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Brewers aim for series win as Dustin May makes debut against Pirates

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 8:49 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Brewers aim for series win as Dustin May makes debut against Pirates

Summary

The Milwaukee Brewers host the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 6 at American Family Field. The Brewers, leading the series 2-1, seek a third consecutive victory after registering wins of 4-2 in their last two games. Newly acquired pitcher Dustin May, who joins after a stint with the Cardinals, will make his debut against Pirates pitcher Braxton Ashcraft. May's previous outings against the Pirates this season saw him give up six runs over 11 1/3 innings. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 p.m.

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Status Watch

•Brewers lead the series against Pirates 2-1.
•Dustin May makes his debut for Milwaukee today.
•Braxton Ashcraft starts for Pittsburgh.
•Game begins at 1:10 p.m. on Brewers TV and the Brewers Radio Network.
•Brewers look to continue strong pitching and hitting.

Latest Updates

8:49 PMYahoo Sports — Dustin May wins Milwaukee debut, Chourio and Sánchez homer as Brewers beat Pirates 5-2
4:17 PMYahoo Sports — Game Discussion: Milwaukee Brewers (71-43) vs. Pittsburgh Pirates (57-59)

What they're saying

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Dustin May won his Milwaukee debut and Jackson Chourio and Gary Sánchez hit home runs as the Brewers defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-2 on Thursday afternoon. After losing the opener, the Brewers (72-43) won the final three games in the series. The Brewers jumped out early on Chourio’s 15th homer of the season, a solo shot off Braxton Ashcraft (11-5) with one out in the first.
— Yahoo Sportsby RICH ROVITO