Martín Pérez starts for Braves against surprising Pirates tonight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 6:15 PM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
The Atlanta Braves host the Pittsburgh Pirates at Truist Park on June 5, with Martín Pérez on the mound. Pérez holds a 2.79 ERA this season, though signs of potential regression exist as he's facing an offense that ranks fourth in MLB for runs scored. The Braves, looking to carry momentum from their recent series win against the Blue Jays, have seen success against Pirates starter Mitch Keller. Keller enters with a 4.35 ERA and an xERA of 4.36. First pitch is scheduled for 7:15 PM EDT.
- •Game time is set for 7:15 PM EDT at Truist Park.
- •Pérez has only faced six current Pirates hitters in his career.
- •The Braves aim to exploit the Pirates' bullpen with a 4.29 ERA.
- •Keller's ERA and xERA indicate consistent performance this season.
- •Braves players like Ronald Acuña have had previous success against Keller.
- 6:15 PMYahoo Sports — Martín Pérez takes the mound for the Braves against the Pirates
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