The New York Yankees look to secure a series victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates after winning the opener, thanks in part to Max Fried's pitching and contributions from the lower lineup, including Aaron Judge's home run. Marcus Stroman, making his second start of the season, faces a Pirates team missing some key players. On the other hand, Bailey Falter, the Pirates' pitcher, relies on a less strikeout-focused approach. The Yankees' lineup includes Paul Goldschmidt, who has experience against Falter, while Cody Bellinger remains out with back issues but feels positive about returning soon.
"Stroman will make his second start of the young season for the Yankees. His first, in the opening series against Milwaukee, was neither anything to write home about nor to panic over."
"Falter offers a four-pitch mix, relying on his four-seamer that he threw 47 percent of the time in 2024."
"Paul Goldschmidt is the only starting Yankee today with any real familiarity with the 27-year-old southpaw."
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