PITTSBURGH — The Pirates are hosting the Seattle Mariners for a two-game mid-week series. The Mariners, members of the American League since their inception in 1977, aren’t exactly a familiar foe. They’ve been to Pittsburgh just twice: a two-game set in 2013 and three games in 2004.
“I think it keeps things fresh from my perspective,” manager Clint Hurdle said.
But while the Pirates aren’t particularly familiar with the Mariners as a whole, they’ve seen enough of ace Felix Hernandez, Tuesday night’s starter.
“We’re going to fave their two best in Felix and [Wednesday’s starter James Paxton],” Hurdle said.