Red Sox set to face Pirates with Weissert returning on August 14
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 11:43 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

The Boston Red Sox prepare to take on the Pittsburgh Pirates on August 14. Greg Weissert's return marks a positive turn for the Red Sox, who recently secured a win against the Blue Jays. The matchup will feature Jake Bennett starting for the Red Sox against the Pirates' Bubba Chandler. Both teams are seeking to capitalize on their pitcher's performance, with Skenes' recent struggles noted as a potential advantage for Boston as they enter the series.
- •Red Sox beat the Blue Jays prior to the series opener.
- •Jake Bennett has a 3.17 ERA this season.
- •Bubba Chandler's ERA improved from 5.05 to 4.26 since June.
- •Paul Skenes has faced challenges but retains a strong strikeout rate.
- •The series opens on August 14 at 6:40 PM ET.
- 11:43 AMYahoo Sports — With Greg Weissert back, Red Sox look forward to facing Pirates, shaky Paul Skenes
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