Game #17: Washington Nationals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates

WASHINGTON, DC - SEPTEMBER 14: Manager Don Kelly #12 of the Pittsburgh Pirates looks on during the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on September 14, 2025 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images

Washington Nationals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, April 14, 2026, 6:40 p.m. ET

Location: PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA

Broadcast: KDKA AM/FM, Sportsnet-PIT

The Pittsburgh Pirates are at home hosting the Washington Nationals this evening at beautiful PNC Park, where they hope to raise the Jolly Roger.

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BD community, this is your thread for today’s game against the Washington Nationals. Enjoy!