The Tampa Bay Rays (11-7) face the Pittsburgh Pirates (11-8) on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 4:05 PM ET on Regional Sports Network. Drew Rasmussen takes the mound against Paul Skenes. Our model gives Tampa Bay Rays a 50% edge.
Quick Facts
| Matchup | Tampa Bay Rays at Pittsburgh Pirates |
| Date | Saturday, April 18, 2026 |
| First Pitch | 4:05 PM ET |
| Venue | PNC Park |
| TV | Check local listings / MLB.TV |
| Streaming | MLB.TV |
| Probable Pitchers | Drew Rasmussen vs Paul Skenes |
Where to Watch TB vs PIT
The Tampa Bay Rays visit the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday, April 18, 2026 with first pitch at 4:05 PM ET. The game will air on Regional Sports Network and can be streamed on MLB.TV.
Pitching Matchup
Drew Rasmussen takes the mound for the Tampa Bay Rays against Paul Skenes for the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Matchup Analysis
The Tampa Bay Rays (11-7) have a 50% win probability in our model.
The Pittsburgh Pirates (11-8) are given a 50% chance with home field advantage.
Head-to-Head
Season Series
PIT leads 2-1L 4-7 @ PIT (Feb 22)L 1-4 @ PIT (Mar 02)W 6-1 vs PIT (Mar 15)
Recent Form
Tampa Bay Rays — Last 5 Games
5-0 · Streak: W5W 5-3 @ Chicago White SoxApr 16
W 8-3 @ Chicago White SoxApr 15
W 8-5 @ Chicago White SoxApr 14
W 5-4 vs New York YankeesApr 12
W 5-4 vs New York YankeesApr 11
Pittsburgh Pirates — Last 5 Games
2-3 · Streak: L1L 7-8 vs Washington NationalsApr 16
W 2-0 vs Washington NationalsApr 15
L 4-5 vs Washington NationalsApr 14
W 16-5 vs Washington NationalsApr 13
L 6-7 @ Chicago CubsApr 12
See live scores: MLB Scores