MLB
DET
61-65
Upcoming
8/19 - 12:35 PM EDT
PIT
62-66 Win Probability
29%
71%
Surface Grass
Temp 79°F
Wind 13 mph
Precip 37%
Team Leaders
Pittsburgh Pirates
Batting Average
N. Gonzales
.308
Home Runs
B. Lowe
26
Runs Batted In
B. Lowe
79
Earned Run Average
B. Ashcraft
3.68
Wins
B. Ashcraft
13
Strikeouts
P. Skenes
166
Detroit Tigers
Batting Average
K. McGonigle
.281
Home Runs
D. Dingler
26
Runs Batted In
D. Dingler
82
Earned Run Average
K. Montero
3.30
Wins
K. Montero
9
Strikeouts
F. Valdez
111
Recent Form
Pittsburgh Pirates
W
L
W
L
W
Aug 14
vs BOS
8-4
Aug 15
vs BOS
4-0
Aug 16
vs BOS
8-3
Aug 17
vs DET
8-5
Aug 18
vs DET
4-1
Detroit Tigers
L
L
L
W
L
Aug 14
vs CHW
9-5
Aug 15
vs CHW
4-3
Aug 16
vs CHW
7-5
Aug 17
@ PIT
8-5
Aug 18
@ PIT
4-1
Division Standings
2026 American League Central Standings
| Team | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Chicago
|
65 | 60 | .520 | - | L2 |
Minnesota
|
62 | 65 | .488 | 4 | W2 |
Cleveland
|
61 | 65 | .484 | 4.5 | W1 |
|
Detroit
|
61 | 65 | .484 | 4.5 | L1 |
Kansas City
|
53 | 74 | .417 | 13 | W3 |
2026 National League Central Standings
| Team | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Milwaukee
|
78 | 48 | .619 | - | W3 |
Chicago
|
74 | 53 | .583 | 4.5 | W2 |
St. Louis
|
65 | 62 | .512 | 13.5 | W1 |
|
Pittsburgh
|
62 | 66 | .484 | 17 | W1 |
Cincinnati
|
60 | 66 | .476 | 18 | L1 |
Injured Players
Pittsburgh Pirates
| Player | Status | Est. Return |
|---|---|---|
|
10-Day-IL | 2026-08-28 |
|
60-Day-IL | 2026-09-04 |
|
10-Day-IL | 2026-09-18 |
|
60-Day-IL | 2027-02-01 |
Detroit Tigers
| Player | Status | Est. Return |
|---|---|---|
|
60-Day-IL | 2026-08-20 |
|
7-Day IL | 2026-08-21 |
|
60-Day-IL | 2026-08-21 |
|
10-Day-IL | 2026-08-21 |
|
10-Day-IL | 2026-08-22 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What channel is the Detroit Tigers vs Pittsburgh Pirates game on?
The MLB matchup between the Detroit Tigers and Pittsburgh Pirates will be broadcast on , and available to stream on MLB.TV, Tigers.TV. Check your local listings, as regional blackouts may apply.
What time does the MLB game start?
The Detroit Tigers take on the Pittsburgh Pirates on Scheduled. Start times are shown in your local time zone and may shift slightly for weather or broadcast scheduling.
Where is the game being played?
This MLB game is being played at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. You can find venue details, surface type, and live weather conditions in the matchup info section above.
Who is favored to win, Detroit Tigers or Pittsburgh Pirates?
Based on ESPN's Matchup Predictor, the Pittsburgh Pirates are favored with a 71% win probability. This is a statistical projection based on team performance, recent form, and matchup history, not a guaranteed outcome.
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