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Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cleveland Guardians: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates (82-80) visit the Cleveland Guardians (85-77) on Friday, July 17, 2026 at 7:10 PM ET, at Progressive Field, Cleveland, Ohio. TV: MLB.TV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Cleveland Guardians vs Pittsburgh Pirates.

MLB · Air Quality - Makeup date July 18Friday, July 17, 2026
7:10 PM ETJul 17, 2026
DateJul 17, 2026
Time7:10 PM ET
VenueProgressive Field, Cleveland, Ohio
TVMLB.TV

Team comparison

Pittsburgh PiratesCleveland Guardians
Runs per game
-
3.4
Runs allowed per game
-
3.3
82-80Record85-77
3rd in NL CentStanding1st in AL Cent
0-0Road record / home record2-4-1
Last 5LLLTW
-StreakL3

Injury report

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Pittsburgh Pirates
Endy Rodriguez C · Hip - Surgery
Out
Cleveland Guardians
Colin Holderman RP · Wrist - Surgery
Out
Kahlil Watson RF · Abdomen - Surgery
Out
Andrew Walters RP · Elbow - Surgery
Out

Recent form

Oct 19, 2026 · at Tampa Bay RaysL 3-7
Oct 18, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysL 1-3
Oct 17, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysL 3-7
Oct 16, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysT 0-0
Oct 15, 2026 · vs Tampa Bay RaysW 3-2

Season series

Regular Season Series
Jul 19, 2026PIT 7, CLE 1
Jul 18, 2026PIT 3, CLE 5
Jul 18, 2026PIT 7, CLE 1
Jul 17, 2026PIT 0, CLE 0

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cleveland Guardians?

The game is on Friday, July 17, 2026 at 7:10 PM ET at Progressive Field, Cleveland, Ohio.

How can I watch Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cleveland Guardians?

TV: MLB.TV.

What are the records of the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cleveland Guardians?

Pittsburgh Pirates: 82-80. Cleveland Guardians: 85-77.

Who is injured for Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cleveland Guardians?

Listed out or doubtful: Pittsburgh Pirates: Endy Rodriguez. Cleveland Guardians: Colin Holderman, Kahlil Watson, Andrew Walters. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Pittsburgh Pirates vs Cleveland Guardians played?

Progressive Field, Cleveland, Ohio.

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