The Pirates have lost six straight games. With a record of 2-9 on the season, they are currently the worst team in Major League Baseball.
Some roster news: Nick Burdi was placed on the 45-man IL as it was reported that his elbow “just didn’t feel right”. The team is still gathering more information on the injury. Utility man JT Riddle was added to the active roster.
Trevor Williams will take the bump for the Pirates. In his first two starts, he has given up a total of five earned runs over 8.