The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to face off against the Chicago White Sox in the final game of their series, with hopes of continuing their recent winning streak. The Pirates have emerged victorious in the first two matchups, winning 4-1 and 6-2, respectively.

Pittsburgh, currently holding a 47-48 record and sitting in third place in the NL Central, has been fueled by their mid-season call-up pitcher, Paul Skenes. Although Skenes will not be playing in this game, having been named the starter for the All-Star Game, the team is still riding the wave of positive momentum. They have won five of their last six games, including a series win against the Brewers and the two victories against the White Sox.

Notably, Bryan Reynolds has been a standout player for the Pirates, earning four RBIs in the previous game. Reynolds, who will also participate in the All-Star Game, leads Pittsburgh in five offensive categories including home runs, RBIs, hits, batting average, and on-base percentage. Other key contributors for the team include Oneil Cruz and Andrew McCutchen, adding power to their lineup.

On the mound, the Pirates will rely on Mitch Keller, who holds a 3.40 ERA. Keller, a 28-year-old right-hander, boasts a 10-5 record and has demonstrated solid performances throughout the season. In his most recent start, he impressed by pitching eight innings and allowing just two runs in a win over the Mets.

In contrast, the White Sox have struggled this season and hold the lowest win total in the league with just 27 victories. Despite having lost their last three games, they managed to score only three runs in the two previous matchups against the Pirates. Luis Robert Jr. has been a standout player for the White Sox, leading the team in stolen bases, home runs, and RBIs.

Chicago's pitching strategy for this game involves starting reliever Chad Kuhl, who has made only one previous start this season. Kuhl's limited experience indicates that this will likely be a bullpen-heavy game for the White Sox. The team's struggles on the defensive side are evident, as they currently rank 26th in team ERA.

Given Pittsburgh's recent success and stronger lineup, the Pirates are heavily favored to come out on top in this game. Furthermore, with Keller's impressive track record and the White Sox's offensive struggles, it is predicted that Chicago will struggle to keep up.

The first two games of the series have seen a low-scoring trend, and with Keller's strong pitching performance, it is expected that this game will follow suit. The White Sox have had difficulty producing runs this season, ranking last in the league in run production. Additionally, Chicago has gone under in six of their last eight games, further suggesting a lower-scoring affair.

As the Pirates seek to extend their winning streak and solidify their position in the NL Wild Card race, all eyes will be on their performance against the struggling White Sox.