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Pirates' Lineup Shakeup Sparks Comeback Win Over Giants
5 Aug
Summary
- Pirates make 5 changes to lineup for game against Giants
- Oneil Cruz moves to DH, Suwinski starts in center field
- Rookie pitcher Burrows dominates Giants in previous start
As of August 5, 2025, the Pittsburgh Pirates are preparing for their second game against the San Francisco Giants at PNC Park. The Pirates have made five changes to their lineup, shaking things up in an effort to continue their recent success.
Outfielder Bryan Reynolds returns to right field after missing the past three games, batting third in the lineup. Jack Suwinski, who played the last two games in right field, will now start in center field and bat sixth. This is the sixth time Suwinski has started in center this season.
Oneil Cruz, who has started the last 16 games in center field, will now serve as the designated hitter and bat fourth. This is just the third time Cruz has played as the DH this year.
Veteran outfielder Tommy Pham sticks in left field and bats second, while rookie Jared Triolo takes over at shortstop and bats eighth.
On the mound, the Pirates will send out rookie right-hander Mike Burrows, who faced the Giants in his last start on July 30. Burrows allowed just one earned run over six innings in that outing, picking up the win. He'll look to build on that strong performance as the Pirates aim to secure another victory over the Giants.
