PITTSBURGH – The Seattle Mariners continue their East Coast trip Wednesday night when they face the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park, with Bryce Woo scheduled to start for Seattle against Brandon Ashcraft for Pittsburgh. First pitch is set for 7:05 p.m. ET.
Seattle enters at 41–39, looking to build momentum after an uneven stretch in June. Pittsburgh, at 39–40, is trying to climb back above .500 and stay in the NL Wild Card picture.
Venue
PNC Park — Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
First pitch: 7:05 p.m. ET
Surface: Natural grass
Dimensions: 325–399–320 (favors left‑handed pull hitters)
Weather
- Temperature: 77°F
- Wind: 8 mph blowing out to right
- Humidity: 66%
- Chance of rain: 10%
Mild conditions with a slight breeze favor left‑handed power and gap hitters.
Probable Pitchers
Seattle: RHP Bryce Woo
Woo has been one of Seattle’s most promising young arms, featuring a mid‑90s fastball and a sharp slider. He has allowed two runs or fewer in four of his last six starts and has shown improved command in June. His challenge will be navigating Pittsburgh’s right‑handed power.
Pittsburgh: RHP Brandon Ashcraft
Ashcraft brings a heavy sinker and cutter combination, generating ground balls at one of the highest rates in the NL. He has been more effective at home, where his ERA sits below 3.50. However, he has struggled at times with left‑handed hitters and high‑OBP lineups.
Injury Report
Seattle Mariners
- Julio Rodríguez — ACTIVE
- Cal Raleigh — ACTIVE
- J.P. Crawford — ACTIVE
- George Kirby — OUT (shoulder)
- Ty France — OUT (wrist)
Pittsburgh Pirates
- Oneil Cruz — ACTIVE
- Bryan Reynolds — ACTIVE
- Ke’Bryan Hayes — ACTIVE
- Quinn Priester — OUT (elbow)
- Henry Davis — OUT (hand)
Team Records & Recent Form
Seattle Mariners (41–39)
- Last 10: 5–5
- Trend: Pitching steady; offense inconsistent
- Strength: Rotation depth, bullpen reliability
- Weakness: Strikeout‑heavy lineup
Pittsburgh Pirates (39–40)
- Last 10: 6–4
- Trend: Offense improving; pitching stabilizing
- Strength: Middle‑order power, home‑field performance
- Weakness: Bullpen volatility, defensive lapses
Key Player Matchups
Julio Rodríguez (SEA) vs Brandon Ashcraft (PIT)
Rodríguez’s ability to hit sinkers and drive the ball to right‑center makes him Seattle’s most dangerous bat. Ashcraft must keep the ball down to avoid damage.
Oneil Cruz (PIT) vs Bryce Woo (SEA)
Cruz’s elite bat speed and ability to crush high velocity make him Pittsburgh’s best chance at early offense. Woo’s slider away will be the key pitch.
Cal Raleigh (SEA) vs Pirates Bullpen
Raleigh’s power from both sides of the plate gives Seattle a major advantage late in games against a relief corps that has struggled with home runs.
Series History
- Season series: First meeting of 2026
- At PNC Park: Mariners have won 4 of last 6
- Recent trend: Seattle has outscored Pittsburgh 26–18 across their last five matchups
Betting Trends
Seattle Mariners
- 4–6 in last 10 road games
- Under has hit in 6 of last 9
- 5–2 in Woo’s last seven starts
Pittsburgh Pirates
- 6–3 in last nine home games
- Over has hit in 5 of last 7
- 4–1 in Ashcraft’s last five starts
Game Odds
Seattle Mariners 7.5
Pittsburgh Pirates – 111
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, June 23, 2026
