PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have had great performances and awful outings during this recent homestand at PNC Park. They suffered a sweep vs. the Chicago White Sox, July 18-20, the first series right after the All-Star break, then swept the Detroit Tigers, July 21-23, making it three wins and three losses so far during this homestand.

Rookie right-hander Troy Melton gave up a grand slam in the 2nd inning as the Tigers lost to the Bucs, 6-1, for a 3-game sweep.

Following an 8-5 loss on Tuesday night, the Tigers’ lead atop the American League Central is down to nine games. Pittsburgh still sits at the bottom of the National League Central. Time: 12:35 p.m. ET

Detroit Tigers prospect Troy Melton shared his feelings after making his MLB debut against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Preview the July 23 matchup between the Detroit Tigers and Pittsburgh Pirates with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

The Tigers’ annual series vs. the Pirates is a matchup of the two franchises that Hall of Famer Jim Leyland managed the longest, which means a chance for Detroit and Pittsburgh fans to both show appreciation for their legendary skipper.

Spencer Horwitz, Bryan Reynolds and Tommy Pham each had three hits and two RBIs, and the Pittsburgh Pirates hit eight doubles in an 8-5 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.

Right-hander Troy Melton will be making his MLB debut as the Tigers’ starter against the Pirates lefty Bailey Falter (6-5, 4.00 ERA).