Pirates adjust lineup ahead of second game against Cardinals
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 8:06 PM
Last updated Sep 23, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates will face the St. Louis Cardinals for the second game of their series on September 23. Following a 2-0 win on September 22, the Pirates have shifted Rafael Flores Jr. to the second spot in the batting order, while Konnor Griffin remains the leadoff hitter. Jared Jones was pivotal in the previous game, allowing only one hit over seven innings. The Pirates' lineup features Bryan Reynolds and Brandon Lowe in key middle positions, while Oneil Cruz will start on the bench. The game is scheduled for a 6:40 p.m. start at PNC Park.
- •Pirates won the first game 2-0 against the Cardinals.
- •Rafael Flores Jr. moves to second in the batting order.
- •Jared Jones had a strong pitching performance with nine strikeouts.
- •Game two will start at 6:40 p.m. on September 23.
- •Oneil Cruz is on the bench for this matchup.
- 8:06 PMYahoo Sports — Pirates Tweak Top of Lineup for Second Game of NL Central Series vs. Cardinals
"Konnor Griffin remains in the leadoff spot, but Rafael Flores Jr. has been moved up from fifth to second.
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