Two of the best pitchers in baseball go head-to-head when the Pirates and Mariners meet on Friday night.
Paul Skenes has been nothing short of sensational since debuting in May, less than a year after being picked No. 1 overall in the 2023 MLB Draft out of LSU. Through 15 starts, Skenes has a 2.25 ERA and 115 strikeouts, devastating hitters with a blazing fastball and uncanny 'splinker.'
Logan Gilbert has been equally dominant for Seattle. The fourth-year right-hander earned his first All-Star appearance earlier in the year, and now has a 2.91 ERA through 24 starts. In his last start, he hurled seven innings of shutout ball against the Mets.
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Each game is of heightened importance for the Mariners, who just got swept in Detroit and sit three games behind the first-place Astros in the American League West. Perhaps Seattle can get a boost from star outfielder Julio Rodriguez, who recently returned after missing several weeks with an ankle injury.
This series marks the Mariners' first trip to PNC Park since 2019.
The Sporting News has you covered with everything that you need to know to watch Pirates vs. Mariners on 'Friday Night Baseball.'
What channel is Pirates vs. Mariners on tonight?
- TV channel: N/A
- Live stream: Apple TV+
Pirates vs. Mariners will not air on local or national TV. Viewers can instead stream the game on Apple TV+, the exclusive home of 'Friday Night Baseball' during the 2024 MLB season.
Apple TV+ also offers a seven-day free trial, so they can try before they buy.
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Apple TV+ offers two subscription plans: A yearly plan for $99.99, and a monthly plan for $9.99 a month.
What time is Pirates vs. Mariners on tonight?
- Date: Friday, August 16
- Time: 6:40 p.m. ET
Pirates vs. Mariners will start at 6:40 p.m. ET on Friday, August 16. The game will be played at PNC Park in Pittsburgh.
Pirates vs. Mariners radio station
- Radio channel: SiriusXM channel 179
Listen to Pirates vs. Mariners live on SiriusXM channel 179.
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Apple TV+ 'Friday Night Baseball' schedule 2024
Apple TV+ has released its schedule through the last week of the regular season, as shown below.
| Date | Game | Time (ET) |
| August 16 | Blue Jays at Cubs | 2 p.m. |
| August 16 | Mariners at Pirates | 6:30 p.m. |
| August 23 | Cardinals at Twins | 8 p.m. |
| August 23 | Reds at Pirates | 6:30 p.m. |
| August 30 | Mariners at Angels | 9:30 p.m. |
| August 30 | Padres at Rays | 6:30 p.m. |
| September 6 | Twins at Royals | 8 p.m. |
| September 6 | Giants at Padres | 9:30 p.m. |
| September 13 | Dodgers at Braves | 7 p.m. |
| September 13 | Red Sox at Yankees | 7 p.m. |
| September 20 | Tigers at Orioles | 7 p.m. |
| September 20 | Phillies at Mets | 7 p.m. |