Series Preview: Pirates will face off against Cubs for the first time at home this season

Apr 11, 2026; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Oneil Cruz (15) slides into home plate to score against Chicago Cubs catcher Miguel Amaya (9) during the third inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images | Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images The Pittsburgj Pirates are about to start another big divisional series when they face off against the Chicago Cubs. Pittsburgh is 2-1 this season against Chicago winning the first series. The first game against e