Overview

• The Pittsburgh Pirates, with a record of 11-5, face the New York Mets who are 7-8 this season in a three-game series starting Monday.
• Martín Pérez, with a 1.89 ERA, starts for the Pirates against Mets' Adrian Houser, who has struggled with a 5.40 ERA.
• Pirates have shown resilience, winning games with late rallies and strong pitching performances.
• Mets aim to reach .500 with recent improvements in hitting and late-game performances.
• Both teams have key players on the injury list, potentially impacting game strategies and outcomes.