Mets prepare for Pirates clash as Stock takes the mound
Robert Stock looks to build on strong debut against Miami while rookie A.J. Ewing maintains momentum
The New York Mets are set to face the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second game of a three-match road series on Saturday, 8 August 2026. The contest is scheduled for a 6:40 p.m. local first pitch and will be broadcast on SNY (SportsNet New York).
The Mets arrive at the venue carrying a four-game winning streak, seeking to extend their recent positive momentum. Veteran pitcher Robert Stock, a 36-year-old journeyman, has been named the starting pitcher for New York.
Stock’s selection follows a solid debut for the season on 2 August against the Miami Marlins. In that appearance, he pitched five full innings, allowing just one earned run on three hits. He recorded four strikeouts and issued no walks during that outing.
On the offensive side, rookie outfielder A.J. Ewing has provided a boost to the lineup. Following a strong performance in the series opener on Friday night, where he reached base in four of his five plate appearances, Ewing’s season OPS has risen to .743.
The Pirates’ starting pitcher has not been identified in available reports. The full lineups for both teams remain redacted in the source material.
Viewers in the New York regional territory can access the broadcast through SNY as part of their cable or streaming package. Alternatively, fans can purchase an in-market SNY subscription package via MLB or Amazon.
For those outside the regional blackout zone, the game may be available through MLB.tv, subject to standard blackout restrictions. In-market viewers can also stream the game via the MLB App using their provider credentials.
To watch on the MLB App, users must download the application and log in with their MLB.com credentials. Once logged in, the game can be accessed via the "Watch" tab under the "Games" sub-tab.
Computer users can access the stream by logging into MLB.com with their provider credentials and linking them to an MLB.com account. The game feed is then available in the Multimedia Center.
The match represents a key point in the Mets' current schedule as they continue their road trip against Pittsburgh.
