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Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Chicago Cubs visit the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday, May 4, 2027 at 12:00 AM ET, at PNC Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. TV: MLB.TV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Pittsburgh Pirates vs Chicago Cubs.

MLBTuesday, May 4, 2027
12:00 AM ETMay 4, 2027
DateMay 4, 2027
Time12:00 AM ET
VenuePNC Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
TVMLB.TV

Team comparison

Chicago CubsPittsburgh Pirates
Runs per game
0.5
-
Runs allowed per game
6.0
-
89-73Record82-80
2nd in NL CentStanding3rd in NL Cent
0-2Road record / home record0-0
LLLast 5
L2Streak-

Injury report

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Chicago Cubs
Ben Brown RP · Neck - Fracture
Out
Riley Martin RP · Elbow - Strain
Out
Justin Steele SP · Elbow - Surgery
Out
Phil Maton RP · Knee - Sprain
Out
Shelby Miller RP · Elbow - Surgery
Out
Pittsburgh Pirates
Endy Rodriguez C · Hip - Surgery
Out

Recent form

Sep 30, 2026 · at San Diego PadresL 1-4
Sep 29, 2026 · at San Diego PadresL 0-8

Season series

Series starts 4/23
Aug 25, 2027CHC 0, PIT 0
Aug 24, 2027CHC 0, PIT 0
Aug 23, 2027CHC 0, PIT 0
Jul 21, 2027PIT 0, CHC 0

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates?

The game is on Tuesday, May 4, 2027 at 12:00 AM ET at PNC Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

How can I watch Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates?

TV: MLB.TV.

Who is injured for Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates?

Listed out or doubtful: Chicago Cubs: Ben Brown, Riley Martin, Justin Steele, Phil Maton. Pittsburgh Pirates: Endy Rodriguez. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Chicago Cubs vs Pittsburgh Pirates played?

PNC Park, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

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