The Pirates have been getting a boost from their minor league system.
Henry Davis and Nick Gonzales stepped up to help the team sweep the Padres in three games in their return home this week. At this point, both are looking like they should be given regular playing time.
Osvaldo Bido takes the mound tonight for the Pirates, after stepping into a rotation depleted by injuries. This is Bido’s fourth start at the MLB level. He’s got a 3.45 ERA in 15.2 innings, with 18 strikeouts and a 1.47 WHIP.
The Brewers rank as one of the worst offenses in baseball this year.