Veteran out of the lineup for this early game; his absence creates a ripple in Pirates’ lineup balance and could alter run-scoring opportunities for the rest of the order.

McCutchen lined a go-ahead two-run single in the eighth, jump-starting Pittsburgh’s rally and providing veteran punch in a tight spot.

McCutchen opened the scoring with an RBI single in the first, providing veteran produce and steady counting stats in a Pirates lineup seeking consistency. His presence adds a reliable floor in deeper formats and DFS lineups when opportunity arises.

McCutchen supplies veteran production and clubhouse leadership, anchoring thePirates' offense as a steady, multi-category contributor in a lineup full of youth.

McCutchen contributes veteran leadership and steady offense atop the Pirates’ lineup, providing run production and a reliable on-base presence as the team presses for hits and rallies against tough pitching.