calf discomfort) to determine his availability, per Todd Tomczyk.
— Adam Berry (@adamdberry) August 15, 2018
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The Pirates hope to have Chad Kuhl begin a throwing program during their upcoming homestand. The goal is still to have him pitch "meaningful innings in September for the big league club," Tomczyk said.
— Adam Berry (@adamdberry) August 15, 2018
Here are the lineups:
Good Guys
bad guys
It's Berríos vs Archer in the series finale against the Pirates. #MNTwins https://t.co/blyHMrP2Ld pic.twitter.com/E3D3JuaRkY
— Minnesota Twins (@Twins) August 15, 2018
UPDATE: Starling Marte was a late removal from the lineup due to illness.
Starling Marte Update: Starling has been removed from this afternoons starting line-up due to an illness.
— Pittsburgh Pirates (@Pirates) August 15, 2018
