Pirates Make Unfortunate Andrew McCutchen Announcement Before Phillies Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Considering that he turns 39 in October, we feel comfortable suggesting that Philadelphia Phillies fans are running out of chances to watch old friend Andrew McCutchen.

Pregame analysis and predictions of the Houston Astros vs. Pittsburgh Pirates MLB game to be played on June 5, 2025 on ESPN.

The Pirates are 1-3 over their last four games and coming off a series loss to the Astros. However, Pittsburgh has won four of the last five with Falter pitching. The Phillies are 1-6 in the past seven games and lost the past two series ahead of the Keystone State rivalry.

Preview the June 7 matchup between the Philadelphia Phillies and Pittsburgh Pirates with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

The Phillies’ Joe Ross has appeared in 21 games but makes his first start. The Pirates’ Bailey Falter allowed three runs over his last 35 ²/₃ innings and hasn’t watched a ball fly over a wall in his last five starts. Play $50 on the Pirates.