Pirates face Cardinals and Blue Jays as Skenes prepares for Saturday start
Following a sweep by Philadelphia, Pittsburgh travels to St Louis before heading north to Toronto, with Paul Skenes slated to take the mound on Saturday.
The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to resume their 2026 campaign this week, beginning with a three-game series against the St Louis Cardinals in St Louis. The team arrives in Missouri looking to rebound after being swept by the Philadelphia Phillies, while also seeking to avenge a series loss to the Cardinals last month.
Following the contest against St Louis, the Pirates will cross the border to face the Toronto Blue Jays over the weekend. Pitcher Paul Skenes is expected to start for Pittsburgh on Saturday afternoon during the series against the Canadian club.
According to details originally published by SportsNet Pittsburgh, local broadcast coverage for the upcoming games will be provided on SportsNet Pittsburgh. Fans seeking alternative viewing methods can access the games via the SNP 360 platform or through the fubo streaming service.
Fubo is currently offering a free trial for new subscribers, allowing users to access the service before committing to a paid plan. The platform provides access to live television and sports channels, including ESPN, ABC, CBS, and Fox, though participation is limited to specific plans and regional availability may vary.
The schedule details cover the Pirates' fixtures through the end of May. The team must navigate these immediate challenges after the recent setbacks against Philadelphia and St Louis, with the upcoming weekend series against Toronto presenting a key opportunity to regain momentum.
