The Pittsburgh Pirates (18-25) are on the west coast for a three-game series against the San Diego Padres (28-16), starting tonight at 9:40 PM. The Pirates will send out Jose Quintana (1-2, 2.43) for his ninth start of the season. He will be opposed on the mound by lefty pitcher Sean Manaea (2-3, 4.04), who will also be making his ninth start. He has a 1.12 WHIP and 55 strikeouts in 49 innings.
If you missed it from last night, Yoshi Tsutsugo was placed on the injured list. Tucupita Marcano was recalled to take his place.