Cubs and Pirates face off with Imanaga and Skenes starting in Pittsburgh
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 9:40 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
The Chicago Cubs are in Pittsburgh for a game against the Pirates on July 25, 2026. This matchup features Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga, who has a 3.91 ERA this season, against the Pirates' Paul Skenes, who has won his last three starts and holds a 3.43 ERA. In their last encounter, Imanaga pitched remarkably well, throwing six hitless innings, though the Pirates won later in that game. Both teams are looking to secure a win in this ongoing series.
- •Cubs vs. Pirates is part of a three-game series at PNC Park.
- •Shota Imanaga has a season record of 6-8 with a 3.91 ERA.
- •Paul Skenes is looking to extend his winning streak to four games.
- •The last matchup saw Imanaga perform well despite a late Pirates rally.
- 9:40 PMYahoo Sports — Chicago Cubs vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Shota Imanaga vs. Paul Skenes
"The Pirates are at PNC Park looking to grab a win today.
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