Cincinnati Reds vs. Pittsburgh Pirates Game Delayed On Friday
Sports Illustrated • • sports
Key Points:
- The Reds' game against the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday will be delayed due to weather, with the first pitch now scheduled for approximately 8:15 ET.
- Brady Singer will pitch for the Reds; despite a strong recent performance, he has struggled historically against the Pirates, holding a 2-4 record and a 6.37 ERA in six career starts against them.
- The Reds lead the NL Central with a 20-11 record, marking their second-best record in MLB and the ninth time since 1969 they enter May atop their division.
- Cincinnati has been strong in close games this season, holding a 12-0 record in games decided by two runs or fewer, tying a Major League record for such a streak to start a season.
- Additional team stats include a 12-4 night game record, 13-1 when scoring first, and 16-5 when error-free, highlighting their consistent performance this season.
