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Pittsburgh Pirates vs Tampa Bay Rays: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Pittsburgh Pirates visit the Tampa Bay Rays on Wednesday, April 28, 2027 at 12:00 AM ET, at Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg, Florida. TV: MLB.TV. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Tampa Bay Rays vs Pittsburgh Pirates.

MLBWednesday, April 28, 2027
12:00 AM ETApr 28, 2027
DateApr 28, 2027
Time12:00 AM ET
VenueTropicana Field, St. Petersburg, Florida
TVMLB.TV

Team comparison

Pittsburgh PiratesTampa Bay Rays
Runs per game
-
3.1
Runs allowed per game
-
3.2
82-80Record98-64
3rd in NL CentStanding1st in AL East
0-0Road record / home record5-3
Last 5LWLLL
-StreakL1

Injury report

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Pittsburgh Pirates
Endy Rodriguez C · Hip - Surgery
Out
Tampa Bay Rays
Ryan Pepiot SP · Hip - Surgery
Out
Shane McClanahan SP · Forearm - Soreness
Out
Edwin Uceta RP · Shoulder - Surgery
Out

Recent form

Oct 28, 2026 · vs Milwaukee BrewersL 1-4
Oct 27, 2026 · vs Milwaukee BrewersW 4-3
Oct 26, 2026 · vs Milwaukee BrewersL 1-10
Oct 24, 2026 · at Milwaukee BrewersL 4-5
Oct 23, 2026 · at Milwaukee BrewersL 2-3

Season series

Series starts 2/27
Mar 17, 2027TB 0, PIT 0
Mar 14, 2027PIT 0, TB 0
Feb 27, 2027PIT 0, TB 0

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Pittsburgh Pirates vs Tampa Bay Rays?

The game is on Wednesday, April 28, 2027 at 12:00 AM ET at Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg, Florida.

How can I watch Pittsburgh Pirates vs Tampa Bay Rays?

TV: MLB.TV.

Who is injured for Pittsburgh Pirates vs Tampa Bay Rays?

Listed out or doubtful: Pittsburgh Pirates: Endy Rodriguez. Tampa Bay Rays: Ryan Pepiot, Shane McClanahan, Edwin Uceta. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Pittsburgh Pirates vs Tampa Bay Rays played?

Tropicana Field, St. Petersburg, Florida.

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