Pirates vs Padres: Five Things to Watch

Fresh off a raucous, sellout home-opening weekend that extended their winning streak to five games, the Pittsburgh Pirates (6-3) welcome the San Diego Padres (4-5) to PNC Park on Monday night for the opener of a three-game series that could serve as an early-season measuring stick for both clubs.

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