Antonio Bastardo Joe Blanton Arquimedes Caminero Gerrit Cole Jared Hughes Francisco Liriano Mark Melancon Joakim Soria Tony Watson Analysis: The Pirates once again carry an emergency starter in Francisco Liriano, who will only come into play if the game goes really long, or if something happens to Gerrit Cole early. Joe Blanton is a strong candidate for extended innings if the Pirates need that. CATCHERS (3)
Francisco Cervelli Elias Diaz Chris Stewart Analysis: No surprise here, as it was pretty obvious yesterday that Elias Diaz would be on the roster as the third catcher, allowing Chris Stewart to serve in a pinch hitting role. INFIELDERS (8)
Pedro Alvarez Pedro Florimon Josh Harrison Jordy Mercer Michael Morse Aramis Ramirez Sean Rodriguez Neil Walker Analysis: I’m guessing the starters will be Alvarez, Walker, Mercer, and Harrison, which gives a pretty strong bench. OUTFIELDERS (5)
Keon Broxton Starling Marte Andrew McCutchen Gregory Polanco Travis Snider