To sweep or not to sweep, that is the question? After losing something like eight straight series, the Pirates, behind Joe Musgrove are poised to take all three in a weekend with the Reds, who counter with right-hander Anthony DeSclafani.
The 28 year old DeSclafani is in his third season with the Reds after debuting with the Marlins in 2014. After turning in a 4.05 ERA in 31 starts for Cincinnati in 2015, he’s had trouble staying on the field since. His 2016 season didn’t start until June 11 after straining his right oblique. After a fine 20 starts with a 3.