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Skenes vs. Dobnak: Pirates Host Royals

18 Sep

Summary

Paul Skenes starts for Pittsburgh, aiming to improve their season record.
Randy Dobnak is the expected starter for Kansas City's struggling team.
The Pirates are favored to win against the Royals at PNC Park.

The Pittsburgh Pirates are scheduled to host the Kansas City Royals for a three-game series opener at PNC Park on Friday. First pitch is set for 6:40 p.m. ET. Paul Skenes, with a 10-11 record and a 3.78 ERA, will take the mound for the Pirates, who hold a 76-77 season record and sit third in the NL Central standings.

Expected to start for the Royals is Randy Dobnak, who has a 3-4 record and a 2.73 ERA. The Royals have a less favorable 67-86 season record, placing them fifth in the AL Central. Betting odds indicate the Pirates are the favorites in this interleague matchup, with a moneyline of -189.

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