The Pittsburgh Pirates play against the Chicago Cubs in an MLB game today. The matchup is scheduled to begin at 5:40 p.m. CT on MLB.TV. Fans can watch this game for free online by using the free trial offered by DIRECTV.
The Pirates enter this matchup with a 53-50 record, and they have lost two of their last three games. In their most recent game, the Pirates lost 2-0 against the New York Yankees.
In order to bounce back today, the Pirates will need a great performance from their star player Brandon Lowe. He leads the team with 21 home runs and 65 RBI this year, which highlights his power at the plate.
The Cubs enter this game with a 57-45 record, and they are coming off a 5-1 loss against the Detroit Tigers.
In order to win the MLB game today, the Cubs will need to rely on their star player Pete Crow-Armstrong. He leads the team with 21 home runs and a .282 batting average this season.
Notably, Crow-Armstrong also leads the team with a .383 on-base percentage this year.
Fans can watch this MLB game for free online by using the five-day free trial offered by DIRECTV.