Despite not being a native of San Diego, Jameson Taillon (5-6, 3.96) heads to the mound in an attempt to take two of three from the Padres. He’ll be faced by right-hander Tyson Ross (5-5, 3.32)
The 31 year old Ross has faced the Pirates once this year, allowing a pair of runs in six innings on May 12 at PNC Park, as the Padres won 3-2. He’s been especially tought on right-handed batters this year, allowing only a 155/244/270 batting line, compared to 287/359/455 by opposing lefties. Ross’ fastball is down to 90.4 mph, but his season averages of 3.