Mets seek to extend winning streak against Pirates at PNC Park
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
The New York Mets face the Pittsburgh Pirates at PNC Park on August 7. The Mets have not lost since the trade deadline, scoring 25 runs in three games, while the Pirates have struggled, losing three of four against the Milwaukee Brewers. Mets pitcher Zac Thornton, with a 2.88 ERA, is set to face Pirates' Carmen Mlodzinski, who has a 3.15 ERA but may be limited in innings as a recent bullpen addition. This matchup follows significant roster changes for both teams, impacting their playoff aspirations.
- •Mets are 50-66, Pirates are 57-60 as of August 7.
- •Mets have scored 25 runs in three games since the trade deadline.
- •Pirates acquired four bullpen arms, including Luke Weaver from the Mets.
- •Thornton holds a 2.88 ERA with 24 strikeouts this season.
- •Mlodzinski, primarily a reliever, has a 3.15 ERA but limited pitch count.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — The Mets hope to ride the three rivers to victory against the Pirates
"The Mets try to keep their post-deadline roll going.
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