MLB

Game 52: Mets at Pirates

PITTSBURGH — After an unexpected break due to Wednesday’s rain-less rainout, the Mets close out this shortened series this afternoon when Mike Pelfrey takes the mound against the Pirates at PNC Park. Pittsburgh will have a new look today after trading All-Star center fielder Nate McLouth to Atlanta during the rainout. Prized prospect Andrew McCutcheon has been called up and will start in McLouth’s place.

Here is the 28-23 Mets’ order for the 12:35 p.m. game:

Alex Cora SS

Luis Castillo 2B

Carlos Beltran CF

Gary Sheffield RF

David Wright 3B

Daniel Murphy 1B

Fernando Martinez LF

Omir Santos C

Mike Pelfrey RHP (4-1, 3.88)

The 24-28 Pirates will counter with:

Andrew McCutcheon CF

Nyjer Morgan LF

Freddy Sanchez 2B

Adam LaRoche 1B

Andy LaRoche 3B

Brandon Moss RF

Jason Jaramillo C

Jack Wilson SS

Ross Ohlendorf RHP (5-5, 4.45)