Kansas City Royals vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Michael Wacha vs. Lake Bachar

The Royals are handing the ball off to 14-year veteran Michael Wacha , who became an All-Star for just the second time in his career and for the first time since 2015 this season with the St. Louis Cardinals . This is his 31st start of the year for Kansas City .

In his last start, against the Houston Astros on September 15, he went six innings, gave up four hits and four runs, and had a 3.34 ERA in a 4-2 loss at Daikin Park. This marks Wacha's 20th appearance against the Pirates throughout his career. In his career, he is 8-3 with a 3.59 ERA against the Bucs.

The Pirates are handing the ball off to Lake Bachar , who was the opener in Tuesday's loss against the Milwaukee Brewers. Bachar pitched two innings, giving up three hits and one earned run in a 5-1 loss to the NL Central leader. With Bachar getting the start, the Pirates will utilize their bullpen to get them through today's game.