Pittsburgh took 2 of 3 from the Cardinals just a few series ago. They have owned St. Louis this year, winning 7 of 10 to date. Now they'll face the Cards on the road as Keller (1.35 ERA/L3 games) faces Hudson (4.58/L3). After a rough July, Keller has been razor sharp in August , seeing his K's rise and hit totals drop. Hudson was roughed up in Philadelphia last time out but was otherwise effective in August. While the 6-4 Pirates have been average on offense (.239 BA/.708 OPS) in the last two weeks, the Cardinals have been skulking down in the basement at 28th (.209/.621 L2 weeks). Their overall pitching has hit a low of 6.40 ERA/L2 weeks with starter and bullpen issues. Here is a curious stat. The Cards are just 3-16 when playing on Friday. Take Pittsburgh to continue their dominance over St. Louis with a road win today.