Braxton Ashcraft and Aaron Civale face off in Pirates vs. Athletics matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 12:40 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to face the Oakland Athletics today at Sutter Health Park in Sacramento. Braxton Ashcraft will pitch for the Pirates, looking for his first win in June after two recent outings. Aaron Civale returns to the mound for the A's after an injury hiatus, seeking his first win since May 25. The game will conclude the series between the two teams.
- •Pirates seek to finish series strong against Athletics.
- •Ashcraft has a 5-3 record with a 3.30 ERA this season.
- •Civale is coming back from shoulder tendinitis with a 5-2 record.
- •The game is broadcast on KDKA AM/FM and Sportsnet Pittsburgh.
- •Match scheduled for 9:40 p.m. ET on June 17, 2026.
- 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Athletics: Braxton Ashcraft vs. Aaron Civale
"The Pirates are on the road looking to grab a win today.
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