Royals vs Pirates starting pitchers
- Jared Jones for Pittsburgh Pirates
- Brady Singer for Kansas City Royals
Royals vs Pirates statistics
| Stat |
Royals |
Pirates |
| Hits |
1263 (8th) |
1183 (22nd) |
| Batting Average |
.253 (7th) |
.236 (23rd) |
| Runs Batted In |
684 (6th) |
601 (Tied-20th) |
| Runs |
706 (10th) |
623 (Tied-21st) |
| Home Runs |
166 (17th) |
144 (26th) |
| Walks |
386 (28th) |
444 (17th) |
| Stolen Bases |
126 (10th) |
97 (Tied-16th) |
| Strikeouts |
1040 (29th) |
1367 (6th) |
| Pitches |
20894 (26th) |
21732 (17th) |
Pittsburgh Pirates recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/14/24 |
vs Kansas City Royals |
L |
5-1 |
| 9/13/24 |
vs Kansas City Royals |
L |
8-3 |
| 9/11/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
3-1 |
| 9/10/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
6-4 |
| 9/9/24 |
vs Miami Marlins |
W |
3-2 |
Kansas City Royals recent games
| Game Date |
Opponent |
Result |
Score |
| 9/14/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Pirates |
W |
5-1 |
| 9/13/24 |
@ Pittsburgh Pirates |
W |
8-3 |
| 9/11/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
4-3 F/11 |
| 9/10/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
W |
5-0 |
| 9/9/24 |
@ New York Yankees |
L |
10-4 |
Royals vs Pirates predictions
As the Kansas City Royals gear up for their next clash against the Pittsburgh Pirates, all eyes will be on Bobby Witt Jr. and Salvador Perez who have been key players this season. Witt Jr., with his impressive .333 batting average and 31 homers, is expected to continue his hot streak and potentially add significant runs to the board. Meanwhile, Perez, boasting 102 RBIs, could deliver crucial hits when it counts, especially in clutch situations. With Brady Singer taking the mound, his solid ERA of 3.42 and 153 strikeouts this season suggest he'll be a tough matchup for Pirate batters, keeping the runs to a minimum.
On the flip side, the Pittsburgh Pirates are counting on Bryan Reynolds to wield his bat with the same prowess that's seen him lead with a .282 average and 22 home runs. His ability to get on base and drive in runs could be pivotal. Another player to watch is Oneil Cruz, known for his potent mix of power and speed. His projected performance could spark the Pirates’ offense, potentially swinging momentum in their favor if he connects well. Their pitcher, Jared Jones, with a promising WHIP of 1.11, aims to stifle the Royals' hitters and extend his tally of 115 strikeouts for the year.
Considering the form and firepower of both squads, the Royals might just have the upper edge to conclude this series sweep. Their balanced attack and slightly stronger pitching stats with Singer at the helm could be the deciding factors in a tight game. While the Pirates have the capability to surprise, especially with their home crowd behind them, the consistency and depth of the Royals this season make them the favorites to come out on top in this encounter. So, get ready for a thrilling game where strategy, skill, and a bit of luck will all play their parts in deciding the victor.
Pittsburgh Pirates injuries
- Ben Heller (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Daulton Jefferies (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Henry Davis (C): 10-Day-IL
- Cristofer Melendez (SP): Out
- Ke'Bryan Hayes (3B): 10-Day-IL
Kansas City Royals injuries
- Hunter Harvey (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Will Smith (RP): 15-Day-IL
- Michael Lorenzen (SP): 15-Day-IL
- Josh Taylor (RP): 60-Day-IL
- Chris Stratton (RP): 15-Day-IL
Royals vs Pirates game info
| Venue |
PNC Park |
| Location |
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania |
| First pitch |
Sun 1:35 PM |
| Temperature |
83° |
| Chance of Rain |
0% |
