Phillies-Pirates: Five things to watch for this weekend

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Sep 12, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Phillies starting pitcher Jeremy Hellickson (58) throws a pitch during the first inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Citizens Bank Park. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports /

Can Jeremy Hellickson continue to dominate the Pirates

It may not be “win day” when Jeremy Hellickson takes the mound, but it’s the closest thing we have. Looking to halt the Phillies recent landslide, Hellickson takes the mound in Pittsburgh where he’s experienced tremendous success throughout his career.

Pitching against a Pirates lineup missing several stars, Hellickson, and the Phillies could be favored going into the Friday night showdown.

Here’s how some of the Pirates starters have performed against Hellickson in his career, whether as a Ray, Diamondback, or Phillie.

May 10, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Pittsburgh Pirates center fielder Andrew McCutchen (22) looks on from the dugout in the sixth inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports /

Francisco Cervelli: 0-7

Josh Bell: 0-2

Jordy Mercer: 0-4

Josh Harrison: 1-3

Andrew McCutchen: 1-5 with four walks in 9 appearances

John Jaso: 1-9

David Freese: 1-8

Adam Fraizer: 1-3

Chris Stewart: 0-4

With no Gregory Polanco, Jung Ho Kang, or Starling Marte the Pirates lineup is a shell of itself. Considering none of their starters this weekend have more than a single hit against Hellickson, the righty should fare well on the road

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