Pittsburgh Pirates see debut, rainout and rotation boost in busy week

Utility infielder Jack Brannigan made his MLB debut for the Pittsburgh Pirates after being recalled twice in two weeks. He pinch‑hit in the seventh inning of a 10‑2 win over the Atlanta Braves, struck out on three pitches and recorded his first defensive assist at third base.

Pitcher José Urquidy, a former World Series champion, posted a strong outing for the Pirates’ Triple‑A affiliate in Indianapolis, throwing seven scoreless innings with seven strikeouts. The 31‑year‑old’s performance has reignited discussion about a possible return to the major‑league rotation.

A scheduled Pirates‑Brewers game on July 10 was postponed because of rain and will be played as a day‑night doubleheader on July 11 at PNC Park. The first game is set for a 12:05 p.m. start, with Braxton Ashcraft slated to pitch, and the second at 4:05 p.m., with Bubba Chandler on the mound for Pittsburgh and Milwaukee starting rookies Brandon Sproat and Shane Drohan.