​PITTSBURGH — The Pirates’ Friday night showdown with their division rival Brewers has been postponed due to forecasted bad weather. The teams will make up the game as part of a doubleheader on Saturday, with the first pitch set for 12:05 p.m. ET and the second game slated to begin at 4:05 p.m. ET, or one hour after the final out of the first game. Braxton Ashcraft, who was originally scheduled to start Friday night, will take the mound for the first game, followed by Bubba Chandler for the nightcap.
Earlier in the evening, an announcement over the PNC Park loudspeakers suggested a 6:50 p.m. ET start after a brief 10-minute delay. However, persistent rain and additional forecasted inclement weather forced the decision to postpone the game to Saturday and proceed with a doubleheader instead. The timing of the doubleheader was designed to accommodate the weather outlook while giving both teams a chance to complete the series.
This three-game set between the Pirates and Brewers marks the final series before the All-Star Break. Milwaukee currently leads the National League Central with a 59-34 record, placing them atop the division. Pittsburgh sits in fourth place in the same standings with a 47-47 record, reflecting a season with both competitive highlights and tough stretches as they approach the midseason pause.
The postponement and the subsequent doubleheader reshape the weekend schedule for both clubs, providing an opportunity for each team to regroup, adjust pitching plans, and pursue crucial wins as they head into the All-Star break. Fans planning to attend should stay tuned to official team channels for any updates to starting times, ticket policies, and possible rain-related changes. The Pirates, Brewers, and MLB affiliates will work to ensure the prospects of the doubleheader are clearly communicated and executed as scheduled.
For additional context and ongoing coverage, readers can refer to Pittsburgh Baseball Now’s reporting on the postponed game, the doubleheader arrangement, and the broader implications for both teams as they navigate the end of the first half of the season. This postponement underscores the impact of weather on professional baseball schedules and the league’s flexibility in delivering competitive baseball while prioritizing player safety.
— Pirates vs. Brewers Postponed, Doubleheader Scheduled —
Source: Pittsburgh Baseball Now