Dodgers face Pirates with Yoshinobu Yamamoto starting today
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 1:37 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to play the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 21, 2026, as they aim to extend a recent three-game winning streak. Kyle Tucker, who is under pressure to break out of a slump, is included in the lineup. The Dodgers will rely on starter Yoshinobu Yamamoto, who looks to capitalize on his home-field advantage after recovering from an illness. The matchup features Dodgers facing right-hander Bubba Chandler, known for his strong strikeout numbers but inconsistency.
- •Game scheduled for August 21, 2026, at home for the Dodgers.
- •Dodgers' lineup includes Tucker in hopes of ending his slump.
- •Yamamoto takes the mound, aiming for strong performance after illness.
- •Pirates oppose with right-hander Bubba Chandler starting for them.
- •Both teams are monitoring playoff implications as the season nears its end.
- 1:37 AMYahoo Sports — Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Kyle Tucker News Before Pirates Series
- 11:20 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Lineup vs. Pirates: Kyle Tucker In, Yoshinobu Yamamoto Starts
"After sweeping the Colorado Rockies in their last series, the Los Angeles Dodgers will be looking to build on their momentum against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday.While the Dodgers have been hot lately, they are still making some changes to their lineup for their series opener against the Pirates. This includes with outfielder Kyle Tucker.Kyle […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Kyle Tucker News Before Pirates Series appeared first on HEAVY.
"The Dodgers are opening up a tricky series against the Pirates on Friday, as they look to build on a sudden three-game winning streak.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 22, 2026, 1:37 AMLos Angeles Dodgers Announce Kyle Tucker News Before Pirates Series
After sweeping the Colorado Rockies in their last series, the Los Angeles Dodgers will be looking to build on their momentum against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday.While the Dodgers have been hot lately, they are still making some changes to their lineup for their series opener against the Pirates. This includes with outfielder Kyle Tucker.Kyle […] The post Los Angeles Dodgers Announce Kyle Tucker News Before Pirates Series appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsAug 21, 2026, 11:20 PMDodgers Lineup vs. Pirates: Kyle Tucker In, Yoshinobu Yamamoto Starts
The Dodgers are opening up a tricky series against the Pirates on Friday, as they look to build on a sudden three-game winning streak.
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