Chicago White Sox
Pittsburgh Pirates
On July 18, 2025, at PNC Park, the Pittsburgh Pirates will face off against the Chicago White Sox, kicking off a pivotal series between two struggling teams. Both the Pirates and White Sox have had disappointing seasons; Pittsburgh holds a record of 38-58, while Chicago sits at 32-64. With each team unlikely to contend for the postseason, this matchup will nonetheless provide an opportunity for both to build some momentum.
Pittsburgh’s best hitter has been a bright spot in an otherwise bleak season. Over the past week, he has played in 6 games, racking up 8 hits, including 1 home run, with an impressive .444 batting average and a 1.222 OPS. The White Sox’s top hitter, however, has only managed 1 home run in his last 5 games and carries a .267 batting average with a .820 OPS. This offensive disparity could give the Pirates an edge heading into the game.
As for pitching, the Pirates are set to start a pitcher who has struggled recently, while the White Sox will counter with their own inconsistent arm. With both teams vying for any semblance of consistency, the starting pitchers could play a crucial role in determining the outcome. The projections for this game suggest that the Pirates may have a slight advantage, especially with the White Sox’s overall struggles and the Pirates having the home field advantage in this interleague matchup.
This game marks the first meeting of the season between these two teams, adding an extra layer of intrigue to an already interesting contest. In this matchup of underperforming squads, both teams will be looking to turn their seasons around and produce a winning performance.