Pittsburgh Pirates Top Prospects' Start Streaming Free Again
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Pittsburgh Pirates fans have another opportunity to watch top pitching prospect Bubba Chandler (MLB Pipeline’s No. 14 overall) dominate live — for free — as he takes the mound tonight for the Triple-A Indianapolis Indians against the Omaha Storm Chasers, who are a Kansas City Royals affiliate.
The 22-year-old right-hander has been nearly untouchable in his first five Triple-A starts, posting a 1.33 ERA, 0.64 WHIP, and 27 strikeouts in 20.1 innings. His WHIP and .106 opponent batting average both lead the Triple-A International League. His fastball, which regularly hits 100+ MPH, ranks among the best in the minors in velocity, spin rate, and swing-and-miss ability.
Bubba Chandler (#Pirates top prospect) leads the Triple-A International League with:
— MLB Pipeline (@MLBPipeline) April 30, 2025
⚫️ .106 BAA
🟡 0.64 WHIP
Whenever he makes his MLB debut, he has the vote of confidence from Paul Skenes: "He’s going to bring a lot to the staff": https://t.co/Vy2UbdMgoo pic.twitter.com/RBmg5WwHpJ
General manager Ben Cherington has stressed patience with Chandler’s progression, but the buzz is growing. With refined command and a deep four-pitch arsenal, the former two-way star could soon force his way into Pittsburgh’s big-league plans.
Chandler’s elite fastball has been essentially unhittable this season, averaging 98.5 MPH with a 41.8% whiff rate—numbers that put him among Triple-A’s most dominant arms. With each start, Chandler looks more and more like a pitcher who could contribute to Pittsburgh’s rotation, making this a perfect chance to see his progress before a potential call-up.
More top prospects in the @MiLB Free Game of the Day slate? Yes, please!
— MLB Pipeline (@MLBPipeline) April 28, 2025
🔹 Caglianone vs. Wetherholt
🔹 Painter, Chandler bump days
🔹 Eldridge returning to form
Complete schedule: https://t.co/jIW8WWE8rV pic.twitter.com/5rAub9Kypd
How to Watch: Stream the game live at no cost on MiLB.com or MiLB.TV tonight at 7:35 PM EDT. Don’t miss this free preview of what could be the next fixture in the Pirates’ pitching rotation.
Ethan Merrill is from Grand Rapids, MI, and brings with him a diverse background of experiences. After graduating from Michigan State University with a degree in journalism, he worked with the Arizona Diamondbacks for three seasons before settling in the Pittsburgh area in 2020. With a passion for sports and a growing connection to his community, Ethan brings a fresh perspective to covering the Pittsburgh Pirates.