Game #9: Washington Nationals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates

Washington Nationals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates, April 17, 2022, 1:35 p.m. ET

Location: PNC Park, Pittsburgh, PA

Broadcast: AT&T Sportsnet

Radio: KDKA

The Pittsburgh Pirates face their first series from outside the NL Central, hosting a four-game against the Washington Nationals.

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