The Chicago White Sox and Pittsburgh Pirates continue their three-game interleague series on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 PM ET, with coverage on ESPN, NBC Sports Chicago, and AT&T SportsNet Pittsburgh. After a dominant 10–1 win by the White Sox in the opener, both teams look to shift momentum in a battle between two rebuilding franchises.
Starting Pitchers – White Sox vs. Pirates Matchup
| Team | Pitcher | Record | ERA | WHIP | Strikeouts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago White Sox | Adrian Houser (RHP) | 5–2 | 1.56 | 1.13 | 47 |
| Pittsburgh Pirates | Mike Burrows (RHP) | 1–3 | 4.83 | 1.46 | 24 |
- Adrian Houser has been sensational since joining the White Sox rotation in May, posting the third-lowest ERA among MLB starters with 9+ starts.
- Mike Burrows has struggled with command, allowing 6 earned runs in his last outing, but has shown flashes of potential at home.
Team Form & Key Stats
| Team | Record | Last 10 Games | Home/Away Split | Team ERA | Batting Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White Sox | 33–65 | 4–6 | 12–36 (Away) | 4.12 | .221 |
| Pirates | 39–59 | 1–9 | 26–22 (Home) | 3.80 | .229 |
- The White Sox have won 7 of their last 8 night games against teams with losing records.
- The Pirates have lost 9 of their last 10 games, including a blowout loss in Game 1.
Top Performers to Watch
Chicago White Sox
- Luis Robert Jr.: Homered in back-to-back games vs. NL opponents; 16 HR on the season
- Miguel Vargas: Leads team with 10 HR and 35 RBI
- Lenyn Sosa: 3 HR and 8 RBI over last 10 games
- Michael A. Taylor: 3 RBIs in Game 1, including a bases-clearing double
Pittsburgh Pirates
- Oneil Cruz: 2-for-3 with an RBI in Game 1; 16 HR and 30 stolen bases
- Tommy Pham: 11-for-34 with 2 HR over last 10 games
- Bryan Reynolds: 14-game home hit streak vs. AL Central opponents
Game Day Highlights
- Series Tiebreaker: All-time series tied 24–24; winner takes bragging rights
- Trade Deadline Watch: Both teams expected to be active sellers before August 1
- Weather: 79°F, 32% chance of rain – mild conditions for hitters
Game Odds
Chicago White Sox 8.5
Pittsburgh Pirates – 138
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odd Direct as of Friday, July 18, 2025
