Pittsburgh Pirates face Athletics with Mitch Keller starting on June 16
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 12:40 AM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026
The Pittsburgh Pirates are facing the Oakland Athletics on June 16, 2026, in Sacramento, California. Mitch Keller starts for the Pirates, seeking his first victory since May 24. The Athletics will send Jack Perkins to the mound for only his third start of the season, following mixed results in previous outings. Both teams are competing for a wild card spot, making this matchup significant as they aim for a playoff position. The game will be broadcast on KDKA AM/FM and Sportsnet Pittsburgh.
- •Mitch Keller has a 5-4 record with a 5.14 ERA this season.
- •Jack Perkins has a 2-3 record with a 6.25 ERA.
- •The matchup is the second of a three-game series.
- •Keller is looking to improve after several tough starts.
- •Perkins shows potential for improvement after recent starts.
- 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Athletics: Mitch Keller vs. Jack Perkins
"The Pirates are on the road looking to grab a win today.
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