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Pirates Preview: Bucs face tough test in Kirby, Mariners

By Cody Potanko, Sports Now Group

Oviedo, Pirates continue to struggle as losing streak reaches 6 games PITTSBURGH, PA - MAY 06: Johan Oviedo #24 of the Pittsburgh Pirates reacts while giving up four runs on four hits in the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays during inter-league play at PNC Park on May 6, 2023 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images) (Justin K. Aller/Getty Images)

By Cody Potanko, Sports Now Group

The Pittsburgh Pirates (25-24) failed to take their first series in May against the Texas Rangers, but they have a fresh chance against the Seattle Mariners (25-24) in Seattle.

Johan Oviedo really settled in after an extremely rough first inning on Wednesday against the Rangers, but the Pirates’ offense failed to cash in on several opportunities yet again.

The offensive approach has got to change in some form or fashion, or the Pirates run the risk of sinking below .500 again and staying there for good.

First pitch at T-Mobile Park is scheduled for 10:10 p.m.

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