Pitchers Kyle Harrison and Paul Skenes face off in Brewers vs Pirates

The Milwaukee Brewers take on the Pittsburgh Pirates in the third game of their four-game series on August 5, 2026. Kyle Harrison makes his return to the Brewers' rotation after a stint on the injured list, while Paul Skenes starts for the Pirates. Skenes has a 3.90 ERA this season, a drop from his previous years' performance. The Brewers face a challenge as they are missing lefty Jake Bauers due to abdominal soreness. The matchup features several left-handed hitters aimed at exploiting Skenes's weaknesses against lefties.

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