Right-handed pitcher Troy Melton’s first MLB outing wasn’t as planned as the 24-year-old was pinned for six runs and the Tigers experienced their third sweep of the season, this time at the hands of the Pirates at PNC Park.

The Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Detroit Tigers 6-1 on Wednesday afternoon at PNC Park, completing the three-game sweep of the World Series contenders. It was a

Rookie right-hander Troy Melton gave up a grand slam in the 2nd inning as the Tigers lost to the Bucs, 6-1, for a 3-game sweep.

ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan named that kind of player as the Tigers' best fit at the trade deadline. That player is Pittsburgh Pirates closer David Bednar. The veteran right-hander is a two-time All-Star and would be a nice boost to the bullpen.

MLB trade deadline looming, rumors are starting to fly. The expanded postseason bracket has more teams believing that they're still in the mix, which makes it hard to identify which teams are buying or selling.

The Pittsburgh Pirates will most certainly make many moves at the MLB trade deadline on July 31, which could include one of their everyday starters

The Pittsburgh Pirates are entertaining trade offers for star centerfielder Oneil Cruz, which would be the last straw for a despondent fanbase.

The MLB trade deadline is drawing near. Here's everything to know about what could be a jam-packed trade bonanza.

Tigers: Troy Melton (0-0); Pirates: Bailey Falter (6-5, 4.00 ERA, 1.22 WHIP, 61 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Tigers -155, Pirates +129; over/under is 8 1/2 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Pittsburgh Pirates will look to sweep a three-game series with a win against the Detroit Tigers.