The Seattle Mariners are scheduled to compete against the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on August 18, 2024, with the first pitch at 1:35 PM. The forecast suggests light rain for the matchup.

George Kirby, holding a 3.422 ERA, will start on the mound for the Mariners. The starting pitcher for the Pirates has not yet been announced.

In the AL West’s current standings, Seattle ranks 8th with a 63-59 record, reflecting a 0.52 winning percentage. They are 2nd in the division with a 19-13 record, showcasing 4 wins in their last 10 games but are currently enduring a 3-game losing streak. The Mariners have recorded 37 home wins and 26 road wins. During daytime games, they’ve earned 21 victories contrasted with 42 in night games. The team has scored 481 runs and conceded 457.

Conversely, the Pittsburgh Pirates are positioned 12th in the NL Central Division, holding a 56-64 record which translates to a 0.47 winning percentage. They are 5th in the division, having won 17 division games and lost 15. The Pirates have faced challenges recently, with 10 successive losses and no wins in their last 10 games. Their home record stands at 27-31, and on the road, they are 29-33. The team has an evenly split record in day and night games with 28 wins each. Offensively, they have managed 496 runs while allowing 527 runs.